Hells Canyon National Recreation Area — Attraction in Enterprise

We came down for a week with my Aunt and Uncle and had an absolutely marvelous time. Campground was small but not so small that it felt invasive when busy. It was always clean, which seems rare for parks anymore. The bathrooms were heated (a blessing), had shower facilities, and were open 24 hours. Wifi was also available for purchase, which was perfect since I work remotely and didn't have to take time off.

For the most part, everyone was respectful of quiet hours. Just had one person play loud music after 10 and it only lasted 15 minutes. (Maybe someone said something?)

The real highlight of camping here is the wildlife. We listened to the Hoot Owls much of the night. We spotted a Great Horned Owl that was an adolescent. From here you can continue into Hells Canyon all the way to Hells Canyon Dam. We saw Eagles, Deer, Elk, Goats, and lots of other smaller critters.

All in all, this is probably the best park I have stayed at in the State of Idaho when it comes to getting out in the middle of nowhere away from civilization. It was a pleasure to talk with the folks from Idaho Power.

I must also give a shout out to the folks at Idaho Power. During a medical emergency, I hadn't heard back from my Aunt so I started calling all the numbers listed with the Park. One was actually for Idaho Power, and he called me back and was going to try to help us find out if my Spouse and Aunt were ok since we hadn't heard from them (they went back to the park) as I took my Uncle to the ER in Weiser and had been there an hour. My Aunt texted me when I was on the phone so I was able to let him know they were ok. Can't remember his name, but if you're reading this Idaho Power...

Canyon was great, but BE-WARE OF RAFTER'S if you have family and young kids with you. I was up there for 2 days and was mooned twice by two different groups of rafters. Also witnessed a tour boat full of family's with young kids get a full frontal moon at very close distance. The forest service need's to do something about this, no family should have to worry about their children getting exposed to rude...

A must see. Incredible vistas without ANY of the crowds near the Grand Canyon. For a wild day, take the Hat Point Road out of Imnaha up the gravel single lane road all the way to the top hugging the mountain. Couple of boondock campsites are up there, and it’s 25 degrees cooler than the valley. Will take you about 90 minutes to get to top....