Idaho whitewater - Salmon River, Bitterroot Range, Lemhi County Lemhi county, North Fork to Middle Fork section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III     39 miles   The North Fork to Middle Fork stretch of Salmon River is 39 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III section of whitewater. The nature scenery of Idaho and the cool fresh water beats anything. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Idaho are often more challenging than in other states, so keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your     car. The Bitterroot Range scenery is wonderful. Now this is a pretty long section, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you won't find a large number of other spots. The North Fork to Middle Fork section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. Briefly about the general area: A river like this is too good to miss. Summertime highs at Salmon River usually tend to be in the 80's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. For the period of the winter the highs are mostly in the 20's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Salmon River. And if that's   not enough there's plenty more enjoyable stuff to do in the Bitterroot Range. Don't leave Salmon River without first going for a hike along the Copper Mountain Trail; Pine Creek Rapids is a good local attraction. Around Salmon River you don’t get a lot of rainfall; most of the rain falls through June, and the driest month of the year is February. There's nice hiking along the Sheepeater Trail, and if you fancy a little side trip, try Cohen Gulch. Salmon River, North Fork to Middle Fork road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III Length: 39 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.40166 Longitude: -113.99862 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.29388 Longitude: -114.59973 Paddler input for Salmon River, Idaho: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Salmon River, Bitterroot Range, Idaho Local climate location: COBALT 18 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Hamilton Inn, Hamilton 45 miles away This Hamilton hotel is located in the best rural area in the Rocky Mountain region according to a vote by both the Today Show and Good Morning America. With a central downtown location, the Best Weste... Townhouse Inn of Hamilton, Hamilton 45 miles away The Townhouse Inn is nestled between two mountain ranges in the Bitterroot Valley. This valley offers uncommonly beautiful scenery and diverse recreational opportunities for everyone and every season.... Super 8 Motel - Hamilton, Hamilton 45 miles away The Super 8 Hamilton, Montana is a Pride of Super 8 Award Winner. The property features 40 Smoke Free rooms, Super Start Breakfast, Free Wireless Hi Speed Internet, Hair Dryers, Guest Laundry, Truck ...   Bitterroot Range Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Bitterroot Range. Bitterroot Range Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Bitterroot Range. All Idaho Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Idaho. Books about whitewater paddling on Salmon River, Idaho List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Salmon River, Idaho. Find a whitewater outfitter in Idaho Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Missoula, Montana Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Missoula, Montana, the metro area neareast to Salmon River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Salmon River.   Whitewater Near Salmon River: Panther Creek, -blank- County , 6 miles away, Class III-V - 8 miles long (Trapper Flat to Birch Creek) Panther Creek, -blank- County , 6 miles away, Class III-V - 8 miles long (Trapper Flat to Birch Creek) Panther Creek, Lemhi County , 7 miles away, Class III - 4 miles long (Clear Creek to Main Salmon confluence) Salmon River, Custer/ Lemhi County , 27 miles away, Class II - 70 miles long (East Fork of Salmon to Town of North Fork)   Ski Areas Near Salmon River: Lost Trail, Montana , 29 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Marshall Mountain, Montana , 81 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Sun Valley, Idaho , 81 miles away, 3400 vertical feet Montana Snowbowl, Montana , 84 miles away, 2600 vertical feet Discovery Ski, Montana , 85 miles away, 1670 vertical feet Soldier Mountain Ski Resort, Idaho , 96 miles away, 2030 vertical feet Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 129 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Blacktail Mountain, Montana , 130 miles away, 1440 vertical feet Tamarack, Idaho , 131 miles away, 2800 vertical feet Lookout Pass, Idaho , 141 miles away, 1150 vertical feet   Hotels Near Salmon River: Best Western Hamilton Inn, Hamilton , 45 miles away Townhouse Inn of Hamilton, Hamilton , 45 miles away Super 8 Motel - Hamilton, Hamilton , 45 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Salmon River: Alta Campground, Ravalli County, 13 miles away Horse Creek Hot Springs Campground, Lemhi County, 13 miles away Ebenezer Bar Campground, Lemhi County, 15 miles away   Trails Near Salmon River: Copper Mountain Trail, Lemhi County , 1 miles away Sheepeater Trail, Lemhi County , 2 miles away Hot Springs Trail, Lemhi County , 4 miles away Pretty Gulch Trail, Lemhi County , 6 miles away Birch Creek Trail, Lemhi County , 6 miles away