| River |
County |
Reach |
Length (miles) |
Description |
Potential Classification |
ORVs |
Watershed (HUC Code 8) |
Year Listed/ Updated |
Other State |
| Bargamin Creek |
Idaho |
North boundary of Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness along Forest Road No. 468 where it crosses Bargamin Creek near Poet Creek Campground to confluence with Salmon River (SW 1/4 of Sec. 23, T.26 N., R.10 E.) |
16 |
Wide range of vegetative types represented, from river breaks to alpine communities. Recreational opportunities for hiking, fishing, and hunting. |
Wild |
Recreational, Scenic, Other |
Middle Salmon-Chamberlain |
1993 |
|
| Bargamin Creek |
Idaho |
Headwaters (Sec. 3, T.28 N., R.12 E.) to point where Road No. 468 crosses Bargamin Creek |
10 |
Wide range of vegetative types represented, from river breaks to alpine communities. Recreational opportunities for hiking, fishing, and hunting. |
Scenic |
Recreational, Scenic, Other |
Middle Salmon-Chamberlain |
1993 |
|
| Bear Creek Complex |
Idaho |
Headwaters of streams in complex to confluence of Selway River (SW 1/4 of Sec. 16, T.31 N., R.13 E.) |
76 |
Resident and anadromous fish habitat. Outstanding vegetation, lakes, and spectacular visual qualities. |
Wild |
Fish, Geologic, Scenic, Other |
Upper Selway |
1993 |
|
| Bear Valley Creek |
Lemhi |
Deer Creek in NW 1/4 of Section 19, T.17N., R.23E to Hayden Creek in SW 1/4 of Section 27, T.17N., R.23E. |
4 |
A significant anadromous fishery, good wildlife viewing, and significant semi-primitive recreational opportunities including the Bear Valley National Recreational Trail. |
Recreational |
Fish, Recreational, Wildlife |
Lemhi |
1993 |
|
| Bear Valley Creek |
Lemhi |
Headwaters in NE 1/4 of Section 17, T.17N., R.22E. to Deer Creek in NW 1/4 of Section 19, T.17N., R.23E., |
5 |
A significant anadromous fishery, good wildlife viewing, and significant semi-primitive recreational opportunities including the Bear Valley National Recreational Trail. |
Scenic |
Fish, Recreational, Wildlife |
Lemhi |
1993 |
|
| Big Creek |
Valley |
Headwaters to Forest Development Road 340 |
2 |
Important anadromous fishery which is tributary to Middle Fork of Salmon River. In large glacial basin surrounded by highly scenic ridges and mountain peaks. |
Scenic |
Fish, Geologic, Scenic |
Lower Middle Fork Salmon |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Big Creek |
Valley |
Wilderness boundary to confluence with Middle Fork of Salmon River |
34 |
Wilderness stream in Idaho Primitive Area. Mixed canyon and open areas accessible only by trail, landing strip, and the river. Popular area for hunting, fishing, kayaking and rafting. Historical and archeological significance; petroglyphs along river near confluence with the Middle Fork of the Salmon. Jointly designated by US fish and Wildlife Service, EPA and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-valued fishery resource". |
Wild |
Fish, Geologic, Scenic |
Lower Middle Fork Salmon |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Big Creek |
Valley |
Forest Development Road 340 to boundary of Frank Church--River of No Return Wilderness at Smith Creek |
11 |
Wilderness stream in Idaho Primitive Area. Mixed canyon and open areas accessible only by trail, landing strip, and the river. Popular area for hunting, fishing, kayaking and rafting. Historical and archeological significance; petroglyphs along river near confluence with the Middle Fork of the Salmon. Jointly designated by US fish and Wildlife Service, EPA and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-valued fishery resource". |
Recreational |
Fish, Geologic, Scenic |
Lower Middle Fork Salmon |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Blackfoot River |
Caribou |
Source to slack water of Blackfoot Reservoir |
37 |
Relatively low flow, tightly meandering river flowing in sparsely vegetated area. Broad scenic valley provides expansive vistas. Good fishing stream-jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA, and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-valued fishery resource". |
Rec/Wild/Scenic |
Fish, Scenic |
Blackfoot |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Boise River |
Boise, Elmore |
The mainstem Boise River from the confluence with the Middle Fork & North Fork downstream to slack water at Arrowrock Reservoir |
11 |
