7 The Evel Knievel Launch Site

This ramp is left to commemorate Evel Knievel’s failed attempt to jump across the Snake River Gorge in 1974, as shown in these news clips: (117) Evel Knievel - Evel Truth, Snake River Canyon - YouTube

(117) Evel Knievel's Jump at Snake River | Pure Evel: American Legend - YouTube

Now the ramp is a curiosity, and a reminder of men who tried the dangerous and glorious feats of thrill-seeking. Failed or not, the attempt deserves respect because it could have ended like the Challenger launch. Knievel was lucky to survive it.

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