Things To Do & See
Dining and Lodging in Riggins, Idaho
Heaven’s Gate Lookout and Recreation Trail
17 miles from Riggins, Idaho, southwest of US 95 on Forest Road 517; 1/2 mile hike from the Parking Area
Rapid River Hatchery
10 minutes Southwest of Riggins, Idaho.
Admission is free. Tours are available. Visiting hours are 8am to 4pm, everyday.
Seven Devils Campground
17 miles from Riggins, Idaho, southwest of US 95 on Forest Road 517.
Wolf Education & Research Center
1 hour, 30 minutes North of Riggins, Idaho on U.S. Hwy 95.
Admission ranges from $2 to $10, children 6 and under are free. Self-guided and guided tours available. Visiting hours vary.
Whitebird Battlefield
30 minutes North of Riggins, Idaho on U.S. Hwy 95 on the Whitebird Grade.
Admission is free; this is a roadside historical marker.
Voluntourism Opportunities in Idaho
REGIONAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Riggins Steelhead Fishing Derby
October 1, 2010 – March 26, 2011
- Over $2000 in cash and prizes, including a Full-day Raft Trip for two people with Exodus Wilderness Adventures! Entry, $5 for a Day Pass or $25 for a Season Pass.
Complete Event Information
Phone 208-628-3733
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The Salmon River Jet Boat Races
April 15-17, 2011
Music, food and dancing all over town every night – don’t miss the best marathon boat racers from the U.S. and Canada!
- Outdoor BBQ, Race-Boat Show, and Open Mic-Jam Session on Friday.
- Racing on Saturday and Sunday!!
Phone 208-628-3952 - Email the Jet Boat Races
Annual Riggins Rodeo & Parade
May 7 & 8, 2011
- Two full days of rodeo action on Saturday and Sunday.
- Traditional Cowboy Breakfast and Main Street Parade on Sunday.
Complete Event Information
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Sacred Salmon Ceremony
May 2011
- Nez Perce Tribal Elder, Horace Axtell, presides over this spiritual ceremony that welcomes the annual return of Salmon to native waters each Spring.
Phone Information 208-628-3523
Annual Bigwater Blowout
June 4, 2011
- A Dutch Oven Cook-off and sampling, live music, food vendors and a Beer Garden.
- Sit back and watch the Dories, rafts, and kayaks run the legendary big whitewater of the Salmon River or take advantage of of the huge discounted raft trips and experience the rapids for yourself!
Complete Event Information
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Hot Summer Nights Festival
July 22 & 23, 2011
- The Talent Show offers cash prizes for youth and adult performers on Friday.
- The Annual Boardwalk will entertain all ages with family fun and games, water slides, spin art, sno-cones, food booths, live music, a Beer Garden, a house of mirrors and more on Saturday!Phone 208-628-3615
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