Snake River, Wild & Scenic Boater's Guide

Discover the adventure of a lifetime with the Wild and Scenic Snake River Boater’s Guide from the Pacific Northwest Recreation Series. This waterproof, mile-by-mile guide follows the Snake River through the awe-inspiring Hells Canyon National Recreation Area—home to North America’s deepest river gorge.

From Hells Canyon Dam to Heller Bar, explore iconic attractions like Suicide Point, Kirkwood Ranch, and Granite Creek Rapids. Each spread features a detailed topographic map and helpful descriptions of campsites, trailheads, boat landings, and facilities. Learn about the region’s rich history, from Nez Perce heritage to early explorers, while spotting bighorn sheep, eagles, and blooming wildflowers among basalt cliffs. Stretching across northeast Oregon and western Idaho, Hells Canyon spans over 650,000 acres of wild terrain.

Whether you’re rafting, kayaking, or simply soaking in the solitude, this guide is your essential companion for navigating one of the Pacific Northwest’s most unforgettable landscapes.