Hells Canyon Raft, Inc

Offering 3-6 day, all-inclusive whitewater rafting trips on the Snake River, through Hells Canyon, Idaho, the deepest gorge in North America, and 1-4 day trips on the mighty Salmon River. Filled with rich history and gourmet foods, we will show you a holiday of a lifetime.

Since 1982 we have outfitted river trips solely in Idaho. From our home and office on the canyon rim we are pleased to tailor a trip to your interests. We challenge the myth that adventure travel has to be dangerous and uncomfortable. Instead, we create an ultra comfortable river trip in one of the most beautiful settings in the world.

Our most popular trips in Hells Canyon are either 3 or 5 days. This trip begins in Cambridge, Idaho, which is 70 miles southeast of the launch site below Hells Canyon Dam. Once we leave the launch site there are only two points where a road meets the river and we can take out. The first is Pittsburg landing which is 32 miles downstream. All three-day trips take out here, as well as 4-day trips during July, August, and September. The second take out point is at Hellar Bar, which is 83 miles from the launch. All 5 and 6- day trips plus 4 day trips during May and June take out here. During May and June the river flow is higher and faster which allows us to do the entire 83 miles in 4 days.

On the Salmon River choose from a 1 - 4 day trip. One and two day trips are great for getting you feet wet. These trips begin and end in Riggins, Idaho, and include a full day of rafting transportation, and a fabulous riverside deli lunch. A 4-day trip takes you through The Canyon of the Salmon river and travels 56 river miles. Available late June through September.

All 2- 6 day trips include Bed and Breakfast accommodations the night before. Full course meals are served from breakfast the first day to lunch the last day. Professional river equipment including rafts and their accessories; coast guard approved life jackets; specially designed children’s life jackets; waterproof boxes for cameras, waterproof bags for personal gear; tents and ground cloths for sleeping under the stars (there are no mosquitoes here); thick foam self inflating sleeping pads; comfortable camp chairs; dining tables; and our river library is available when you are in camp.

All Launch Dates can be any length of trip. The trip length is decided by the first group to sign up. Reserve early for the best selection. Some launch dates may be full.

Hell Canyon Launch Dates

May 1-23, 29

June 6, 14, 22, 30

July 8, 16, 24

August 1, 9, 17, 25

September 2, 10 11-30

Call for Salmon River launch dates

We invite you to join us on the river. We promise a spectacular river, expert guides, gourmet meals, excellent equipment, and first-class service.