
Description
Porthill, Idaho, is a small, unincorporated community in Boundary County located on the U.S.-Canada border, roughly 27 miles northwest of Bonners Ferry. It serves primarily as a busy international gateway, the Porthill/Rykerts Border Crossing,, connecting Idaho State Highway 1 to British Columbia Highway 21. It is known for its quiet, rural nature, significant post office, and as a popular crossing for tourists and commercial traffic.
More Information
Coordinates: 48.998817, -116.498442
Elevation: 1760 ft
Difficulty: 1
What to Expect:
Check In
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