About Kirkwood Ranch
The [Kirkwood Historic Ranch ](http://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/wallowa-whitman/?cid=STELPRDB5274204)is an area rich in river history from early Native American occupation to pioneer ranching life. This very popular site is accessible by boat via the Snake River, or by hiking the [Snake River National Recreation Trail ](http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/wallowa-whitman/recreation/recarea/?recid=51661)which begins at Pittsburg Landing, approximately 6 miles down river. The historic ranch offers a taste of canyon life in the 1930s with the original ranch house, bunk houses and other out-buildings. As in the past, the cool green lawn and nearby stream offer summer time visitors a welcome rest. Visitors are welcome to stop at the museum (Temporarily Closed) and learn about ranching life in the canyon. Displays in the log bunkhouse also contain prehistoric artifacts and interpret early Native…
- Managed by: Wallowa Whitman National Forest, FS
- Where: 13 mi northwest of Riggins, ID · 45.56779, -116.49778
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Weather by month
Typical daily highs and lows (°F), 1991–2020 NOAA normals. Best months: May–Jun & Sep (comfortable days, mild nights, little rain). Nights below freezing: Nov–Mar.
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No signal at camp
From the carriers' FCC coverage maps, which tend to be generous.The Milky Way casts shadows and the sky is crowded with stars.
Class 1 of 9, from NASA/NOAA night-light data.Stargazing nearby: Ponderosa State Park Star Party (Astronomy festival), 49 mi.
Camps nearby
- Russel Bar Campsite 0.8 mi
- Half Moon Bar Campsite 0.9 mi
- Cat Gulch Campsite 2 mi
- Big Bar Campsite 3 mi
- Caribou Creek Campsite 3.7 mi
- Snake River Trailhead 4.1 mi