Main Salmon River Rafting on… (trip)

Main Salmon River Rafting on the River of No Return

  • Salmon, Idaho, United States
  • Boats, Barges & Small Ship Cruises
“The guides were the best part of the trip. They are knowledgeable in all areas: environmental, political, psychology, children, music,… ”
Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness
,  Salmon
,  Idaho
,  Boise
,  Main Salmon River
,  Corn Creek
,  Carey Creek
,  Barth Hot Springs, Idaho, United States

from $1,588* per person6 DaysJune-September
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 5
Operator: O.A.R.S. 24 people max
Featuring miles upon miles of protected wilderness where little has changed since first appearing on the U.S. map, the Main Salmon River in Idaho offers a rich river experience including free-flowing Class III scenic Idaho whitewater that’s great for any age and experience level. This Idaho rafting adventure includes big sandy beaches perfect for camping and playing, beautiful mountain scenery, abundant wildlife and a natural hot spring. On the Main Salmon River, we run the full gamut of O.A.R.S.’ river vessels so you can experience them all! Riding in an oar boat one day and a wooden dory the next, then challenging the whitewater hands-on in a paddle raft or inflatable kayak, ensures a diverse and exciting Idaho river adventure for each member of your party. Dubbed the “River of No Return” by early prospectors, the Salmon River is a river you’ll want to return to raft, again and again.

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Locations visited/nearby

Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness , Salmon , Idaho , Boise , Main Salmon River , Corn Creek , Carey Creek , Barth Hot Springs, Idaho, United States

1 testimonial about this trip

  1. Reviewer: K. Mayeda - Vranek located in Studio City, CA USA
    The guides were the best part of the trip. They are knowledgeable in all areas: environmental, political, psychology, children, music, cooking. I enjoyed sitting in each boat learning something new and their take on the river. I loved that all these guides truly loved who they worked for and what they did for a living. It was inspirational! I also enjoyed the beautiful scenery, excellent company and most of all I enjoyed the bonds we stregthened as a family.

1 testimonial about the provider, O.A.R.S.:

  • Reviewer: J. Turner and A. Runyon located in Toronto, ONT Canada
    We loved our trip with Oars to Peru and now we only want to do more active vacations. We did like our comfy hotels at the end of the day and the great food but really enjoyed the outdoor aspects. Great Job!

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Special information

  • You need to form your own private group for this trip. It will be scheduled for a date you arrange with the provider. The itinerary here is just a sample.
  • May accommodate certain types of disabilities. Contact the operator for more information.
  • Family oriented trip.
  • Offers some solo-only/singles departures.

Itinerary

    Scenic flight from McCall to Salmon, Idaho where we transfer to our put-in at Corn Creek
    After a thorough safety talk and paddle raft/inflatable kayak lesson we’re off on our adventure
    Run exciting Class III Salmon River rapids like Killum and Gunbarrel
    Soak in the mesmerizing Salmon River canyon – the second deepest gorge in North America
    Experience the 2.3-million-acre Frank Church “River of No Return” Wilderness
    Challenge splashy, exhilarating rapids like Salmon Falls, Big Mallard and Growler
    Explore Buckskin Bill’s homestead and search for lost treasure at Jim Moore’s place
    Soak in Barth Hot Springs, hike to Rabbit Point, fish for trout, swim in the warm waters or bask in the sun on a sandy beach
    Meet a family of otters, big horn sheep, moose or a black bear standing sentinel on shore
    Scenic shuttle to McCall where a lovely resort town awaits us

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