
Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Riggins, Idaho
3869 Big Salmon River Rd, Riggins, ID 83549
WIND RIVER RANCH | Historic McMeekin Ranch. 97.75 private acres completely surrounded by approximately 206,000 acres of Idaho's Gospel-Hump Wilderness. This rare wilderness inholding offers over one mile of Wind River frontage and encompasses the confluence of Meadow Creek, creating direct private access into two remote drainages for exceptional hunting and recreation. Mostly level to gently sloping land follows the river through meadows, timber and park-like settings-a remarkable contrast to the steep, rugged wilderness surrounding it. Tucked away from the trail with no public access through the property and no easements in place, the ranch offers exceptional privacy, wildlife habitat and solitude. Original 1903 log cabin remains in use. Access is 3 miles by Forest Service-maintained trail from the Main Salmon River, approximately 22 miles from Riggins. A truly rare private foothold within one of Idaho's great wilderness landscapes. Watch the video to immerse yourself in the Wind River Ranch experience.
Location
- Street address
- 3869 Big Salmon River Rd
- County
- Idaho County
- Zip code
- 83549
- Elevation
- 3,081 feet
Directions
This is a private ranch. Head 3+ miles into the Gospel Hump Wilderness on Trail #312, known as the Moores Trail, historically the Meadow Creek Trail. To get there, go E on the Big Salmon Road 22 miles from Riggins to the Wind River Pack Bridge. Cross the bridge and travel by foot or horseback 3 miles along FS-maintained trail 312, a 1,200-foot elevation gain from the river to the ranch. Zip line across Wind River to the main ranch, cross on a foot bridge or by horseback. Can also access by helicopter. Call agent for more information. Listing agent must accompany all showings.
Property details
- Acreage
- 97.75 acres
- MLS #
- IMLS 98978722
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2019
- $3,366
Parcels
- RP25N04E237660A
Legal description
T25N R4E SEC 23 97.75 AC SEC 26 TAX # 1, TAX # 2 (H E S 725, 444)
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Farm
- Franchise
- Century 21 Real Estate
Lot
- Waterfront
- Creek, Waterfront
- Features
- Manual Sprinkler System, Off Grid, Over 40 Acres, Pasture, Surveyed, Wooded
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- Parking
- Carport
Structure
- Stories
- 2
- Heating
- Wood
- Materials
- Log
Interior
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Oven/Range Freestanding
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2026 | New listing | $975,000 | — | IMLS |
















































