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The incredible Snake River. Misunderstood Name Origin: The name likely comes from a Shoshone hand gesture for "fish," which early European explorers misinterpreted as a snake sign.
Deepest Gorge in North America: The river flows through Hells Canyon, which is deeper than the Grand Canyon.
Salmon Habitat: It serves as the largest freshwater salmon habitat in the Lower 48.
Lewis and Clark Trail: The expedition navigated the river in 1805.
Oregon Trail Route: Early 19th-century pioneers followed the river on their journey west.
Deepest Gorge in North America: The river flows through Hells Canyon, which is deeper than the Grand Canyon.
Salmon Habitat: It serves as the largest freshwater salmon habitat in the Lower 48.
Lewis and Clark Trail: The expedition navigated the river in 1805.
Oregon Trail Route: Early 19th-century pioneers followed the river on their journey west.