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 beautiful scenery of Idaho and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. The average Idaho whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder to run than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. The North Fork to Middle Fork stretch of Salmon River in Lemhi County is 39 miles long and is a class III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one,     but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The campgrounds here at Salmon River are pretty good. There are some good sections to paddle in this river system, the North Fork to Middle Fork section is one of them. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you won't find a large number of other rivers. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come. The river winds through the Bitterroot Range and you get great scenery. A section like this is is of course not run in a single day, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. Briefly about the general area: A river like this is too good to miss. Salmon River is pretty dried out generally; the wettest month of the year is usually June, that's the one that rains the   most, and February meanwhile is the driest month. Having a good time in the Bitterroot Range is painless. If you desire a little side visit, try Cohen Gulch; going for a hike along the Copper Mountain Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this neighborhood. A short spree to Pine Creek Rapids is always worthwhile, and if the weather is good, you can go for a hike along the Sheepeater Trail. During the warm months, highs typically are in the 80's at Salmon River while overnight lows are ordinarily in the 40's. Through the winter highs are in the 20's, and night lows in the 0's for Salmon River. 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 Wes... 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