Cottonwood, Idaho · Idaho County
In Idaho, BLM manages over 5,000 acres of public lands in the Snowhole Rapids Wilderness Study Area. The canyon walls within this WSA are steep with elevation ranges from 1200 feet at the Salmon River to 3800 feet in the Mahoney Creek drainage. The scenic Salmon River is widely recognized for being an outstanding white…
In Idaho, BLM manages over 5,000 acres of public lands in the Snowhole Rapids Wilderness Study Area. The canyon walls within this WSA are steep with elevation ranges from 1200 feet at the Salmon River to 3800 feet in the Mahoney Creek drainage. The scenic Salmon River is widely recognized for being an outstanding whitewater rafting river. Other activities here include fishing, sightseeing and hiking.
Located in Idaho and Lewis Counties, eight miles southwest of Cottonwood, Idaho along the Salmon River and its steep canyon walls.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Heading to Snowhole Rapids Wilderness Study Area? A few things to know before you go:
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