Salmon, Idaho

Salmon is a city located in Lemhi County, Idaho. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 3,122. The city is the county seat of Lemhi County{{GR|6}}. Located in the Lemhi River valley, Salmon is home to the Sacajawea Interpretive Culture and Education Center, which focuses on Lemhi Shoshone culture, as well as the interaction between Sacajawea and other Shoshone and Lewis and Clark.

Geography

Salmon is located at 45°10'41" North, 113°54'10" West (45.178110, -113.902660){{GR|1}}.

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.6 km² (1.8 mi²). 4.5 km² (1.7 mi²) of it is land and 0.1 km² (0.1 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 2.81% water.

Related Topics:
United States Census Bureau - Km² - Mi²

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The Salmon River passes through Salmon; white water rafters and other people interested in outdoor recreation have brought additional economic activity to Salmon.

Related Topics:
Salmon River - White water rafters

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