Traveling to Orofino


By Car

Orofino is easily accessible from the US Highway 95, and the drive is refreshing and full of scenery along the winding river’s and valleys!  The highway is well maintained with frequent pull-outs and rest stops to soak in the scenery or grab a bite. In the winter, the roads are kept clear, though you will want to check the road reports here before heading out. Here are some links to some useful Google Maps:

GPS Users

  • LAT: 46° 28′ 45.6492” N
  • LONG: 116° 15′ 18.5112” W
  • ALT: 1017′


By Air

Lewiston Idaho Airport (LWS) in Lewiston Idaho is located 45.6 miles from Orofino.  Their service providers are Horizon/Alaska Airlines & Delta/Skywest Airlines.

Alaska/Horizon Air offers frequent direct flights to and from Boise and Seattle in conjuction with their sister company, Alaska Airlines. Alaska and Horizon have marketing agreements with Delta, American, and almost a dozen other foreign and domestic carrers offering easy connections and better service to cities throughout United States and the world. For Reservations call 1-800-547-9308 or visit the Alaska Airlines Website at www.alaskaair.comHorizon Air provides six direct flights per day from Seattle to E. Wenatchee and three direct flights per day from E. Wenatchee to Seattle. Call 1-800-547-9308 for reservations. You can also check out their new webcam for current conditions.

Delta/Skywest Airlines, the Valley’s Delta Air Lines connection links Lewiston to the world via daily, nonstop flights to and from Salt Lake City, Utah. For reservations, please call 1-800-221-1212 or visit the Delta Air Lines Website at www.delta.com

Spokane International Airport (GEG) in Spokane Washington is located 147 miles from Orofino.  Their service providers are Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines.  Their website offers more info: http://spokaneairports.net/airlines/

Sea-Tac International Airport (SEA) is located 130 miles from Leavenworth. As the largest international airport in the Pacific Northwest, Sea-Tac is easily accessed from anywhere in the world.


By Bus

Appaloosa Express is a bus service that offers service to Orofino. (208) 621-4691

Appaloosa Express Transit offers service to Lenore, Greer, Orofino, Kamiah, Kooskia, Peck, Culdesac, Lapwai and Lewiston with stops at the Clearwater River and Itse’ Ye Ye casinos. Appaloosa Express Transit connects with Lewiston Transit and Asotin County PTBA at the Lewiston Community Center.