Idaho whitewater, Snake River Nez Perce county, Salmon River to Lewiston section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II     47 miles   If you're coming from Lewiston it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Idaho tend to be more challenging than the national average, so don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. The natural beauty of Idaho and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. Getting some good exercise and     just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. A stretch of this length does require some preparations, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This is one of a small number of paddling stretches in this river system, there are a few others too. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good spots. This stretch of Snake River is 47 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II section of whitewater. Briefly   about the general area: There is a fine hiking trail in the vicinity of Snake River called the Cook Creek Trail, and there are plenty of people from Lewiston here. Going for a hike on the Cottonwood Creek Trail is always a great adventure, and you could always look at Sandal Gulch. This is such a fun river. Don't leave Snake River without first paying a visit to Captain John Rapids. Don't leave Snake River without visiting Hells Gate State Park; a journey to Captain John Rapids will fill your spirit with fine feelings. Not much precipitation falls here at Snake River. May is when you get the most rain here, and the driest month is July. Snake River, Salmon River to Lewiston road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Snake River.   Whitewater Near Snake River: Whitewater Outfitter - Barker River Trips, Nez Perce County, 11 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - Oars Dories, Nez Perce County, 12 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Snake River, Nez Perce County, 16 miles away       Class II - 47 miles long (Salmon River to Lewiston) Whitewater Outfitter - Beamers Hells Canyon Tours & Excursions, Asotin County, 17 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Imnaha River, Wallowa County, 18 miles away       Class III-IV - -blank- miles long (to Snake Lake) Grande Ronde River, Asotin County, 24 miles away       Class II-IV - 27 miles long (Boggan's Oasis to Snake River) Whitewater Outfitter - NRS, Latah County, 28 miles away       Whitewater outfitter   Ski Areas Near Snake River: Bluewood, Washington , 65 miles away, 1125 foot drop, 3 lifts, 23 runs Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 75 miles away, 1800 foot drop, 5 lifts, 46 runs Spout Springs, Oregon , 81 miles away, 600 foot drop, 2 lifts, 14 runs Silver Mountain, Idaho , 84 miles away, 2200 foot drop, 7 lifts, 73 runs Mt. Spokane, Washington , 86 miles away, 2000 foot drop, 5 lifts, 44 runs Tamarack, Idaho , 88 miles away, 2800 foot drop, 8 lifts, 42 runs   Marinas Near Snake River: Hells Canyon Resort & Marina, Clarkston , 18 miles away   Hotels Near Snake River: Hampton Inn Lewiston ID, Lewiston , 14 miles away Holiday Inn Express LEWISTON, Lewiston , 14 miles away Comfort Inn Lewiston, Lewiston , 15 miles away Red Lion Hotel Lewiston, Lewiston , 15 miles away Inn America Lewiston, Lewiston , 15 miles away   Campgrounds Near Snake River: Limestone Point Access, Anatone, 5 miles away Heller Bar, Anatone, 6 miles away Mouth of Grande Ronde, Anatone, 6 miles away   Trails Near Snake River: Cook Creek Trail, Wallowa , 13 miles away, 7.7 hiking miles, 4256 feet elevation difference Cottonwood Creek Trail, Wallowa , 14 miles away, 13.5 hiking miles, 4338 feet elevation difference Howard Cutoff Trail, Wallowa , 14 miles away,  3.6 hiking miles, 671 feet elevation difference   Public Lands Near Snake River: Hells Gate State Park, Idaho , 14 miles away Fields Spring State Park, Washington , 18 miles away Winchester Lake State Park, Idaho , 21 miles away   Golf Courses Near Snake River: Eagles Pointe Golf Course, Lewiston , 13 miles away Bryden Canyon Golf Course, Lewiston , 14 miles away Quail Ridge Golf Course, Clarkston , 16 miles away