Watch the Coho Salmon Run on Lapwai Creek

Lapwai Creek has a coho salmon spawn each year

NPS Photo

Salmon have been a key component of Nez Perce life for thousands of years. Salmon comprised a main portion of the traditional Nez Perce diet and lifestyle. Salmon run starting in the spring and continuing throughout the year. The first fishing of the season was accompanied by prescribed rituals and a ceremonial feast known as kooyit. Thanksgiving was offered to the Creator and to the fish for having returned and given themselves to the people as food. In this way, it was hoped that the fish would return the next year.

Details

Duration

10-120 Minutes

Activity

Wildlife Watching

Age(s)

1-99

Pets Allowed

Yes with Restrictions

Pets allowed on leash

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Reservations

No

Season

Fall

Coho run in the Fall, exact dates depending on the year. 

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

At Lapwai Creek the water is viewable from the car or is a short walk from the parking area, there is no audio. Bathrooms are available. Pets allowed on leash.