Mountain River Outfitters

Hello, let me introduce ourselves, my name is Jess Baugh and my wife Brenda and I own and operate Mountain River Outfitters, LLC.  I started guiding whitewater rafting and fishing trips in Idaho 17 years ago, I have always enjoyed sharing the love I have for the River, it's history, the exciting whitewater and creating lifelong friendships with my guests. I guided river trips for a number of outfitters in Idaho before starting my own company, having experience of the different styles and equipment used in the outfitting industry I believe we have created the best system for ensuring the best possible river trip experience for our clients. We are using the best and latest  rafting equipment from the boats to the life jackets, our guides are experienced, knowlegable and fun. We understand it's the little details that make for the perfect river vacation and we are committed to providing this to each trip no matter what the group size. Idaho whitewater rafting has a unique appeal with it's diversity of scenery, serenity, wilderness feel, wildlife and pristine river quality, we will try to bring all to life on your rafting adventure.  We are not a large corporation based in some city miles from the river, my wife and I decided many years ago to raise our kids on the river in Riggins, Idaho. The small town in the mountains of  North Central Idaho is an un-crowded and unspoiled community of a little more than 400, known as Idaho's whitewater capital the rafting and fishing keep the area alive with activity. Operating so close to the rivers we love ensures our ability to create the quality experience you deserve. We look forward to creating a personal relationship with you and your family on your next outdoor vacation.

Jess Baugh/owner

Guides:

These are just a few of our guides. We only employ experienced, safe,  fun-loving and personable guides and staff.  It's hard to choose when all companies advertise the same quality. I guarantee if you choose us for your adventure vacation you will know immediately that you have made the right choice.

Ryan  Aronson:  Guide

Ryan has been rafting rivers all over the west with his family before becoming a guide for the past 10 years.  A teacher in the off-season.

Mike Hicks:  Guide

Guiding experience includes over 15 years from Idaho, Chile and Alaska.  Mike also guides Steelhead trips in the Fall and Winter in drift boats

Heather Alkire:  Guide

Heather has a great attitude and love for the outdoors. A favorite with the kids, Heather seems to always make everyone around have more fun. 

Rusty Peterson:  Guide

Rusty has been rafting and fishing on Idaho's river's for 15 years, a fishing guide thru the winter months in Riggins.

Jeff Smith:   Guide

Jeff is an avid outdoorsman and spends most of his time on the river or as a ski instructor for snowbird in Utah.

Abigal Hart:    Guide

An accomplished 10 year guide with international experience. Abi is also going to nursing school in the off season.

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.