hiway 12 Lolo, MT to Lewiston, ID

[hermy]

Thinking of taking my 34' fifth wheel over this route. I have driven it years ago in just a vehicle and can't really remember just how tough it is. Any body done this recently and what do you think? For the record, I am a very experienced mountain driver.

[newk]

Nice drive, just beware of the bicyclers. It's a popular road for bikers and there's not much shoulder for them throughout most of the route. I nearly nailed a couple of them the last time we were on it, and I was taking it real easy. It was a slight incline, 30 mph curve. I came upon them at the very same time a trucker met me on the curve. They had nowhere to go, and all I could do was slam on the brakes. I had a birthday cake, plates and silverware all over the floor of the camper. (It HAD been on the rear counter.)

[Islandman]

One of our favorite highways, been driving it for 50 years. take your time and pull over on the big pullouts and walk around; you will enjoy the great Lochsa and Clearwater Rivers on the Idaho side. Stop at DeVoto Memorial Cedar Grove and the USFS Visitor Center at the pass.

[hermy]

Thanks to all for the replies. That seals the deal- we are going!!

[john_bet]

We went east from Kooskia to Lolo in June and really enjoyed it. Go and enjoy.

[Drbolasky]

It's a beautiful drive! You may get stuck behind a semi or maybe just a slow driver so plan on taking your time and enjoy the scenery.

[bobsallyh]

Several miles after leaving Lolo, you will see a sign on the right side of the road for the Lumber Jack Saloon. It is back a good gravel road about a mile. A real neat place. Plenty of parking room.

[BruceMc]

That is such a pretty drive, no matter what time of year. It is particularly pretty in fall:



More pics of that trip (non RV...) and a few hot springs pics of Jerry Johnson:
Hiway 12 in Idaho.

[RCMAN46]

Take a look at this video and I am sure you will agree you should have no problem.

Mega trucks on Lolo highway 12

[enblethen]

It is not that bad. There is a good down hill coming off the pass. Watch your speed and down shift. Snakes down pretty good, no major hair pins. Great scenery!

[n7bsn]

Not an issue, lots of RVs, Semi's etc take that road