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Lunch Counter/Kahuna Overlook

Alpine, Wyoming · Lincoln County · Facility

The Lunch Counter/Kahuna Overlook day use area provides parking for those who wish to watch and photograph river floaters going through the famous Lunch Counter and Big Kahuna rapids, as well as direct river access for boating, fishing, and wildlife viewing. It is located in the Snake River Canyon, off of Highway 89 so…

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About Lunch Counter/Kahuna Overlook

The Lunch Counter/Kahuna Overlook day use area provides parking for those who wish to watch and photograph river floaters going through the famous Lunch Counter and Big Kahuna rapids, as well as direct river access for boating, fishing, and wildlife viewing. It is located in the Snake River Canyon, off of Highway 89 south of Hoback Junction. Three trails leave from the parking area.The first provides direct river access just above the Kahuna rapid.The second is a paved, wheel chair accessible trail that winds down to an overlook of the rapid, a great place to watch surfers and rafters, as well as a great view of the river and canyon.The third and longest trail winds down to just above the Lunch Counter rapids, and is a beautiful place to enjoy the river.Facilities include one bathroom and several kiosks with area information. No potable water is available on site. This is a day use area only but dispersed and fee campgrounds are available nearby. NO trailers are allowed at this site due to confined parking. Cellular service is not available.

Plan Your Visit to Lunch Counter/Kahuna Overlook

Heading to Lunch Counter/Kahuna Overlook? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Lunch Counter/Kahuna Overlook?

No central reservation system listed for Lunch Counter/Kahuna Overlook. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/264378) for the latest entry policy and availability.