Quite undeveloped, very scenic, high-country stream flowing through steep constricted valley containing only a few flat areas. Headwaters located in Sawtooth Wilderness Area. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA, and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-values fishery resource". |
|
Fish, Scenic |
Boise-Mores |
1982 |
|
| Boise River, North Fork |
Boise, Elmore |
The North Fork from the boundary of the Sawtooth Wilderness Area downstream to the confluence with the Middle Fork |
50 |
Quite undeveloped, very scenic, high-country stream flowing through steep constricted valley containing only a few flat areas. Headwaters located in Sawtooth Wilderness Area. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA, and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-values fishery resource". |
|
Fish, Scenic |
North and Middle Forks Boise |
1982 |
|
| Boise River, South Fork |
Elmore |
Neil Bridge (Arrowrock Reservoir) to Trail Creek |
13 |
"Blue ribbon" fishery. Scenic canyon with vertical cliffs rising from streambanks. Challenging rapids for floaters. |
Wild |
Fish, Scenic |
South Fork Boise |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Boise River, South Fork |
Elmore |
Trail Creek to Danskin Bridge |
4 |
Outstanding trout fishery. |
Recreational |
Fish |
South Fork Boise |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Boise River, South Fork |
Elmore |
Danskin Bridge to Anderson Ranch Dam |
12 |
Interesting two-level canyon cut in basalt formations. Wildlife habitat in valley bottom. River provides challenging boating and fishing opportunities. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA, and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-valued fishery resource" |
Recreational |
Fish |
South Fork Boise |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Camas Creek |
Lemhi |
Hammer Creek in NW 1/4 of Section 36, T.18N., R.16E. to mouth in SW 1/4 of Section 16, T.18N., R.15E. |
11 |
The entire drainage is recognized as a distinctive visual resource. The upper portions of the stream channel are characterized by a gentle canyon morphology. The lower one-third of the stream including Hammer Creek to the mouth follows a deep rugged canyon. |
Wild |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife |
Lower Middle Fork Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Camas Creek |
Lemhi |
Forest boundary in SW 1/4 of Section 16, T.17N., R.17E. to confluence with Hammer Creek in NW 1/4 of Section 36, T.18N., R.16E. |
6 |
The entire drainage is recognized as a distinctive visual resource. The upper portions of the stream channel are characterized by a gentle canyon morphology. The lower one-third of the stream including Hammer Creek to the mouth follows a deep rugged canyon. |
Recreational |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife |
Lower Middle Fork Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Cayuse Creek |
Clearwater |
Proposed Hoodoo Wilderness boundary in Sec. 28, T.10 N., R.26 W. to mouth |
36 |
Unaltered forest landscape of highly scenic values. Westslope cutthroat trout, bull trout, and Kokanee Salmon fishing. Essential wolf habitat. |
|
Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife |
Upper North Fork Clearwater |
1993 |
|
| Clearwater River, Little North Fork |
Clearwater, Shoshone |
Adair Creek to confluence with Cedar Creek |
26 |
Steep canyon slopes with variety of vegetative communities common to Central Rocky Mountain region. Summer and fall habitat for large herds of elk. Westslope Cutthroat trout and Dolly Varden Char fishing. |
Wild |
Fish, Recreational, Wildlife, Other |
Lower North Fork Clearwater |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Clearwater River, Little North Fork |
Clearwater, Shoshone |
Fish Lake to confluence with Adair Creek |
11 |
Youthful, swift wilderness stream with ample clear water. Exceptional scenic value and interesting geologic outcrops. Native cutthroat/mountain whitefish fishery; wintering area for big game and eagles. Almost a total lack of development in the lower reaches (including a lack of roads) makes for a remote and very pristine river resource. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA, and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-valued fishery resource". |
Recreational |
Fish, Recreational, Wildlife, Other |
