Motels in Lewiston

At the confluence of the Snake and Clearwater rivers sits America's most inland seaport, where ocean-going vessels somehow reach this unlikely harbor. Jet boat tours blast through Hells Canyon's dramatic gorges, offering thrills that rival the history lessons. The Lewis-Clark Valley's winemaking tradition surprises first-time visitors with tasting rooms that lack pretension but not quality. Hell's Gate State Park provides riverside trails where wildlife spotting requires minimal patience. The working-class roots show in the unpretentious downtown, where logging heritage meets college-town energy thanks to Lewis-Clark State College. For a perfect afternoon, grab a sandwich from a local deli and watch massive grain barges navigate the river that once carried only canoes.