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Whitewater Capital Whitewater Capital, Canyon Beauty, Western Hospitality Year Established: 1891 Population: ~510 Elevation: 1,581-1,821′ Average Temp: Summer 83F Winter 24F Riggins is the Whitewater Capital! Gateway to excursions on the Salmon “River of No Return,” the longest free-flowing river in the lower 48 states. You won’t want to miss the roller coaster whitewater rapids and… Read more »

Best of Two Rivers Idaho’s Wild River Frontier Year Established: 1891 Population: ~93 Elevation: ~1,581′ Average Temp: Summer 80F Winter 23F White Bird’s historic and wild frontier includes Hells Canyon National Recreation Area on the Snake River, North America’s deepest river gorge. Only 17 miles from town, rafting, fishing, and boating are at our backdoor. Discover White Bird Find… Read more »

Whitewater Adventure Whitewater Capital, Canyon Beauty, Western Hospitality Year Established: 1891 Population: ~510 Elevation: 1,581′ – 1,821′ Average Temp: Summer 83F Winter 24F The communities of White Bird and Riggins lie deep within river canyon walls. Life in these communities centers around the rivers and the abundant recreational opportunities that surround them. Discover the Salmon… Read more »

Play in our Mammoth Backyard Year Established: 1897 Population: ~3,141 Elevation: 3,399′ Average Tempature: Summer 67F Winter 31F Originally founded in the 1860s as a commercial center to supply the mining camps at Florence and Buffalo Hump, today Grangeville is the hub of the agriculturally rich Camas Prairie. It sits adjacent to the Nez Perce… Read more »

Home to the World’s Biggest Beagle World’s Biggest Beagle, St. Gertrudes Chapel, Cottonwood Butte Year Established: 1962 Population: ~900 Elevation: ~3,497′ Average Temperature: Summer 68F Winter 30F The world’s biggest beagle marks your arrival in Cottonwood. Stop by Dog Bark Park and say “hello” to chainsaw artists Dennis and Frances, known for their whimsical wooden… Read more »

Welcome to the Prairie History, culture, railroads Year Established: 1920 Population: ~501 Elevation: ~3,740′ Average Temperature: Summer 63F Winter 29F Craigmont is a rural community with an agricultural/tourist-based economy located along Hwy 95, nestled among the gentle rolling hills of the Camas Prairie. Discover Craigmont Find and discover local adventures and activities. Start Your Adventure… Read more »

Explore the Craig Mountains Year Established: 1900 Population: ~340 Elevation: ~3,980′ Average Temperature: Summer 63F Winter 22F Winchester is a quiet vacation destination located on the western edge of the Camas Prairie, surrounded by ponderosa pines. Enjoy a day on the lake or relax in the surrounding mountains. Discover Winchester Find and discover local adventures… Read more »

Welcome to Camas Prarie Grangeville, Cottonwood, Winchester, Craigmont, Elk City Year Established: 1880 Population: ~ 5,379 Elevation: 3,399′ – 4,006′ Average Temp: Summer 83F Winter 24F Welcome to the Prairie! Homesteaders found the fertile land on the Camas Prairie ideal for growing grains, hay and livestock – agricultural activities predominant today. Visit in May or… Read more »

Home of the Nez Perce Tribe Year Established: 1863 Population: ~1,134 Elevation: ~955′ Average Temp: Summer 85F Winter 39F The Lapwai Valley is historically connected to the Nez Perce people, who have utilized the area for as long as can be remembered. The name Lapwai actually comes from the Nez Perce word “Thlap-Thlap” which refers… Read more »

Gateway to Hells Canyon Meeting of Two Rivers, Nez Perce History, Idaho’s First Capital, Wine Region Year Established: 1861 Population: About 47,000 Elevation: 740′ – 1,970′ Average Temp: Summer 89F Winter 42F At the confluence of the Clearwater and Snake rivers, Lewiston is the lowest point in Idaho at only 738 feet above sea level…. Read more »