Lower North Fork Clearwater |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Clearwater River, North Fork |
Clearwater |
Slack water in Dworshak Reservoir in NE 1/4 of Sec. 34, T.41 N., R.6 E. to Forest Road 250 bridge crossing in SE 1/4 of Sec. 6, T.40 N., R.11 E. |
66 |
Steep canyon slopes. Westslope cutthroat trout, bulltrout, and salmon fishing. Big game winter habitat for elk and deer. Rare plant communities. |
Recreational |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other |
Lower North Fork Clearwater |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Clearwater River, North Fork |
Clearwater, Shoshone |
From its source downstream to slack water at Dworshak Reservoir |
16 |
Long, clear, high-flow, swift river, with little non-road development and high scenic quality, including some interesting rock outcrops. Sustains considerable recreation use and opportunities, both for fishing and boating. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA, and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-valued fishery resource". |
|
Recreational, Fish |
Lower North Fork Clearwater |
1993 |
|
| Clearwater River, South Fork |
Idaho |
Confluence of Red River and American River near Elk City, Idaho to confluence with Clearwater River at Kooskia, Idaho |
63 |
Major anadromous fish rearing habitat. Migrant bald eagles. General water oriented recreation use. Geologic and scenic features such as Huddleston Bluff and famous Hanging Rock |
Recreational |
Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife |
South Fork Clearwater |
1993 |
|
| Coeur d' Alene River, North Fork |
Kootenai, Shoshone |
Beginning south of Honey Mountain in SW 1/4 of Sec. 32, T.53 N., R.1 W. to mouth at junction of Coeur d' Alene River in NW 1/4 of Sec. 8, T.49 N., R.2 E. |
37 |
Native populations of rainbow and cutthroat trout. |
Scenic |
Fish |
Upper Coeur d'Alene |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Deadwood River |
Valley |
From the source downstream to head of Deadwood Reservoir. |
22 |
Outstanding scenic quality and diversity of landscape, with alternating deep pools and whitewater runs. Lengthy roadless reach from above mouth to reservoir. Excellent whitewater boating river. Upper reach is good example of meandering stream in upland meadow environment. Excellent resident trout fishery. |
|
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
South Fork Payette |
1982 |
|
| Deadwood River |
Boise, Valley |
Deadwood Dam to Threemile Creek |
2 |
Spectacular canyon and challenging kayaking opportunities. |
Recreational |
Recreational, Scenic |
South Fork Payette |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Deadwood River |
Boise, Valley |
Threemile Creek to Julie Creek |
13 |
Rugged, steep, and inaccessible canyon. Narrow river channel and rapids offer challenging kayaking. |
Wild |
Recreational, Scenic |
South Fork Payette |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Deadwood River |
Boise, Valley |
Julie Creek to South Fork Payette River |
9 |
Rugged, narrow, steep canyon with rapids that offer challenging kayaking. |
Scenic |
Recreational, Scenic |
South Fork Payette |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Falls River |
Fremont |
Source to Forest boundary |
6 |
Flows through a large variety of environments, including meadowland, forest, and canyon reaches. Numerous falls and rapids, including Cave Falls. Essentially undeveloped, wilderness area providing recreational opportunities, particularly for kayaking. |
Scenic |
Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife |
Lower Henrys |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Fish Creek |
Idaho |
Mouth of Hungery Creek in SE 1/4 of Sec. 24, T.35 N., R.8 E., Boise Meridian to confluence with Lochsa River in NW 1/4 of Sec. 33, T.35 N., R.9 E., Boise Meridian |
5 |
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail parallels for short distance. Important anadromous fishery. Key winter big game range for elk. Hunting, horseback riding, and hiking. |
|
Fish, Recreational, Wildlife, Other |
Lochsa |
1993 |
|
| French Creek |
Idaho |
Headwater of Little French Creek in Sec. 17, T.21 N., R.3 E. to Sec. 1, T.23 N., R.3 E. at Forest boundary |
25 |
Important anadromous fishery which is tributary to main Salmon River. Flows through scenic meadow - stringer timber landscapes. Several scenic cirque basins at head and flows through deeply disected canyon. |
