Ed Corkill Memorial River Trail

Idaho

4 Reviews

Once a Northern Pacific Railway line that transported goods, mail and passengers to and from the communities of Kendrick and Juliaetta, the Ed Corkill Memorial River Trail now provides a recreation and active transportation connection between the two Latah County communities. The former rail corridor was converted to a smooth asphalt trail upon the line's abandonment in 1997.

The scenic pathway parallels the Potlatch River, and bald eagles and osprey can sometimes be seen. The trail is a real treat for history buffs: 8 informational signs imparting the history of the corridor and 20 refurbished Northern Pacific wayside markers line the path. In Kendrick, the trail passes through a former rail yard, where the tiny city's original depot still stands.

At the southern end in Juliaetta, Centennial Park features a picnic pavilion and baseball diamond. The park is home to several of the community's annual events, including a car show and blackberry festival.

Parking and Trail Access

Parking for the Ed Corkill Memorial River Trail can be found south of downtown Juliaetta at Centennial Park on State Route 3. Restrooms are available.

Nice but dirty

August 2023 aggriffus

I completed this trail from end to end and it is a nice, short trail for an easy ride. The issue that I saw was it was quite dirty. There were a lot of seeds, fruit, dirt, twigs, weeds, sticks, and rocks over the trail so be aware. Overall it’s good for doing some short rides, using it for sprint training or a family ride.

Short but fun

August 2022 annmom1

Trail runs along the river from Julietta to Kendrick. Paved and flat. Runs by the wheat processing facility which was interesting as well. We did it twice for fun.

Trail is blocked

August 2012 bionicm

I enjoyed what I saw of the trail, but around the 2.8 mile mark the trail was blocked by tons of really BIG boulders. Had to turn around.

Great Little Trail

August 2011 marblecreek

This is a great little trail that is perfect for a short morning ride. The trail follows Potlatch Creek. There are views of the water, basalt cliffs, and pine covered hills. In the summer it can get very hot so this trail is best in the morning. There are bathrooms at either end of the trail.