Kaniksu Marsh

Status
Established
Year Established
1981

Location

State
Idaho
National Forest Regions
Northern Region (R1)

48.44, -116.918333

Kaniksu Marsh Research Natural Area

Ecological and Physical Description

Size
195ac (79ha)
Elevation Range
2,420' (738m) - 2,420' (738m)
Primary Features

Low elevation marsh-wet meadow area, open water surrounding  an island of sphagnum moss, sedges, and grasses.  Upper marsh coverend by sedges and rushes.  Bog birch and spiraea widespread.

Last updated January 31, 2023