| | Located in the heart of the Nez Perce National Forest; Elk City lies 50 miles east of Grangeville, Idaho in Idaho County. TThere are lots of old mining communities that boomed starting in 1860's to provide an interesting history to the Elk City area.This area has hundreds of attractions for outdoor recreation without any city lights or congestion. Trout fishing in the rivers and high mountain lakes are to be enjoyed by the fisherman that likes to travel to the backcountry. Some great hunting for elk, cougar, bear and white tail deer is to be found in this area.Elk City can be considered one of the best-kept secrets in Idaho, because of the beauty and remoteness of the area. The wildlife varies from the large (moose, elk, deer, bear, coyote), to grouse and squirrels. Old lookout towers provide views, some of which very few take the effort to travel to but are well worth the time. In the winter Elk City have over 250 miles of groomed trails to snowmobile and cross-country ski on.Do you like geocaching? Elk City, Idaho offers over 100 opportunities for geocaching. When you visit Elk City, be sure to bring your GPS and look for geocaches near Elk City.No matter the season, Elk City offers lots of options for outdoor recreation. |  | | | |
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