Hells Canyon, River canyon between Oregon and Idaho, United States.
The Snake River has carved this canyon to a depth of 7,993 feet, establishing it as North America's deepest river gorge at the Oregon-Idaho border.
Native American tribes, including the Nez Perce and Shoshone people, established settlements along the canyon walls and used the river for sustenance over thousands of years.
The canyon walls contain numerous petroglyphs and pictographs created by indigenous peoples, documenting their presence and traditions in this significant natural formation.
Three main roads lead to the Snake River access points, with visitor facilities including campgrounds and information centers located near popular trailheads.
The canyon's elevation range spans from 1,400 feet at the river level to over 9,000 feet at the peaks, creating distinct ecological zones with varied wildlife.
Location: Oregon
Location: Idaho
GPS coordinates: 45.37140,-116.63800
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:23
Wallowa Mountains
53.9 km
Hells Canyon National Recreation Area
27.6 km
Hells Canyon Wilderness
22.6 km
Sacajawea Peak
53.2 km
Hells Canyon Dam
15.1 km
Zumwalt Prairie
40 km
Wallowa Lake Tramway
44.2 km
Wallowa Lake State Park
46.4 km
Eagle Cap
56.9 km
Mount Howard
44.1 km
White Bird Grade
57.9 km
Iwetemlaykin State Heritage Site
46 km
Sheep Rock
20.2 km
Wallowa County Courthouse
50.3 km
OK Theatre
50.5 km
Cornucopia Jailhouse
59.7 km
College Creek Ranger Station
13.3 km
William P. Warnock House
49.6 km
First Bank of Joseph
46.3 km
Enterprise Public Library
50.2 km
Flora School
52.5 km
Dr. J. W. Barnard Building and First National Bank of Joseph
46.2 km
Lick Creek Guard Station
38.6 km
Col. E. M. Heigho House
52.5 km
Alvin M. and Betty Josephy Library of Western History and Culture
46.4 km
Enterprise I.O.O.F. Hall
50.2 km
Matterhorn Village
45.8 km
Hat Point Fire Lookout Tower
7.6 kmReviews
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