SALMON RIVER RAFTING
FIVE/SIX NIGHT TRIP
We are delighted to share the Main Salmon River with you also known as the “River of No Return,” located within the state of Idaho. As you float through the continent’s second deepest gorge, you’ll find the river lined with clean sandy beaches and hills covered with majestic pine trees. You’ll find plenty of whitewater on the Salmon River as you float 90 miles from the put–in at Corn Creek to the take-out at Carey Creek.
This trip meets in Boise, Idaho the first day where you will be flown to Salmon, Idaho where you will spend the first night of your trip.
Trip Itinerary:
Day One:
Arrive in Boise, Idaho by no later than 1 pm that day. Your flight with Gem Air leaves from Boise at 4 pm You will arrive in Salmon and be shuttled to the Stagecoach for your first night stay.
IN SALMON:
- Lodging at Stage Coach Inn included (double occupancy 2 people per room. Single room extra fee)
- Orientation meeting at 8:00 PM by the river
- Dinner on your own. Multiple places within walking distance. Continental breakfast available.
Day 2-6– On the River
- 8:00 AM Shuttle from Stage Coach to River, 2 hours. 1 stop at North Fork so you can pick up drinks.
- Run legendary rapids, explore, relax.
- Enjoy fresh meals, fascinating history and nights camping under the stars
Day 7 – Scenic Exit
- Early morning breakfast. Enjoy 2 hours on the river.
- 10 AM arrive at takeout and shuttle back to Boise
This drive takes approximately 5 hours. You will make occasional stops along the way to Boise. You should arrive in Boise between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. The bus will drop you off at the Boise Airport. Please do not schedule any flight arrangements out of Boise before 6:00 p.m. this day! In 2026 there will be construction on the roads back to Boise. You may consider staying in Boise that night so you don’t miss your flights.
Typical Day
- Wake up to coffee call, breakfast, and camp breakdown
- Stop for lunch around 12 -1 each day
- Arrive at camp around 4-5 PM; help with “fire line” to unload gear (optional with physical limitations)
- Evening camp setup demo (cots, tents, bathroom system) on the first night
- Freshly prepared dinner under the canyon sky
Rafting & Camping with Tour West
Whether you have been rafting and camping for years or this is your first experience, Tour West makes it easy. All you need to do is bring your personal items in a soft-sided duffle bag and we will provide the rest.
We supply:
- Flight from Boise to Salmon
- Motel accommodations the first night of your trip at the Stagecoach Inn (double occupancy)
- Transportation from the Stagecoach to the river
- Boats, Life Jackets, camping gear (cot, sleeping bag, pad, tent, waterproof bags)
- Meals – from lunch Day 2 to breakfast Day 7
- Beverages – unlimited water & Gatorade all day. Coffee, tea & hot chocolate in the morning.
- Transportation from Carey Creek to the Boise International Airport
- All Forest Service Fees & $4.00 recreation enhancement act fee
Salmon River Rafting Five/Six Night Trip
2026 Pricing and Dates
Date listed is Stage Coach Inn Night:
Trip Dates
June 3, 10, 17, 24
July 2
Date listed is Stage Coach Inn Night:
Trip Dates
June 3, 10, 17, 24
July 2, 10, 18, 26
August 3, 11, 19, 27
September 4
2027 Pricing and Dates
To Be Announced
SALMON RIVER RATINGS
CLASS IV: Long, continuous rapids with precise maneuvering required.