Hells Canyon Creek Visitor Center sits below Hells Canyon Dam at the upper end of the Wild and Scenic Snake River. Families can learn about Hells Canyon through interpretive exhibits, view dramatic canyon scenery, picnic beside the river, watch wildlife, and connect with nearby hiking and boating access.
Amenities & Features
- 🏛️ Seasonal interpretive visitor center
- 🌊 Wild and Scenic Snake River views
- 🌄 Hells Canyon scenery
- 🧺 Picnic tables
- 🚻 Vault toilets
- 🥾 Nearby hiking access
- 🦅 Wildlife viewing
Good to Know
The indoor visitor center operates seasonally from spring through late summer, while outdoor displays are available year-round. There is no entrance fee and no potable water. Access requires about 22 miles on a narrow, steep paved Idaho Power road along Hells Canyon Reservoir after crossing into Idaho near Oxbow.