Hobo Cedar Grove Botanical Area

Hobo Cedar Grove Botanical Area near Clarkia protects 240 acres of old-growth western red cedar forest and is recognized as a National Natural Landmark. A gentle self-guided interpretive trail winds beneath towering cedars and lush ferns, making this one of North Idaho’s most distinctive forest walks.

Amenities & Features

• 🌲 240-acre old-growth cedar grove
• 🏅 National Natural Landmark
• 🥾 Half-mile interpretive nature trail
• 🪧 Self-guided interpretive signs
• 🧺 Six picnic sites
• 🚻 Vault toilet

Good to Know

The nature trail has a gentle grade and occasional log benches, but it remains a natural-surface forest trail. Access is by Forest Service roads and conditions vary with weather and season. The picnic area follows Pack It In, Pack It Out rules, so take all trash with you.