Wild |
Fish, Geologic, Scenic |
Lower Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Gedney Creek, West Fork |
Idaho |
Headwaters (NW 1/4 of Sec. 33, T.33 N., R.10 E.) to Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness boundary (SW 1/4 of Sec. 35, T.33 N., R.9 E.) |
9 |
Spectacular visual qualities. Part of Selway River anadromous spawning habitat reaches. Outstanding vegetation and lakes. |
Wild |
Geologic, Scenic, Other |
Lower Selway |
1993 |
|
| Hayden Creek |
Lemhi |
Wade Creek in SW 1/4 of Section 21, T.16N., R23E. to Forest boundary in NW 1/4 of Section 27, T.17N, R.23E. |
6 |
|
Recreational |
Recreational, Scenic |
Lemhi |
1993 |
|
| Hayden Creek |
Lemhi |
Headwaters in Section 14, T.16N., R.22E. to confluence with Wade Creek in SW 1/4 of Section 21, T.17N., R.23E. |
6 |
|
Scenic |
Recreational, Scenic |
Lemhi |
1993 |
|
| Henrys Fork |
Fremont |
From Henrys Lake downstream to Island Park Reservoir |
36 |
Undeveloped river downcutting through thick basalt levees, creating interesting geologic features. Includes three major waterfalls in the lower canyon portion; and also provides fine wildlife habitat as well as boating opportunities, primarily for canoeing. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA, and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-valued fishery resource". |
|
Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Wildlife |
Upper Henrys |
1982 |
|
| Henrys Fork |
Fremont |
Island Park Reservoir to Warm River to |
26 |
Undeveloped river downcutting through thick basalt levees, creating interesting geologic features. Includes three major waterfalls in the lower canyon portion; and also provides fine wildlife habitat as well as boating opportunities, primarily for canoeing. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA, and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-valued fishery resource". |
|
Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Wildlife |
Upper Henrys |
1982 |
|
| Hungery Creek |
Idaho |
Headwaters near Forest Road 500 in SW 1/4 of Sec. 3, T.35 N., R.7 E., Boise Meridian to confluence with Fish Creek in SE 1/4 of Sec. 24, T.35 N., R.8 E., Boise Meridian |
14 |
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail route parallels for 10 miles. Important anadromous fishery spawning and rearing stream. Key winter big game range for elk. Hunting and hiking. |
Wild |
Fish, Recreational, Wildlife, Other |
Lochsa |
1993 |
|
| Johns Creek |
Idaho |
Headwaters to confluence with South Fork Clearwater River (NW 1/4 of Sec. 30, T.29 N., R.5 E.) |
20 |
Key habitat for steelhead, chinook salmon, and cutthroat trout. Viewing and hunting of elk. Deeply incised canyon provides outstanding vistas and ruggedness. |
Wild |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife |
South Fork Clearwater |
1993 |
|
| Kelly Creek |
Clearwater |
Source (NE 1/4 Sec. 19, T.39 N., R.13 E.) to Forest Service Road 581 bridge near mouth of Moose Creek in SW 1/4, Sec. 16, T.39 N., R.11 E. |
15 |
Known for its westslope cutthroat trout. Steep slopes with variety of vegetation, rocky outcrops, and sheer cliffs, as well as tumbling waterfalls and broad flat stream stretches |
Wild |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
Upper North Fork Clearwater |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Kelly Creek |
Clearwater |
Forest Service Road 581 bridge to mouth in SW 1/4 of Sec. 18, T.39 N., R.10 E. |
11 |
Wilderness stream flowing through a variety of terrain, including high country meadows and small canyons. Clear, swift water provides excellent fishing and high scenic qualities. Proposed wilderness area is fine wildlife habitat. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-values fishery resource". |
Recreational |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
Upper North Fork Clearwater |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Lake Creek |
Idaho |
Gospel-Hump Wilderness boundary to confluence with Crooked Creek (SE 1/4 of Sec. 10, T.25 N., R.7 E.) |
10 |
Numerous historic cabins and mine ruins from 1860 mining era. Orbicular granite found in Whistling Pig Canyon. Fishing and elk hunting. Rare willow found near Hump Lake at headwaters. |
Wild |
Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Wildlife, Other |
