In addition to the river camps, there are historic cabins and homesteads, as well as many prehistoric sites such as rock art, pithouses, and possible battle sites. Snake River Premits and Reservations Reservations are required to launch float trips from locations along the river between Hells Canyon Dam and Pittsburg Landing from the Friday preceding Memorial Day through September 10. Self issue permits are required for all float trips launching from Pittsburg Landing and downstream. Self issue permits are required for powerboaters in all river sections. Self issue permits are available at Cache Creek, Lower Salmon River, Pittsburg Landing, Dug Bar, and Hells Canyon Dam.
Permit requirements are being enforced, be sure to have the appropriate permit.
The water level of the Snake River Fluctuates Daily. Caution is advised when securing your boat overnight. A suggestion is to turn the nose of your boat facing the river and anchor away from shore as far as possible. Campfires are prohibited in Snake River Corridor. Firepans are required year-round.