Riggins is known for it’s rafting, kayaking, hunting and fishing. Located in the northwest section of Idaho, north of Boise, deep in a canyon at the confluence of the Salmon and Little Salmon Rivers.
Riggins, Idaho-Salmon River
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Kamiah, Idaho & Clearwater River
Kamiah (cam-e-eye), Idaho is along the Clearwater River and Highway 12 in the northwest part of the state. The locals say the area is know for river rafting, fishing and hunting. From Missoula it was about a 3.5 hour scenic drive.
Missoula, Montana-Bitterroot Range
Missoula, Montana sits in a valley and borders the Bitterroot Mountains. Located in western Montana, Missoula is only about 45 miles from Idaho. Founded in 1860, it has become one of the larger cities in Montana and is home to the University of Montana. About 18,000 people live in the area. The Clark Fork River runs through the city.
Waterfalls, Glacier National Park, Part 2
Waterfalls seem to be more numerous than glaciers in Glacier National Park in early summer. They are everywhere. Many of them are along the roads, and many more require a scenic hike to get to. Most of the ones we hiked to were when we stayed on the St. Mary’s side of Glacier National Park.
Going to the Sun Road, West Glacier, Montana
Going to the Sun Road is the only road that traverses Glacier National Park from West Glacier to St. Mary, Montana. It crosses the Continental Divide at Logan Pass at an elevation of 6,646 feet. Construction on the road began in 1921 and it is about 50 miles long. It is one of the most scenic roads in America.
St. Mary, MT & Waterton NP Alberta
St. Mary is a small community located at the east entrance of Glacier National Park in Montana. It is a great location to explore the east side of Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Park in Alberta, Canada.