Middle Salmon-Chamberlain |
1993 |
|
| Lake Creek |
Idaho |
Headwaters near Hump Lake to Wilderness boundary |
4 |
Numerous historic cabins and mine ruins from 1860 mining era. Orbicular granite found in Whistling Pig Canyon. Fishing and elk hunting. Rare willow found near Hump Lake at headwaters. |
Recreational |
Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Wildlife, Other |
Middle Salmon-Chamberlain |
1993 |
|
| Long Canyon Creek |
Boundary |
Long Canyon Pass in NW 1/4 of Sec. 30, T.63 N., R.2 W. to Forest Boundary and junction with road #417 in SE 1/4 of Sec. 25, T.63 N., R.2 W. |
15 |
Has not been roaded or otherwise disturbed by human activity. Habitat for threatened and endangered grizzly bear and woodland caribou. Stands of overmature large trees. |
Wild |
Wildlife, Other |
Lower Kootenai |
1993 |
|
| Marsh Creek |
Custer |
FC-RONRW boundary at Smith Creek to mouth at Middle Fork Salmon River (NW 1/4 of Sec. 12, T.13 N., R.10 E.) |
4 |
Wild anadromous fishery. Spectacular scenery of Sawtooth Mountains. Challenging white water for kayaking during high spring run-off. |
Wild |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
Upper Middle Fork Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Marsh Creek |
Custer |
Knapp Creek (NW 1/4 of Sec. 24, T.12 N., R.11 E.) to FC-RONRW boundary at Smith Creek |
10 |
Wild anadromous fishery. Spectacular scenery of Sawtooth Mountains. Challenging white water for kayaking during high spring run-off. |
Recreational |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
Upper Middle Fork Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Meadow Creek |
Idaho |
Road crossing to confluence with Selway River (NE 1/4 of Sec. 11, T.31 N., R.9 E.) |
1 |
Major undeveloped tributary of Selway River. Threatened and endangered species such as bald eagle. Highly productive and valuable anadromous and resident fish habitat. Wildlife viewing and hunting opportunities. |
Recreational |
Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Wildlife, Other |
Lower Selway |
1993 |
|
| Meadow Creek |
Idaho |
Headwaters to road crossing (NE 1/4 of Sec. 14, T.31 N., R.9 E.) |
43 |
Major undeveloped tributary of Selway River. Threatened and endangered species such as bald eagle. Highly productive and valuable anadromous and resident fish habitat. Wildlife viewing and hunting opportunities. |
Recreational |
Fish, Geologic, Wildlife, Other |
Lower Selway |
1993 |
|
| Monumental Creek |
Valley |
From the Wilderness boundary to the confluence with Big Creek |
18 |
Creek flows through high mountain meadows and stringer timber of high scenic quality. The spectacular glacial canyon of Monumental Creek continues on for the entire length of the stream. |
|
Fish, Geologic, Scenic |
Lower Middle Fork Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Monumental Creek |
Valley |
From the headwaters to the boundary of the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness |
8 |
Creek flows through high mountain meadows and stringer timber of high scenic quality. The spectacular glacial canyon of Monumental Creek continues on for the entire length of the stream. |
|
Fish, Geologic, Scenic |
Lower Middle Fork Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Moose Creek Complex |
Idaho |
Headwaters of streams in complex to confluence of Selway River (SE 1/4 of Sec. 10, T.32 N., R.12 E.) |
148 |
Outstanding lakes and vegetation. Unspoiled natural runs of steelhead and chinook salmon. |
Wild |
Fish, Geologic, Scenic, Wildlife, Other |
Lower Selway |
1993 |
|
| Owyhee River, South Fork |
Owyhee (Elko, NV) |
From a point approximately 3 and 1/2 miles upstream of the confluence with Fourmile Creek to upstream boundary of the Owyhee River Wilderness at the Idaho Nevada State border |
25 |
Major dry region, deep canyon stream with some entrenched meanders and many wild areas. |
|
Fish, Geologic, Recreational |
South Fork Owyhee |
1982 |
NV |
| Owyhee River, South Fork |
Owyhee |
From its source to a point approximately two miles downstream from Wilson Creek Canyon |
60 |
Major dry region, deep canyon stream with some entrenched meanders and many wild areas. |
|
Fish, Geologic, Recreational |
South Fork Owyhee |
1982 |
|
| Pack River |
Bonner |
Harrison Lake in SW 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.62 N., R.2 W. to forest boundary in SE 1/4 of Sec. 34, T.59 N., R.2 W. |
