Orofino Area Information

Orofino is one of the Best Places You Will Ever Find For Clean Living & Outdoor Enjoyment!

Just a few highlights of our area that we proudly spread the word about are:

Dworshak Dam

Dworshak Dam Visitor Center, located at the top of the  dam, is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. between Memorial and Labor Days, and M-F after Labor Day to  Memorial Day.Exhibits highlight the history and wildlife of the area.

Dworshak Reservoir:

Dworshak Reservoir - 53 Mile long lake created by Dworshak Dam. Largest Straight Axis Dam in North America.  Great recreation opportunities, fishing, water sports, mini camps along the lake... for more photos view the Chamber's Flickr stream by following this link << Dworshak Reservoir Photos >>, or view the US Army Corps. of Engineers Website for campsite lists and maps << Dworshak Reservations >>

The Clearwater River:

 The Clearwater River has long been known for its large Steelhead Trout. Returning from the sea, with some weighing in over 25 pounds. Also there is a run of Chinook Salmon that return in the late fall. The Dworshak Fisheries Complex is responsible for the success of these runs. The hatchery is well worth a visit.  You can view more photos of the fishing and scenery of the Clearwater River at our Flickr stream by following this link <<< Clearwater River Photos >>>  If you would like more information about water flows please follow this link <<Clearwater River Water Flow >>>

Dworshak National Fish Hatchery Complex:

Dworshak National Fish Hatchery Complex is located at the  confluence of the North Fork and mainstem Clearwater River in Ahsahka, Idaho, 3  miles west of Orofino, Idaho. The Complex consists of Dworshak National Fish  Hatchery, Idaho Fishery Resource Office, Idaho Fish Health Center and the  Kooskia National Fish Hatchery located at Kooskia, Idaho (managed by the Nez Perce Tribe).  Dworshak hatchery production is co-managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Nez Perce Tribe. Click here for more informaton on the Dworsahak Hatchery Complex which is open year-round for self-guided tours. Guided tours are available by reservation only. Call 476-4591 with your request. 

Population -

Clearwater County - 8,930
Orofino - 3,018

Cost Of Living -

The median home cost in Orofino is $110,190.  Compared to the rest of the country, Oroifno's cost of living is 16% lower than the U.S. average.

Education -

Orofino's public schools spend $4,480 per student.  The average school expenditure per student in the U.S. is $5,678.  There are about 15.6 students per teacher in Orofino.

Higher Education

Lewis-Clark State College (LCSC)
Lewiston, ID – 2 to 4 year academic & technical programs. Educational emphasis on teacher education, nursing, professional and technical degrees. LCSC is proud to be the host of the NAIA Baseball World Series each spring.

Walla Walla Community College
Clarkston, WA – 2 year A.A.A. and A.A.S. programs are offered in administration assistant (financial, legal, medical), nursing, and liberal arts, as well as certificates programs.

University of Idaho (U of I)
Moscow, ID – 4 year, located 30 miles north of Lewiston. Offers nearly 150 areas of undergraduate study and 105 graduate degrees.

Washington State University (WSU)
Pullman, WA – 4 year, located 32 miles northwest of Lewiston. WSU offers more than 150 undergraduate programs and 100+ masters and doctoral degrees.

Primary and Secondary Education

Orofino Elementary School
Grades PK-7.  Located at 1000 Michigan Ave., Orofino Idaho.  We are located in Orofino Joint School District 171.

Orofino High School
Grades 8-12.  Located at 429 Michigan Ave., Orofino, ID. 

Healthcare

Clearwater Valley Hospital & Clinics - 24+ bed inpatient hospital facility. Fully staffed 24 hour care provided by family practice physicians, RNs, LPNs, Certified Nursing Assistants and Certified Medical Assistants. ER and helicopter services also available.

Clearwater Health & Rehabilitation - Range of services from short-term rehabilitation following an acute illness or injury, to long-term eldercare services. Quality care in a comfortable and caring setting.

Media

The Clearwater Tribune
www.clearwatertribune.com
161 Main Street
PO Box 71
Orofino, ID 83544
Phone: 208-476-4571
Fax: 208-476-0765

Ida-Vend Broadcasting
805 Stewart Ave.
Lewiston, ID 83501
208-743-1551

KLER AM 1300, FM 95.5
3110 Upper Fords Creek Road
PO Box 32
Orofino, ID 83544
Phone: 208-476-5702

Window On The Clearwater
www.windowontheclearwater.com
PO Box 2444
Orofino, ID 83544
Phone: 208-476-0733
Fax: 208-476-4140

Relocation

Come & Play, Come & Stay!

The only thing more exciting than visiting Orofino is living in Orofino. Full-time, part time or fractional ownership, Orofino can accommodate your dream of living in paradise.

Please contact the chamber by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by calling 1-208-476-4335 and requesting a "Relocation Package".  Please include some informaton about yourself, why you are interested in Orofino and what type of information you would like to recieve (example, "I am interested in fishing, I am interested in hotels and motels...".  We aim to please, so you should have a great packet in your hands within a week!

Also check out our Flickr Photostream to see some great photos of our area!

<<Orofino Area Photos >>

Real Estate

The Clearwater Valley is one of Idaho's premier settings to establish your residence, purchase a secluded vacation home or relocate your business venture.  Good schools, safe communities, caring neighbors, and the most beautiful scenery in the country await your arrival! 

Orofino is located in the heart of Idaho's wilderness area, yet close to business and people if you prefer.  We have the best of both worlds!

If you are an outdoor enthusiast, your dreams can be realized here. The Clearwater River is considered the prime Steelhead fishing river in the United States and the hunting is world class.

Please visit our Business Directory for an up to date list of Real Estate and Rental Property establishments, or visit the Clearwater Board Of Realty's MLS Service for a comprehensive list of business and personal properties.