Middle Fork - Main Salmon River Rafting Combo
Overview
Of all the rivers that flow through Idaho, perhaps the most
spectacular is the Wild & Scenic Salmon River, the longest
un-dammed river system in the continental U.S. O.A.R.S.’
Middle Fork-Main Salmon River rafting combo offers the best of the best
– a
journey down the two most beloved segments of one of our
nation’s most epic rivers. Guests will be treated to views of
beautiful scenery, rugged mountains, fragrant pine forests and
wide-open meadows teeming with abundant wildlife.
Considered the premier alpine river trip in North America, the
Middle Fork Salmon River boasts non-stop, Class III-IV whitewater
cascading
through the Sawtooth Mountains, natural hot springs, and excellent
fishing. The Main Salmon River which flows through Frank Church River
of No
Return Wilderness offers a rich river experience with free-flowing
Class III whitewater and big sandy beaches that are perfect for camping
and playing - great for any age and experience level.
Middle Fork of the Salmon and Main Salmon River rafting, an American classic…
Itinerary at a Glance
- Board a scenic flight to the put-in, where boats, crew and river await for the beginning of our Middle Fork - Main Salmon River Rafting adventure
- Enjoy fantastic alpine scenery, deep green forests, dramatic mountains, and crystal clear creeks that flow out of the woods and into the river
- Soak in a steaming natural hot spring after braving Velvet Falls and Ramshorn rapids
- Watch the scenery change from high mountains to gently rolling hills as the forests give way to miles of open grassland dotted with cool glades of pine
- Run huge rapids like Powerhouse and Pistol Creek, maybe in an inflatable kayak or paddle boat
- After another soak in a hot spring, explore caves decorated with Sheepeater Indian pictographs
- Hike to the magnificent Veil Falls, and view it plummeting into a natural amphitheatre
- Challenge some of the most high-intensity and continuous whitewater of the trip through Impassable Canyon; paddle through Redside, Rubber and Hancock rapids before reaching the confluence of the Main Salmon River
- Enter the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness and embark on the second portion of the journey on the Main Salmon through a heavily forested canyon with towering pines and early season blankets of vibrant wildflowers.
- Experience rapids like Salmon Falls, Big Mallard and Growler, historical sites such as Buckskin Bill’s homestead and prospector Jim Moore’s place (maybe find the fortune he buried in the hillside!), and the much anticipated Barth Hot Springs.
- Enjoy a challenging climb to Rabbit Point and enjoy the beautiful view
- Our Middle Fork - Main Salmon River Rafting adventure concludes with a shuttle to the town of McCall. Spend the night, or even a few days, here to enjoy its beautiful natural setting on the shores of Payette Lake and authentic small-town Idaho charm
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