16 |
Noted for Dolly Varden trout. |
Recreational |
Fish |
Pend Oreille Lake |
1993 |
|
| Pahsimeroi River, East Fork |
Custer |
Headwaters in NW 1/4 of Sec. 30, T.9 N., R.23 E. to mouth at Pahsimeroi River, in NW 1/4 of Sec. 35, T.10 N., R.23 E. |
7 |
Spectacular views of highest peaks in Idaho. Unique example of glacial geology, with high rugged peaks, U-shaped valleys and alluvial deposits. |
Scenic |
Geologic, Scenic |
Pahsimeroi |
1993 |
|
| Panther Creek |
Lemhi |
Headwaters in SE 1/4 of Section 2, T.17N., R.18E. to mouth in NW 1/4 of Section 19, T.23N., R.18E. |
48 |
Spectacular views of highest peaks in Idaho. Unique example of glacial geology, with high rugged peaks, U-shaped valleys and alluvial deposits. |
Recreational |
Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife |
Middle Salmon-Panther |
1993 |
|
| Payette River |
Boise |
Confluence of Middle Fork Payette to confluence with North Fork Payette |
8 |
Recreational boating and fishing, scenic canyons interspersed with wide valleys. |
Recreational |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
Payette |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Payette River, North Fork |
Boise |
From McCall, Idaho, downstream to slack water at Cascade Reservoir |
23 |
Stellar example of continuous white water in a moderately sized canyon; river supplies expert kayaking opportunities as well as considerable scenic qualities, despite the presence of a major road and railroad line. Upper portion meanders through wide flood plain. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA, and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest values fishery resource" |
|
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
North Fork Payette |
1982 |
|
| Payette River, South Fork |
Boise |
Forest Boundary to confluence with Middle Fork Payette |
5 |
Flows through narrow canyon with series of rapids and pools. Extremely popular for rafting and kayaking. |
Recreational |
Recreational, Scenic |
South Fork Payette |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Payette River, South Fork |
Boise |
Little Gallagher Creek to Forest Boundary |
10 |
Rugged canyon with scenic cliffs. Challenging river floating experiences. Numerous hot springs. |
Recreational |
Geologic, Recreational, Scenic |
South Fork Payette |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Payette River, South Fork |
Boise |
Lowman to Little Gallagher Creek |
14 |
Spectacular canyon, challenging rapids for rafting, kayaking, and fishing. Natural hot springs. |
Recreational |
Geologic, Recreational, Scenic |
South Fork Payette |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Payette River, South Fork |
Boise |
Grandjean/Highway 21 Junction to Lowman |
22 |
Scenic canyon with vistas of forested mountainsides. Floating, fishing, and camping. Several hot springs. |
Recreational |
Geologic, Recreational, Scenic |
South Fork Payette |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Payette River, South Fork |
Boise |
Sawtooth National Recreation boundary to junction of Grandjean Road and State Highway 21 |
11 |
Spectacular panoramic views of Sawtooth Mountains. Hot springs, fishing, and floating. |
Scenic |
Geologic, Recreational, Scenic |
South Fork Payette |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Payette, North Fork |
Boise |
From Cascade Dam downstream to confluence with mainstem |
41 |
Stellar example of continuous white water in a moderately sized canyon; river supplies expert kayaking opportunities as well as considerable scenic qualities, despite the presence of a major road and railroad line. Upper portion meanders through wide flood plain. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA, and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest values fishery resource". |
|
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
North Fork Payette |
1982 |
|
| Priest River |
Boundary, Bonner |
Canadian border to Upper Priest Lake |
20 |
|
Wild |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife |
Priest |
1993 |
|
| Running Creek |
Idaho |
Headwaters near Running Lake to Wilderness boundary |
14 |
Outstanding hot springs. Anadromous fisheries and elk viewing and hunting. |
Scenic |
Fish, Geologic, Wildlife |
Upper Selway |
1993 |
|
| Running Creek |
Idaho |
