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Mountain River Outfitters, LLc. is an equal opportunity recreation service provider and employer under authorization from the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Mountain River Outfitters, LLc. is licensed and bonded outfitter in the State of Idaho and Oregon under special use permits by the U.S.F.S and the B.L.M. Some activities are operated licensed outfitters.

 

 

 

Idaho Whitewater Rafting

main salmon river canyons white water rafting trips Oregon If white water rafting in Idaho is on your list of vacation adventures let Mountain River Outfitters provide you and your family and friends a deluxe Idaho whitewater rafting vacation. Our river rafting trips offer families, first-time and experienced whitewater rafting enthusiasts a variety of adventure opportunities. We invite you to join us on the Salmon River the "River of No Return" and Hells Canyon on the Snake River for fun, adventure and good times. Enjoy the hot summer days whitewater rafting and camping on some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere.  We have family white water vacations designed aroundfamily rafting trips in idaho whitewater fun activities for kids at camp and safety on the river, ensuring a great time for everyone.

More than just a whitewater rafting trip with wildlife, breathtaking scenery, hiking, hot springs, beach games, swimming, sun bathing or just relaxing in the shade reading a book. We can make your adventure exciting and fun but still have time to relax. Safety is a high priority, and you will feel secure on a Mountain River Outfitters Idaho rafting vacation. Our guides will also educate and entertain you with information about river running and give you a great appreciation for the area and it's history.

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Overlooking the start to Hells Canyon rafting vacationHells Canyon on the Snake River is a 3 to 5 day adventure that can be just as exciting at all times of the year, Hells Canyon is dam controlled to keep the water flows consistent even in the late August months when other great rafting rivers are drying up, with big drops and big water year around, Hells Canyon whitewater rafting will never disappoint.  Hells Canyon also offers great Sturgeon, Bass and Trout fishing that will excite the novice or the most experienced anglers.  There are many great rafting and fishing destinations in Idaho but none more consistent and diverse as Hells Canyon whitewater river trips.

Mountain River Outfitters is an Idaho rafting company, owned and operated on the banks of the Salmon River in Riggins Idaho. We are committed to providing the highest quality, safety and attention to detail to ensure our guests the best experience possible from the first contact to the final farewell after your Idaho whitewater adventure.  Nothing has been overlooked in guaranteeing you the best rafting vacation ever. Your guides are professionals with extensive experience of  Idaho river rafting and swift water rescue techniques, they are knowledgeable in the history, geology, plants and wildlife of these wilderness canyons. When your guides aren't paddling, retelling history or setting up your comfortable campsite, they're in the riverside kitchen cooking up some of the best meals you'll ever experience.

Half Day Full Day2-Day Salmon  Lower Salmon   Hells Canyon


34" steelhead fishing salmon river raft tripFishing Adventures

If you want to catch Steelhead, King Salmon or Small Mouth Bass let us take you on one of our drift boats for a fun filled day with one of our professional guides.  Steelhead fishing is our specialty during the Fall, Winter and Spring, these ocean run rainbow trout range from 25'' to 40" and will reach 20 Lbs.  Our trips are customized for novice and experienced fishermen.  We can customize any of our trips to meet your needs.  Fly fishing and casting lessons are available during the summer months, and walk and wade trout fishing on some spring creeks and tributaries along the Salmon and Snake Rivers.

Fishing seasons:   Steelhead - September thru March,  Chinook Salmon - May thru June, Small Mouth Bass - April thru Septemberhells canyon fishing trips snake river steelhead

Steelhead fishing on the Salmon River offers great wildlife viewing while fishing for these big ocean run fish you will see grazing Elk and Deer in the spectacular setting of the canyon.  Call anytime for more information or follow the link below for more details.

Summer Small Mouth Bass

We have great Small Mouth Bass fishing  and this year should be no exception. We are already booking for this summer.  These fighters will be a great addition to your summer plans, we offer both a full day with lunch or a 1/2 day and even 2-day float and overnight camping trips. 

Steelhead  Bass Fishing  Chinook Salmon


Horseback and Raft Combinations

Mountain River Outfitters and White Bird Summit Lodge have teamed up to bring you a complete outdoor vacation. Bring the whole family for an all inclusive 1 to 7 days of whitewater rafting and horseback trail riding into the wilderness for as little as 2 hours or a 3 day pack trip.

