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Bruneau Canyon Overlook

In the backcountry, about 26 mi from Glenns Ferry

Facts

Welcome to the Grand Canyon of Southwest Idaho! This canyon was shaped by an astounding combination of volcanism, glacial melt and regional drainage patterns.

Type
Viewpoint
Nearest town
Glenns Ferry · 26 mi from the town center
Run by
Bureau of Land Management
Official page
blm.gov
Location
42.68806, -115.67389 · Open map
Source
Recreation Information Database · checked October 2, 2026

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