Hells Canyon — Snake River National Recreation Trail

A punishing trail along America's deepest canyon — the Snake River gorge on the Oregon-Idaho border.

Route overview

Region
Oregon, United States
Distance
31 miles
Elevation gain
8,500 feet
Difficulty
Challenging
Recommended duration
4 days
Route type
Point-to-Point

No permit requirement is currently listed; confirm current rules before departure.

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