Middle Fork Salmon River

Idaho Trips vs. Other Vacations

The Middle Fork Salmon River trip is operated by ROW Adventures, our partner in the Idaho region. Since 1979, ROW has poured "our heart and soul into creating adventure travel experiences that enrich lives and exceed guest expectations. The result is a loyal following of ROW adventurers who trust us with their vacation dreams time and time again."

On top of the exceptional service, river rafting and food, the 6 Day Middle Fork trip offers:

  • An itinerary designed to visit as many points of interest as possible.
  • Knowledgeable guides share the canyon’s natural & cultural history.
  • Cargo boat travels ahead & sets up camp, including your tent
  • Your choice of oar rafts, paddle rafts & inflatable kayaks
  • Smaller oar-rafts to maximize the excitement of the rapids
  • Complimentary wetsuits & wetsuit booties provided early-season
  • Trip ends in Salmon to maximize time on river on last day
  • Trip includes farewell dinner in Salmon
  • Specialty Trips include: Fishing Expeditions, Family Magic

A Typical Day on the River

We launch our boats into the Salmon River nearly 6,000 feet above sea level and immediately enter an enchanted forest of fir and spruce. The river is steep, shallow and narrow and we careen through boulder-choked rapids. With each passing mile, side creeks tumble into the Middle Fork's clear sparkling water and deepen the flow around our boats. The whitewater rapids are frequent and challenging on the Middle Fork. Guides speak their names with reverence - Velvet Falls, Ram's Horn, the Chutes, Pistol Creek, Devil's Tooth and House Rock to name a few.

You will travel between 10 and 15 miles the first day and arrive at camp around 4:00pm. Enjoy the free time for hiking, fishing, reading or just relaxing. Hors d’oeuvres are served around 6:00 and dinner around 7:30. After dinner, a campfire is lit and the warmth invites all to share stories of the day, and life. From camp the silhouette of canyon walls against the wine-dark sky will captivate you as you reflect, celebrate and further connect with newfound friends on your wonderful trip.

We awake around 7:00am and enjoy fresh-brewed coffee. Breakfast is served and you pack up your personal gear. The rafts are loaded and we depart from camp around 9:30 for an adventure-packed day of rapids, magnificent scenery and fun.

We've had the greatest vacation of all time! Your guides were awesome - knowledgeable, courteous, funny, helpful. The organization was great. Our son said we simply have to come back for another Idaho vacation.

Naperville, Illinois