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River Rafting & Tubing
PROVIDING TOP QUALITY DRIFT BOAT FLY FISHING AND WHITEWATER RAFTING RIVER EXCURSIONS AROUND THE NORTHWEST SINCE 1925. We operate on the Middle Fork Salmon River and Main Salmon River in idaho along with the Wild & Scenic Rogue River, McKenzie River and Owyhee River in Oregon.Let us take care of your every need as you truly relax and enjoy yourself on one of the Pacific Northwest's premier rivers. From a one-day trip to a six-day excursion, you can fish, raft, hike, and explore on each of the all-inclusive trip we have to offer. Choose between the Middle Fork of the Salmon or the Main Salmon in the world renowned Idaho wilderness or the majestic Rogue River in the Oregon coastal range. Our specially designed driftboats provide comfort and maneuverability to give you the highest quality fly-fishing experience. Each guide is a highly trained boatman and fisherman and can offer professional instruction for all skill levels. Rafting can range from a relaxing first class ride on a lounging raft or the excitement of getting involved in a maneuverable paddle raft. You can also take on the waves yourself and take control of your own inflatable kayak. Meals are exquisitely prepared for you using Dutch oven and barbeque cooking techniques with top grade meats and fresh breads baked daily. As you spend your day fishing, rafting, hiking and sightseeing, we send a crew ahead to prepare camp for your arrival. Spacious tents complete with cots and pads will be waiting for you at the end of the day along with hot showers and family style dinning. This vacation is like none other. With your every need cared for, you will have much more quality time to spend with friends and family. We will customize your trip to fit your interests and provide activities for everyone.Our commitment to quality and service is unsurpassed. As a four generational family owned and operated company we are passionate about what we do. Since 1925 our family has carried on a strong tradition of excellent service and our commitment to safety.We would love for you to come and experience the river with our family. Your experience will be more than just a river trip; it will be a spectacular vacation with memories that will last you a lifetime!
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  • mynameisD
    Portland, OR977 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stopped here to enjoy a little more history while we were traveling through Idaho and Montana there are several historical markers of Lewis and Clark along the way. Some with beautiful mountain peaks and scenery.
    This was a small visitor center but the lady working that day was delightful and full of information. She even allowed are small dog to come inside.
    Very educational.
    There are lovely grounds to walk and one takes you near the river. Statues near by as well.
    large parking lot, restrooms and a small fee for going into the interpretive center
    Written 27 July 2022
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  • Pmans
    Mankato, MN299 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We took 12 days traveling through the Scenic State of Idaho. We stayed at 5 different campsites here, the weather was just perfect in August….
    Written 30 August 2022
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  • Thomas D
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Ignore any negative review about this hot spring as it is an amazing spring that can be just perfect if you go at the right time. Avoid weekends at any timeframe as the crowds will make it difficult to find space to soak. We arrived at 6:30 am and there were already 8 cars at the trail head. If you go on the weekday and during the early am and later on when the sun sets, you will get a majestic soak with unrivaled views. The hike is a little steep at the beginning and the end of the trail but even a timid hiker can tackle the minor challenges. We spent 3 hours soaking in the main pools under the bridge and watched a gorgeous sunset.
    Written 25 September 2023
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  • Terry T
    2 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth a visit. Lots of Native artwork and photos plus local donations of everyday items used from the 1800s, gives you a good look at how Salmon was way back when.
    Written 13 October 2019
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  • Chris H
    Cumbria, UK193 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Came up the Lemhi pass and had this point all to myself on a perfect sunny day. A dip in the nearby springs completed the day.
    Written 17 September 2016
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  • Alison P
    Forest, VA148 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a 36-mile loop out of Tendoy, Idaho. The are 3 segments to the route. First, you'll start at the Tendoy post office on Hwy 28. Travel down Tendoy Ln to state road 28 (aka Lemhi back road). Follow that for about 2.8 miles and turn right onto Warm Springs Road (185). 185 is the 2nd segment. After about 1/2 mile, you'll see the Backcountry Byway Kiosk. For some reason, it was locked when we went but if it's open, there are history/informational panels. After another 1/2 mile, you'll see a road that takes off to the right (NF-185). Keep left to stay on the byway. Less than a mile later, you'll see Sharkey Hot Springs. (We stopped in and enjoyed a soak after we explored the rest of the byway). Enjoy the scenery (and stop to take pictures) for another 3.5 miles and then you'll come to the Flag Unfurling Monument. Another 1.5 miles and you'll see the Pattee Creek Overlook. After another 1/2 mile, you'll enter the Salmon-Challis National Forest. Enjoy this beautiful section of the route. Shortly after you see 184 take off to the left, 185 will have a small loop that takes off to the right. It was closed off while we were there due to being untraversable so we stayed straight and eventually came to the Lemhi Pass area. The CDT (continental divide trail) is there and it's right on the border of Idaho and Montana. Turn left out of the parking lot there and go about 1/2 mile on road 158. At the intersection of 158 and 013 is the Lemhi Pass. If you turn left, you'll enter Montana and there is another road immediately to your left (3909). Turn there and park so you can walk around and take some pictures. You're at 7373 feet above sea level. We walked up a little further to walk along the CDT and take a few pictures. If you leave that parking area and head left , you'll come to the Sacajawea Memorial Picnic Area in Montana. They have a wildflower trail there and the spring that's the start of the Missouri. Head back out to the Idaho side to head down road 013. This is the 3rd segment. This road is steep and narrow. There's some beautiful scenery here and more historical stopping points. You'll see Horseshoe Bend Creek area, the Lewis & Clark trail crossing from Agency Creek, the Agency Creek Campground (very small and primitive). Another 4 miles and Road 013 will dead end onto road 28 (Lemhi back road) . Take a right and go about .2 miles to Tendoy Ln on your left. Turn left and it'll take you back out to the post office where you started. Allow 2-3 hours for the drive and stops. Beautiful drive into an area that includes mountains, forests, and canyons that looks much like it did in 1805.
    Written 23 September 2020
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  • KelseyHelfrich
    Salmon, ID46 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Their stuff is truly amazing with a wide variety of all types of stones and settings. Their turquoise stuff is my personal favorite but they also have so many other beautiful things to choose from. A great place to get a gift for someone else or for yourself.
    Written 4 November 2019
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  • George I
    Asheville, NC26 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    FANTASTIC outfitter! They know exactly what to do for the existing weather conditions, the guests' comfort, and everything else!

    It's the most "luxurious" TRUE outdoors experience I've ever had!

    And if you like to fish, well, you'll be tired of how many hits/landings you'll make. There is no way you won't catch fish!
    Written 1 December 2023
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  • SONJA
    Salmon, ID4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great place to purchase local handmade items! The place to stop when in Salmon. Huckleberry Headquarters - Candy and Fudge. Nice.
    Written 24 June 2015
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  • Lindsay Y
    13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Solitude is an incredibly professional team of raft guides that go above and beyond to make your wilderness adventure comfortable and unforgettable.
    Written 1 December 2023
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