Elk City: Located about 60 miles east of Grangeville in the heart of the Nez Perce National Forest is Elk City. The town has restaurants and taverns, overnight lodging, gas and a small airstrip.

Twenty two prospectors from Pierce discovered the Elk City mines in May, 1861 and a gold rush followed that summer. Permanent log buildings were begun in August and within a month about 40 stores, saloons and cabins were ready for winter use.

The region attracts outdoor recreationists year-round. During hunting season, Elk City comes to life as hundreds of sportsmen come from all over the U.S. to experience some of the best elk hunting in the country. Wintertime finds Elk City's Main Street lined with snowmobiles, a popular means of wintertime transportation and recreation in the area.

Courtesy of Idaho County Free Press.