The United States Congress designated the Hells Canyon Wilderness in 1975 and it now has a total of 217,927 acres. Idaho contains approximately 83,811 acres. It is primarily managed by the U.S. Forest Service with approximately 940 acres managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Hells Canyon Wilderness is a subse
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
This site is free — no fee is charged, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- Source Official / Recreation.gov ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.blm.gov ↗
- Contact 541-523-1256 · BLM_OR_BK_Mail@blm.gov
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Hells Canyon Wilderness — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Hells Canyon Wilderness?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Hess Road, Reservoir Bench Trail, Hells Canyon Reservoir Trail. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Nearby sites
Oxbow/Brownlee
CheckThis Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
Box Creek Wilderness Study Area
CheckThis Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
