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Salmon River, Idaho They are bounded by the Snake River on the west and the Salmon and Little Salmon rivers on the east. The range ranks high among Idaho’s mountain chains in terms of ruggedness and scenic quality. Hiking and climbing opportunities are above average. While the best known trails are located within the Wilderness boundaries, many excellent trails are located in the southern Seven Devils, west of Council. The area has hunting and fishing opportunities galore. © Adeliepenguin Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Riggins P.O. Box 832 Riggins, ID 83549 (208) 628-3916 Weippe Discovery Center The Weippe Discovery Center focuses on telling the story of the Lewis and Clark Expedition’s meeting the Nez Perce Indians on the Weippe Prairie. Considered one of the most important in the Corps of Discovery saga, this story is best told in the place where it happened. In addition to the interpretative center, the public library and technology center are housed here, along with a community meeting hall, college outreach center and small business enhancement center. A series of painted murals depicting expedition events across the Bitterroot Mountains, along with a life-size map showing the now famous trail and campsites, are displayed around the center. Weippe Discovery Center 204 Wood St. Weippe, ID 83553 (208) 435-4058 White Bird Battlefield THE • TIMBER GINN BAR GRILL • LOD ING You'll Love Our Log Inn! • Comfortable Rooms & Atmosphere • Rustic Decor Log Inn • Voted Best Burgers in the Northwest! 2 South Main Street, Pierce, ID 83546 • 208-464-2736 www.timberinnidaho.com NORTHWEST FISHING EXPEDITIONS Orofino, Idaho STEELHEAD • SALMON • STURGEON • SMALLMOUTH BASS DRIFTBOAT & JET BOAT TRIPS SNAKE RIVER • COLUMBIA & GRANDE RONDE RIVERS 208-880-2994 68 FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.northwestfishingexp.com Whitebird Battlefield is located 15 minutes south of Grangeville, Idaho on U.S. Highway 95. The first battle of the Nez Perce War was fought here June 17, 1877. While attempting to resolve their problems peacefully, volunteer’s fired two shots that ende H\