Port of Lewiston

The Port of Lewiston, located in north central Idaho, is recognized as the most inland port on the West Coast, positioned about 465 miles from the Pacific Ocean. Operating as a public, intermodal transportation center, the port serves as a critical economic development hub for Nez Perce County and a facilitator of international trade. Its access to the Columbia-Snake River system allows for the transport of bulk commodities and containerized cargo, directly supporting regional growers and industries. Annually, the port handles around 24 million bushels of wheat for export, along with other commodities such as barley, garbanzos, lentils, cedar logs, and wood fiber. The multimodal network at Lewiston combines river barge transport, rail, trucking, and nearby air services, enabling efficient movement of goods to domestic and global markets. The Port’s infrastructure includes the largest crane and warehouse facilities on the inland river system, and it has a track record in handling both standard and oversized cargo. Its strategic location and robust facilities contribute significantly to the agricultural productivity and export capacity of Idaho, neighboring states, and Canadian partners.