National Register of Historic Places

Lochsa Historical Ranger Station

Kooskia, Idaho County, Idaho
Listed
June 8, 1978
Type
District
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
78001065

About this property

The Lochsa Historical Ranger Station, near Kooskia in Idaho County, Idaho, was built during 1927 to 1933. It served as administrative headquarters for the Lochsa Ranger District from 1922 to 1957. It was located within the Selway National Forest which was later merged into the Clearwater National Forest and the Nezperce National Forest. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. It is located on the Lochsa River. It was once isolated, accessible only by trail, but by 1976 the Lewis and Clark Highway (U.S. Highway 12) passed by. Combination building (1927–1933), built as four separate buildings later joined by a common roof The station is open as a museum; a self-guided walking tour is available.

Location

Kooskia, Idaho County, Idaho

Categories

CONSERVATIONARCHITECTURESOCIAL HISTORY
Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Questions about this property

When was Lochsa Historical Ranger Station listed on the National Register?

Lochsa Historical Ranger Station was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 8, 1978.

What type of historic resource is Lochsa Historical Ranger Station?

Lochsa Historical Ranger Station is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Lochsa Historical Ranger Station?

The period of significance for Lochsa Historical Ranger Station is recorded as the industrial era.

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