Explore Riggins

Heavens Gate Overlook in the Seven Devils Mountains offers one of Idaho’s most dramatic panoramic views into Hells Canyon. At 8,429 feet, it is the highest viewpoint on the Idaho side of the canyon and also overlooks the rugged Seven Devils peaks. Amenities & Features 🌄 Hells Canyon panorama 🏔️ Seven Devils Mountain views 📷 Scenic photography 🚗 Backcountry scenic Read more...

Hells Canyon National Recreation Area protects a dramatic stretch of the Snake River canyon along western Idaho and northeastern Oregon. Families can find scenic viewpoints, hiking, fishing, boating, wildlife viewing, historic sites, and remote outdoor recreation throughout the area. Amenities & Features 🏞️ Deep canyon and river scenery 🥾 Hiking and trail access 🎣 Fishing opportunities 🛶 Boating and rafting Read more...

Island Bar Recreation Site east of Riggins is a Lower Salmon River recreation area with camping, boating, fishing, paddling, and water recreation. Amenities & Features 🏕️ Camping 🚤 Boating 🎣 Fishing 🛶 Paddling 🌊 Salmon River access Good to Know The site is about 4.8 miles east of Riggins on Big Salmon Road. River levels and currents can change quickly. Read more...

Lucile Recreation Site north of Riggins is a Salmon River camping and boating stop with fishing, paddling, and easy highway access. Amenities & Features 🏕️ Camping 🚤 Boating 🎣 Fishing 🛶 Paddling 🌊 Salmon River setting Good to Know The site is about eight miles north of Riggins near milepost 203.8 on U.S. Highway 95. Use caution around fast-moving river Read more...

Rapid River Fish Hatchery near Riggins is Idaho’s largest collecting, spawning, and rearing facility for spring Chinook salmon. Families can visit the hatchery, see fish-rearing areas, and learn about the salmon’s remarkable journey between Idaho and the Pacific Ocean. Amenities & Features 🐟 Spring Chinook salmon 👀 Hatchery viewing areas 🎓 Salmon migration education 🌲 Seven Devils foothill setting 🎟️ Read more...

Shorts Bar Recreation Site east of Riggins is a convenient Salmon River recreation area with camping, boating, fishing, paddling, and water access. Amenities & Features 🏕️ Camping 🚤 Boating 🎣 Fishing 🛶 Paddling 🌊 Salmon River access Good to Know The site is about 2.6 miles east of Riggins on Big Salmon Road. River currents can be strong and water Read more...