Boundary of Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness to NW 1/4 of Sec. 28, T.30 N., R.13 E. |
7 |
Outstanding hot springs. Anadromous fisheries and elk viewing and hunting. |
Wild |
Fish, Geologic, Wildlife |
Upper Selway |
1993 |
|
| Salmon River |
Custer, Lemhi |
Source downstream to southern boundary of Salmon, Idaho |
167 |
Prime spawning and rearing habitat for spring and summer chinook salmon. |
Recreational |
Fish |
Middle Salmon-Panther |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Salmon River |
Nez Perce, Lewis, Idaho |
Long Tom Bar to confluence with Snake River |
112 |
|
Recreational/Scenic |
Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife, Other |
Middle Salmon-Panther |
1993 |
|
| Salmon River, East Fork |
Custer |
From the Sawtooth NRA boundary downstream to the confluence with the mainstem |
27 |
Very clear, essentially undeveloped river beginning in Sawtooth Wilderness Area and flowing through a broad, steep sided valley. High recreational and scenic values, including kayaking, rafting and fishing opportunities. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA and Idaho Fish and Game as a "highest-valued fishery resource". |
Scenic/Wild |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
Upper Salmon |
1982 |
|
| Salmon River, East Fork |
Custer |
Confluence of West Fork of East Fork of Salmon River and South Fork of East Fork of Salmon River to Forest Boundary |
10 |
Outstanding salmon fishery. Upper portion in Sawtooth National Recreation Area which enhances recreational value. Initial 4 miles suitable for wild classification. Remaining 7 miles suitable for recreation or scenic. |
Rec/Wild/Scenic |
Fish |
Upper Salmon |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Salmon River, South Fork |
Idaho, Valley |
Headwaters on Boise N.F. to confluence with Three Mile Creek on Payette N.F. |
57 |
Important anadromous fishery which is tributary to main Salmon River. Flow through highly scenic meadow - stringer timber landscapes. Deeply disected canyon within granitic Idaho Batholith |
Recreational |
Fish, Geologic, Scenic |
South Fork Salmon |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Salmon River, South Fork |
Idaho, Valley |
Smith Creek to confluence with main Salmon River |
13 |
Important anadromous fishery which is tributary to main Salmon River. Flow through highly scenic meadow - stringer timber landscapes. Deeply disected canyon within granitic Idaho Batholith |
Wild |
Fish, Geologic, Scenic |
South Fork Salmon |
1982/ 1993 |
|
| Salmon River, South Fork |
Idaho, Valley |
Three Mile Creek to landing strip at Smith Creek |
20 |
Important anadromous fishery which is tributary to main Salmon River. Flow through highly scenic meadow - stringer timber landscapes. Deeply disected canyon within granitic Idaho Batholith |
Scenic |
Fish, Geologic, Scenic |
South Fork Salmon |
1982 / 1993 |
|
| Secesh River |
Valley |
Entire river. |
29 |
Outstanding whitewater boating river. Roadless middle reach has trail system with opportunities for hiking, camping and fishing in highly scenic canyon. High quality salmon, steelhead, and cutthroat trout fishery. |
|
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
South Fork Salmon |
1982 |
|
| Slate Creek |
Idaho |
Gospel-Hump Wilderness boundary (NW 1/4 of Sec. 31, T.27 N., R.4 E.) to confluence with Salmon River (NW 1/4 of Sec. 36, T.27 N., R.1 E.) |
16 |
Natural limestone cliffs along lower portion of Slate Creek. Prehistoric sites. Excellent anadromous and resident fish habitat. |
Recreational |
Fish, Geologic, Historic |
Lower Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Slate Creek |
Idaho |
Headwaters at Slate Lakes to Wilderness boundary |
6 |
Natural limestone cliffs along lower portion of Slate Creek. Prehistoric sites. Excellent anadromous and resident fish habitat. |
Wild |
Fish, Geologic, Historic |
Lower Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Snake River |
Bingham |
From Blackfoot, Idaho, downstream to slack water at American Falls Reservoir |
29 |
Excellent example of major river flowing through a wide flood plain; displaying large meanders, numerous sloughs, channels and backwaters. |
|
Fish, Geologic |
Palisades |
1982 |
|
| Snake River |
Gooding, Twin Falls |
Lower Salmon Falls Dam downstream to the head of Bliss Reservoir |
11 |
