Idaho Fish and Game began Phase 3 of the Clark Fork Delta Restoration Project in Oct. 2021. During construction, the Clark Fork Driftyard access site was closed to the public the provide safety and security for both the construction workers and the public.

Phase 3 construction is complete, and the Driftyard access site will reopen to the public on April 16. Although camping will also open on April 16, the loop road camping area and the kayak launch ramp will be closed until late summer so Fish and Game staff can put seed down to provide better platforms for campers.

This is also a reminder that there is a three consecutive day camping limit at the Clark Fork Delta driftyard.

Phase 3 details The primary objective of Phase 3 was to create breakwaters to reduce shoreline erosion caused by waves and wind. Other objectives were to build islands, bench areas and deeper barrow areas for wildlife and fish habitat and to provide better access and opportunities for sportsmen.

Thousands of willow trees have been planted to help reduce erosion and to provide new wildlife habitat, and more planting will occur this summer.

To learn more about the Clark Fork Delta Restoration Project, visit clarkforkdelta.org.

For more information or if you have questions, please contact the Panhandle Regional office. You can also follow the Panhandle Region Facebook page to get regular news and updates.