Middle Fork Salmon River, Wild river in central Idaho, United States
The Middle Fork Salmon River flows through deep canyons and dense forests, spanning 104 miles within the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness.
The Middle Fork Salmon River received designation as one of the original eight Wild and Scenic rivers in the United States on October 2, 1968.
Indigenous tribes established seasonal camps along the riverbanks, utilizing the waterway for transportation and sustaining themselves through fishing activities.
Visitors must obtain permits through a competitive lottery system each January to access the river between Dagger Falls and the confluence with Main Salmon River.
Natural hot springs emerge along the riverbanks while Chinook salmon, steelhead, and rainbow trout swim in the clear waters throughout the year.
Location: Idaho
GPS coordinates: 45.29720,-114.59300
Latest update: March 8, 2025 21:05
Idaho features natural lakes in mountain ranges, historic sites and geological formations. The locations include waterfalls, caves, sand dunes, hot springs and wilderness areas. Visitors find national parks, rivers for fishing and rafting, and historic mining towns.
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