Mid-section of 1,000+ mile river; highest volume in Northwest after Columbia River. Broad, deep fixed channel cut through flood basalts. Contains three USFWS candidate threatened and endangered aquatic species: Snake River snail, Bliss Rapids snail, and Shoshone sculpin. Critical habitat and type location for both snails. Riparian zone contains several threatened plant species. Outstanding waterfowl habitat; identified in the USFWS Unique Ecosystems Study. Regionally significant "big river" fishing and whitewater boating opportunities |
|
Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Wildlife, Other |
Palisades |
1982 |
|
| Snake River |
Bonneville, Jefferson |
From Palisades Dam downstream to the confluence with the Henrys Fork |
63 |
An outstanding remaining free-flowing segment of the Snake with ample recreation opportunities; superior wildlife habitat and good scenic vistas, particularly in the Upper Snake Canyon. Mature flood plain with many sloughs and channels, especially near Henrys Fork confluence. Presence of levees in lower portion is relatively unobstructive. Sustains raft and canoe use on swift, notable bald and golden eagle nesting area. Jointly designated by US Fish and Wildlife Service, EPA and Idaho Fish and Game as a highest-valued fishery resource". |
|
Fish, Geologic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife |
Palisades |
1982 |
|
| Three Links Complex |
Idaho |
Headwaters in complex to confluence of Selway River (SW 1/4 of Sec. 22, T.32 N., R.11 E.) |
26 |
Excellent spawning habitat for steelhead and chinook salmon. Outstanding lakes and vegetation |
Wild |
Fish, Geologic, Scenic, Other |
Lower Selway |
1993 |
|
| Warm River |
Fremont |
Warm springs to Forest boundary |
8 |
|
|
Geologic, Historic, Recreational, Scenic, Wildlife |
Upper Henrys |
1993 |
|
| White Bird Creek |
Idaho |
Confluence of North and South Forks of White Bird Creek (SE 1/4 of Sec. 5, T.28 N., R.2 E) to confluence with Salmon River (NW 1/4 of Sec. 22, T.28 N., R.1 E.) |
6 |
Dissected basalt cliffs adjacent to creek. Excellent habitat for anadromous and resident fish. Abundant cultural resources associated with Nez Perce Indian Battleground. |
Recreational |
Cultural, Fish, Geologic |
Lower Salmon |
1993 |
|
| White Sand Creek |
Idaho |
Trail #47 and 50 intersection to Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness boundary at mouth of Dan Creek (NE 1/4 Sec. 36, R.15 E., T.36 N.) |
8 |
Precipitous slopes carpeted with stands of fir, larch and pine. Potential to restore traditional runs of Chinook salmon to Clearwater system. Fishing, hunting, hiking, and horseback riding. |
Wild |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
Lochsa |
1993 |
|
| White Sand Creek |
Idaho |
White Sand mouth at Forest Road #111 (NE 1/4 Sec. 34, R.14 E., T.37 N.) to point where trail #47 intersects trail #50 (NW 1/4 Sec. 5, R.15 E., T.36 N.) |
5 |
Precipitous slopes carpeted with stands of fir, larch and pine. Potential to restore traditional runs of Chinook salmon to Clearwater system. Fishing, hunting, hiking, and horseback riding. |
Recreational |
Fish, Recreational, Scenic |
Lochsa |
1993 |
|
| Yankee Fork |
Custer |
Jordan Creek to Pole Flat Campground |
7 |
Native American religious and ceremonial fishery. Challenging white water for kayaking during high spring run-off. Spawning and rearing habitat for anadromous steelhead and Chinook Salmon. |
Recreational |
Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational |
Upper Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Yankee Fork |
Custer |
Eightmile Creek (SE 1/4 of Sec. 30, T.13 N., R.16 E.) to Jordan Creek |
7 |
Native American religious and ceremonial fishery. Challenging white water for kayaking during high spring run-off. Spawning and rearing habitat for anadromous steelhead and Chinook Salmon. |
Recreational |
Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational |
Upper Salmon |
1993 |
|
| Yankee Fork |
Custer |
Pole Flat Campground (beginning of dredge tailings) to mouth at Main Salmon River (NW 1/4 of Sec. 20, T.11 N., R.15 E.) |
2 |
Native American religious and ceremonial fishery. Challenging white water for kayaking during high spring run-off. Spawning and rearing habitat for anadromous steelhead and Chinook Salmon. |
Recreational |
Cultural, Fish, Geologic, Historic, Recreational |
Upper Salmon |
1993 |
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