Class II Snake River, ID/OR

Hells Canyon is one of the most imposing river gorges in the West. Until a million years ago, the Owyhee Mountains acted as a dam between the Snake River and its current confluence with the Columbia River, creating a vast lake in what is now southwestern Idaho. When the mountains were finally breached, the Snake roared northward, cutting a giant chasm through the volcanic rock.

The Snake River provides a unique blend of whitewater and boating opportunities. Hells Canyon is one of the best whitewater floating experiences in the Pacific Northwest, with a full range of float trip lengths and challenges. Fishing on the Snake is also popular for its variety of coldwater species, including white sturgeon, steelhead, and rainbow trout.

This is the last section of the Snake regularly used by whitewater boaters. Those who boat this section will be either continuing on downstream from Pittsburgh Landing which is the traditional take-out for Hell's Canyon trips or coming from the Salmon River where it joins the Snake.

 

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Snake River - rivers.gov