GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Snake River
The Snake rises in the Yellowstone region, crosses the Snake River Plain in Idaho and cuts through Hells Canyon before joining the Columbia in Washington. It is part of the Columbia’s Pacific drainage system.
Fast Facts
- The Snake River Plain records extensive volcanic activity.
- Hells Canyon is deeply incised along the Idaho–Oregon region.
- The confluence with the Columbia lies near the Tri-Cities, Washington.
Connected lessons
- Snake RiverMap, explanation and practice
Geographical connections
- Columbia RiverRelated places
- Columbia PlateauRelated places
- Columbia RiverTributary of