BLM and River Management Society make it easy to plan your next Idaho river trip
BOISE, Idaho–The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and River Management Society (RMS) are collaborating to make it easier to plan your next Idaho river trip by visiting the online National Rivers Project (NRP). This first-stop river trip planning website now features nearly 50 Idaho river trips and recently added 19 segments managed by BLM Idaho.
Visitors can search the NRP website to find which Idaho rivers are Wild & Scenic; learn the difficulty rating from beginner, intermediate or expert; and which rivers offer camping, fishing, boat ramps and even whitewater experiences. Idaho rivers provide many recreation opportunities, such as world-class fly fishing on the South Fork Snake River or steelhead fishing on the Clearwater River. Visitors also enjoy multi-day whitewater rafting on the Lower Salmon River or the Payette River.
“Water is a huge draw for many of us, whether it’s to cool down on a hot day, teach your children to fish, or experience the thrill of rapid-running adventure,” says BLM Idaho Recreation Specialist Shannon Bassista. “This website features valuable information helping visitors plan and prepare for river-related activities and encourages stewardship of our public lands.”
On the website, look up camping locations, river access and permit requirements, along with convenient links for more information.
“RMS has worked closely with our BLM Idaho partner to ensure the information on the website is accurate, so boaters and anglers can begin their trip planning with confidence,” notes NRP Coordinator James Major.
BLM Idaho manages 312 miles along 16 congressionally designated Wild & Scenic Rivers, which is second only to Oregon in the number of Wild & Scenic Rivers. Watch videos on river etiquette or “Ask a River Ranger” to be good stewards of your American public lands and waterways.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.