Riggins, ID

united states

Riggins sits in a steep canyon along the Salmon River in central Idaho, serving as the gateway to the largest wilderness area in the lower 48. Highway 95 provides the only access through the dramatic canyon, with drives from Boise taking 3.5 hours and scenic routes from McCall in 90 minutes. The town calls itself the "Whitewater Capital of Idaho," where jet boat tours navigate 180 roadless miles of the Salmon River.