Fishing Links and Information

Area Information

Riggins is a small town nestled in the Salmon River Canyon of central Idaho. The protective canyon, combined with the 1800-foot elevation, produces a temperate climate year-round. This spectacular setting plus the comforts and hospitality found at Best Western Salmon Rapids Lodge make Riggins an ideal home-base to explore the major national forests and scenic areas of the West.

Recreation

Whitewater Rafting - half day to multi day trips, spring and summer
Fishing – year round opportunities. Fabulous salmon, steelhead, and sturgeon fishing from jet boat, drift boat or shore. Salmon and Snake Rivers, mountain lakes.
Jet boating – fishing, sightseeing, and viewing historical sights
Kyaking – on the Little Salmon or Salmon Rivers
Hunting – From big game to chukar; hunt by foot, horseback, or drift boat
Hiking – trails for every ability nearby
Skiing – Brundage Mountain Ski Resort for fabulous powder – one hour away

Local Attractions

Salmon River – the famous “River of No Return”
Salmon River Heritage Walking Tour – 21 signed historical points
1 mile from city park, grass, picnic tables and shelter
2 miles from Shorts Bar – A big sandy beach on the Salmon River!
6 miles from Rapid River Hatchery – Chinook salmon, visitors welcome daily, picnic area
4 miles from Hells Canyon National Recreation Area information center,
20 miles from Heaven’s Gate Lookout, hiking trails, viewpoint (HCNRA)
30 miles from Meadow Creek Golf Course, New Meadows
35 miles from Nez Perce National Historic Park
45 miles from the Snake River – Pittsburgh Landing, hiking, boat trips
47 miles from Brundage Mountain Ski Area
47 miles from Snowmobiling Parking Areas
47 miles from Payette Lake, boat rentals, beach, jet ski rental, state park, hiking.
70 miles from points on the Lewis and Clark Trail

Nearby Cities

47 miles from McCall
45 miles from Grangeville
115 miles from Lewiston
150 miles from Boise
210 miles from Spokane

Helpful Links:

Salmon River Chamber of Commerce: www.rigginsidaho.com
Rocky Mountain Travel Information – Best Western: http://www.bestwesternrockymts.com/idaho/
Idaho Travel Guide: http://www.visitid.org/Regions/r2_about.html
North Central Idaho Travel Association: http://www.northcentralidaho.info/canyonindex.htm
Weather
InIdaho.com: Vacation and travel information for Idaho http://www.inidaho.com
Brundage Mountain Ski Resort http://www.brundage.com

Dining

Within ¼ mile of Cattleman’s, American
Within ¼ mile of River Rock Cafe, American
Within ½ mile of Seven Devils Steak House and Saloon
Within ½ mile of Back Eddy Grill, American
Within ½ mile of Salmon River Inn, Pizza and more
Within ½ mile of Summerville’s Bar and Grill
9 miles to JC’s River Grill, Lucile
30 miles to Meadow Creek, New Meadows, fine dining
35 miles to Sagebrush Barbeque, New Meadows

"We just needed a one night stay on our drive from Boise to Whitefish, MT and booked a room at the Riggins, ID Best Western. We were knocked out with the beautiful location, room, and amenities provided, including a great breakfast. Nick at the front desk was most helpful, even though it was late when we checked in. We will definitely be using Best Western more in the future, and the Riggins Best Western when we return." Jay Brainard - Little Rock, Arkansas (7/3/2009)