Welcome to the Grand Canyon of Southwest Idaho! This canyon was shaped by an
astounding combination of volcanism, glacial melt and regional drainage
patterns. The Bruneau Overlook is the only readily accessible spot to view
this spectacular canyon carved through basalt and rhyolite by the Bruneau
River. The opposite rim is 1,300 feet away and the distance from rim to
riverbed is 800 feet. From this spot near the northern end of the 60-mile
canyon, view the wild and scenic Bruneau River tumbling out of the Bruneau-
Jarbidge Rivers Wilderness.

Welcome to the Grand Canyon of Southwest Idaho! This canyon was shaped by an astounding combination of volcanism, glacial melt and regional drainage patterns. The Bruneau Overlook is the only readily accessible spot to view this spectacular canyon carved through basalt and rhyolite by the Bruneau River. The opposite rim is 1,300 feet away and the distance from rim to riverbed is 800 feet. From this spot near the northern end of the 60-mile canyon, view the wild and scenic Bruneau River tumbling out of the Bruneau-Jarbidge Rivers Wilderness.

Bird's eye view of the park

Bruneau Canyon Overlook

Hidden within a vast high desert plateau are deep canyons carved by the
Owyhee, Bruneau and Jarbidge Rivers in a remote area of southwestern Idaho.
Nearly 40 miles of Bruneau River's 50-mile total length are designated as
wild. Volcanic caves, canyons and spire-like hoo-doos tower hundreds of feet
above whitewater rafters in this unique environment of unsurpassed solitude
and unique beauty. In early spring, this area brightens up with beautiful
desert flowers contrasted sharply against the dark volcanic rock. The
sagebrush plateaus of the Owyhee Uplands provides habitat for over 200 species
of wildlife. Soaring eagles and hawks can often be seen flying over the
skylines and nesting along the cliff faces here. The ancestors of the
Shoshone-Paiute and Shoshone-Bannock people have used these canyonlands for
thousands of years for shelter, weaponry, fish and game and water. From placid
pools to turbulent whitewater; from vertical cliffs to steep grassy slopes,
this area presents visitors with challenging and extraordinary experiences.
While this is a common take out for boaters on the Bruneau Wild and Scenic
River, no facilities exist at this site.

Hidden within a vast high desert plateau are deep canyons carved by the Owyhee, Bruneau and Jarbidge Rivers in a remote area of southwestern Idaho. Nearly 40 miles of Bruneau River's 50-mile total length are designated as wild. Volcanic caves, canyons and spire-like hoo-doos tower hundreds of feet above whitewater rafters in this unique environment of unsurpassed solitude and unique beauty. In early spring, this area brightens up with beautiful desert flowers contrasted sharply against the dark volcanic rock. The sagebrush plateaus of the Owyhee Uplands provides habitat for over 200 species of wildlife. Soaring eagles and hawks can often be seen flying over the skylines and nesting along the cliff faces here.  The ancestors of the Shoshone-Paiute and Shoshone-Bannock people have used these canyonlands for thousands of years for shelter, weaponry, fish and game and water. From placid pools to turbulent whitewater; from vertical cliffs to steep grassy slopes, this area presents visitors with challenging and extraordinary experiences. While this is a common take out for boaters on the Bruneau Wild and Scenic River, no facilities exist at this site.

Bruneau River Take-Out

## Overview

Sheep Creek flows through an extremely narrow, winding canyon with sheer
vertical walls. High water flows are in the spring and provide for whitewater
for the most experienced boaters. Access to Sheep Creek is difficult because
of its remoteness and primitive roads.

<h2>Overview</h2>

<p>Sheep Creek flows through an extremely narrow, winding canyon with sheer vertical walls. High water flows are in the spring and provide for whitewater for the most experienced boaters. Access to Sheep Creek is difficult because of its remoteness and primitive roads.</p>

Sheep Creek Wild and Scenic River

Enveloped by sheer and terraced canyon walls, the creek is surrounded by
riparian vegetation. Redband trout are found in the creek and bighorn sheep
inhabit the canyon. A few trails that access this area. This is not a boatable
section of river.

Enveloped by sheer and terraced canyon walls, the creek is surrounded by riparian vegetation.  Redband trout are found in the creek and bighorn sheep inhabit the canyon.  A few trails that access this area. This is not a boatable section of river.

Big Jacks Creek Wild and Scenic River

Wickahoney Creek has dense riparian vegetation and tight meanders. Redband
trout are found in the creek and mule deer are common in the area. Sensitive
species here also include bald eagles, yellow-billed cuckoos, prairie falcons,
ferruginous hawks, neotropical migratory bird species, bats, Columbia spotted
frogs and western toads. The cliffs also support spotted and Townsend's big-
eared bats. Access to the area is difficult. This is not a boatable section of
river. Wickahoney is a Shoshone Indian name meaning "beaver."

Wickahoney Creek has dense riparian vegetation and tight meanders.  Redband trout are found in the creek and mule deer are common in the area.  Sensitive species here also include bald eagles, yellow-billed cuckoos, prairie falcons, ferruginous hawks, neotropical migratory bird species, bats, Columbia spotted frogs and western toads. The cliffs also support spotted and Townsend's big-eared bats. Access to the area is difficult. This is not a boatable section of river. Wickahoney is a Shoshone Indian name meaning "beaver."

Bruneau Canyon Overlook

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Bruneau River Take-Out

Sheep Creek Wild and Scenic River

Big Jacks Creek Wild and Scenic River

Wickahoney Creek Wild and Scenic River