What to See and Do
Hiking and Biking
Salmon River Trail #742
This route leads to the Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness and runs along the magnificent Salmon River. This trail goes along the north shoulder of the river from its edge to a cliff with various viewpoints. Although the trail typically travels through flat ground, there are some steep spots along the way.
Length: 25.7 miles
Intensity: Difficult
Green Canyon Way Trail #793A
The trail climbs along a primitive, winding path through a typical Westside Cascade forest. It's a lengthy, steady ascent with multiple twists to Hunchback Mountain's ridge line. Despite the dense forest vegetation, there aren't many views along this strenuous route. On a hot summer day, the trek offers wonderful shade.
Length: 6.1 miles
Intensity: Moderate
Fishing and Boating
It's a dream come true to go fly fishing on the Salmon River. The scenic river has breathtaking scenery, and the thriving steelhead fish make for an enjoyable activity. The Salmon River is more than 400 miles long, and the seasons for fishing vary by location. The river also supports a variety of other fish, including rainbow trout and chinook salmon, even though steelhead is one of the most sought-after fish. Visitors can also enjoy rafting in the lower Salmon River Canyons. The intermediate rapids range from Class II to IV. They are a lot of fun and ideal for inflatable paddle rafts or kayaks.
Climbing
Visitors can go trad climbing, ice climbing, and aid climbing in the Salmon River Mountains. It is a major mountain range in Idaho and is located south of the Salmon River.
Wildlife Viewing
You will see a variety of wildlife on your rafting adventure down the Salmon River. You may likely see a broader range of species on the Middle Fork, including bighorn sheep, elk, mule deer, white-tailed deer, mountain goats, black bears, and moose. This makes for an intriguing ride because you could focus on the woods for signs of activity. These waterways are also teeming with fish species, including sturgeon, cutthroat sockeye salmon, and others. Smaller creatures like butterflies, snakes, and dragonflies may be encountered when hiking.
Picnicking
There are several picnicking spots around the Salmon River. The Deadwater Picnic Area, for instance, allows for group picnicking and available amenities include a boat ramp, parking, toilet, and picnic tables. The Salmon River Picnic Shelter is a better alternative because it offers similar amenities.
