Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho
The Hells Canyon National Recreation Area (HCNRA) straddles both sides of the Snake River in Oregon and Idaho. This Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho section includes all developed recreation sites and trails that are all located away from the Wild and Scenic Snake River in the Idaho uplands. All other upland sites and all trails in the Hells Canyon NRA - Snake River, or Hells Canyon NRA - Oregon are found in those recreation area sections.
Popular recreation areas include the Hells Canyon Wilderness (Seven Devil mountain range), Black Lake, Heavens Gate Lookout, Windy Saddle, and Seven Devils recreation area.
Local Idaho communities that have a variety of services (i.e. fuel, lodging, stores and/or restaurants) are Riggins, Grangeville, Whitebird, Council, and Cambridge. These communities are within one hour of this area.
Activities
Campground Camping
Areas for Campground Camping at Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho
RV Camping
Lake and Pond Fishing
Areas for Lake and Pond Fishing at Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho
River and Stream Fishing
Day Hiking
Areas for Day Hiking at Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho
- Black Lake Campground
- Cold Springs Trailhead
- Heaven's Gate National Recreation Trail #73
- Heaven's Gate Trailhead
- Low Saddle Trailhead
- Sawpit Saddle Viewpoint
- Seven Devils Campground
- Windy Saddle Horse Camp
- Windy Saddle Trailhead
Backpacking
Areas for Backpacking at Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho
Horse Riding
Areas for Horse Riding at Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho
Viewing Scenery
Areas for Viewing Scenery at Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho
Interpretive Areas
Areas for Interpretive Areas at Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho
Picnicking
Areas for Picnicking at Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Idaho