Lower Salmon River
4-Day Rafting Trip
Highlights & Details
- Large, white-sand beaches
- Great camping
- Lots of activities
- Warm water & swimming
- Big, splashy rapids & lots of sunshine
- Class III
- Season (Mid July - September)
Trip Pricing
Adults: $1,429.00
Youth: $1,379.00 (12 and Under)
Minimum Age: 7+ years & 50+ lbs
Price Includes: All camping gear (tents, sleeping bags and pads), meals from lunch on first day through lunch on the last day, splash jackets and pants (for cooler days on the river), vehicle shuttle and jet boat shuttle out plus complimentary t-shirt and Nalgene-style water bottle, no additional taxes or hidden fees.
Idaho River Rafting: A Family Favorite
Embark on an unforgettable 4-day Lower Salmon River trip, starting at the Hammer Creek Recreation Site near White Bird, Idaho. Covering 50 miles of river, this journey winds through the stunning Columbia River basalts and ancient Seven Devils formations, offering dramatic vistas and thrilling rapids every day. Along the way, enjoy short stops to view ancient pictographs, explore remnants of early mining camps, and visit historic Native American sites. Each evening, relax at camps set on giant white-sand beaches, perfect for swimming, bocce, volleyball, and other family-friendly campsite activities.
On the fourth day, the Lower Salmon River rafting adventure concludes at its confluence with the Snake River in Hell’s Canyon. Here, a chartered jet boat will pick up all guests and one of your trusted guides for an exhilarating ride downstream to Clarkston, WA, where your vehicle will be waiting at the Holiday Inn. With plenty of sunshine, warm water, and comfortable camping, this trip is the ultimate family-friendly rafting getaway.
What's it like?
Each morning begins with fresh coffee at 6:30 am, followed by a hearty breakfast at 8:00 am. Packing starts at 9:00 am, with the group typically on the river by 10:00 am. Every day brings new adventures, from short hikes to scenic views and historic sites. Guests can switch between rafts, relax in an oar raft, paddle with a group, or tackle the river solo in an inflatable kayak. Learn more about the Lower Salmon River rafting tours and Types of Rafts available.
Lower Salmon River 4-Day Trip Planning
Meeting Details
When: 9:00 am (Pacific Time) Our meeting location in White Bird, ID is located just within the Mountain Time Zone but all of our trips run on Pacific Time.
Where: Hammer Creek Recreation Site and Boat Ramp near White Bird, ID. Although most trips launch from Hammer Creek, some low water years warrant us launching from nearby Pine Bar Recreation Site. If this is the case we will let you know.
PLEASE DO NOT BE LATE. Being late affects the entire group and the first day’s itinerary and may require us to skip popular stops or activities. Orientation and packing takes about an hour. If we have not heard from you the trip will depart when ready. If you are lost or will be late please let us know by calling us at 541-385-5947.
Drive Time to Hammer Creek:
Grangeville, ID – 30 minutes
Lewiston, ID – 1 hour, 45 minutes
Seattle, WA – 7 hours, 15 minutes
Portland, OR – 7 hours, 45 minutes
Missoula, MT – 3 hours, 30 minutes
Boise, ID – 4 hours
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“The guides were awesome. Somehow they were totally crazy and fun but also extremely professional. They had the perfect balance of letting people expand their boundaries and keeping us all safe. I have many awesome stories of this!” - Kali S. (Salmon River)