Nez Perce County

Nez Perce County sits in north-central Idaho where the Snake and Clearwater Rivers converge as they flow toward the Washington border. The landscape features river valleys, forested hills, and open terrain shaped by these major waterways.

The county was established in 1861 when the territory was part of Washington, making it one of the earliest administrative divisions in the region. Its boundaries shifted over time as the territory reorganized and developed.

The region carries the name of the Nez Perce tribe, whose presence and stories remain woven into the local community today. Visitors can find this connection reflected in how people speak about and relate to the land around them.

The county seat is Lewiston, where most services and shops are located downtown near the courthouse. A car is necessary for exploring the region, as public transportation is limited outside the main city.

The county includes Idaho's lowest elevation point where the Snake River flows toward Washington. This geographic detail reveals the dramatic range of the state's terrain.

Website: http://co.nezperce.id.us

GPS coordinates: 46.39599,-116.80723

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:21