If you love nature come experience the wild rivers of Idaho and the breathtaking wildlife and scenery of our wilderness area's on our "Saddle and Paddle Trips". Enjoy horseback riding, whitewater rafting, fishing, hiking, camping, Dutch oven cooking and lodging  for a complete outdoor adventure.  This trip has many different options and we will make sure we find the right amount of whitewater, horseback trail riding, hiking, and camping that is right for your summer vacation.

Example: 2 day white water raft trip and 1/2 day trail ride on horseback with all food and lodging included...only $449.00

Saddle & Paddle


What to Expect?

Typical Day on the River with M.R.O.

A typical day on the river begins at first light. The guides prepare coffee, tea, hot chocolate. The early riser can have a quick bite and go for a short hike or catch some trout or bass as the sun warms the river canyon. At approximately 8:00 A.M. we serve a full course breakfast. Typical breakfasts include Dutch oven potatoes or muffins, omelets, bacon, eggs to order, French toast, blueberry pancakes with huckleberry syrup and more. After breakfast the guides break camp and prepare the boats for a day of adventure on the river.

Midmorning we begin our day of  whitewater river rafting. While running Idaho white water either on the Main Salmon River or Hells Canyon you will have three types of boats from which to choose. Guests can ride aboard an oar boat where the guide navigates you safely down river. A paddle boat where you and a few other guests and a guide power the raft through the many rapids yourselves, the guide will have a smaller frame and oars at the back of this raft to control and navigate you safely. Or for the strong hearted, an inflatable kayak, the ultimate in whitewater rafting excitement. At anytime during your trip you can decide which craft fits your mood.

During the day we stop at many points of interest. We explore ancient Indian pictographs and campsites, learn of the original explorers and mountain men and what brought them there. There are also many beautiful side canyons to explore. For the fishermen, Hells Canyon offers an abundance of fishing, at camp the guides will set the sturgeon rod while you fish for rainbow trout and small mouth bass. When the sturgeon rod goes off get ready for the fight of your life as these monsters can be up to 10 feet long weighing over 350Lbs. our average being around 7 feet. 

The guides serve lunch around midday on the banks of the river. Lunch favorites include deli sandwiches, taco salads, wraps, fresh fruit, homemade salads,  homemade cookies and breads, lots of ice cold drinks and water. After a leisurely break it's on to more exciting whitewater rafting in Idaho's wilderness.

You reach your night's camp late afternoon. A guide has already transported all the kitchen equipment, camping gear and guests' duffels to camp on a supply raft. When you arrive, your tent is set up with sleeping pads ready. You can immediately get comfortable by changing into dry clothes, take a cat nap, read a book from our library, or whatever you feel like. If you still have some energy you can take a short hike, team-up for a game of volleyball, boccee, washers, horseshoes, or just relax. Hors d'oeuvres such as shrimp cocktail with cheese and crackers, smoked salmon wraps and stuffed mushrooms are served early evening.

Each evening a refreshment table is set up with plenty of ice for your beverages. We serve your full course dinner about an hour after hors d'oeuvres. The dinner menu is what you would expect at your favorite restaurant, we have many different main courses to choose from and will try to put the best combinations together for each group. Also, each evening for dessert our guides carefully prepare a delicious Dutch oven pastry.

After dinner, time is spent relaxing around the camp fire reliving the experience of the day with old and new friends. You may take in a short hike, a evening swim (Salmon River), or fight another sturgeon before bed where you can dream of the next day's excitement and adventure. At Mountain River Outfitters, we want our service and attention to detail to make this your best vacation ever!
 

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Mountain River Outfitters  ~   Riggins, Idaho

For Reservations Call:  1-888-547-4837   ~   e-mail  info@mtnriveroutfitters.com

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If you would like more information on the area we have added links to the local chambers of commerce.

Riggins Idaho Chamber    McCall chamber of commerce

We are located on Hwy 95, 35 miles north of McCall and 3 hours from Boise. If your planning a trip to Tamarack resort or Brundage Mountain we can arrange lodging and shuttle packages with different motels in the McCall area.

Mountain River Outfitters is a member of the Idaho Outfitter and Guide Association IOGA and the North Central Travel Association NCITA

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Jess & Brenda Baugh/Owners

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