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The 5 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Lewiston, Idaho (ID)
A city steeped in history, Lewiston traces its beginnings to the Lewis and Clark Expedition. In 1805, the famed explorer team came to the confluence of the Clearwater and Snake rivers, now the site of twin cities Lewiston, Idaho, and Clarkston, Washington. Pick any weekend of the year for your stay: Lewiston has a uniquely dry, temperate climate, ideal for year-round recreational activities. Whitewater rafting, kayaking, swimming, fishing, tubing, canoeing and jet boating opportunities are plentiful - and that's only the water sports. Landlubbers can golf, camp, hike, jog and bicycle. For the truly adventurous, a trip to Hells Canyon, the deepest canyon in North America, is a must. Those who venture into the gorge, via raft or jet boat, will discover 2,500-year-old Native American carvings on the canyon walls. Try your hand at indoor risk with a visit to the Clearwater River Casino. Whether braving the rapids or browsing through pioneer artifacts in the city's museums, you're sure to get a taste of the indomitable spirit of the early American settlers.
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1. Snake River Adventures
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5.0 based on 475 reviews
Experiencing a full day jet boat tour with Snake River Adventures will have you planning your return trip for the following year. All of our jet boat trips feature the canyon's prehistory, history, geology, flora and fauna in addition to its beauty and exciting whitewater. Come and visit North America's deepest gorge and a place of unsurpassed beauty which is Hells Canyon. From the Snake River you will view a cathedral of God's own creation, with lofty walls and spires reaching heights of 9,393 feet, surpassing even the Grand Canyon! If a full day tour isn't what your are looking for we also offer a half day tour that takes you to the Nez Perce Crossing and does included a lunch. This tour run from 10-4pm. We offer other tours such as fishing charters, group charters, "Wine on the Snake" and much much more.
2. Twisted Vine Wine Tours, LLC
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5.0 based on 35 reviews
Taste the amazing wines of the Lewis Clark AVA, tour the wineries in the area, and learn about the fascinating native culture and local history.
3. Nez Perce County Historical Society & Museum
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Learn about the rich history of the Nez Perce Native American tribe, remembered especially for having saved the Lewis and Clark Expedition team from starvation following their harrowing journey through the Bitterroot Mountains. Native American and pioneer artifacts are on display.
Reviewed By lawritzm - Boise, United States
This small museum is packed with interesting exhibits and information. The staff was friendly and helpful. Has kid-friendly activities and too long so they won't get bored.
4. Hells Gate State Park
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4.5 based on 136 reviews
Hells Gate lies on river bottom left over from the great ice age floods about 15,000 years ago. At the south end of the park are basaltic columns from the Pomona flows 14 million years ago. Hells Gate State Park was once the site of a Nez Perce Village. Little is left of the village, but depressions south of the campground are the remnants of pit houses used for years by the Nez Perce as they fished for lamprey near Asotin Creek.
Reviewed By 916lucreciaf - Salem, United States
spacious, clean sites with full hookups. restrooms clean. right on the river with large shade trees. Bike trail goes into Lewiston and on other side of river.
