Idaho whitewater - Salmon River, Wallowa Mountains, Idaho County Idaho county, White Bird to Snake River confluence section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV     50 miles   The nature scenery of Idaho County and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This stretch of Salmon River in Idaho County is 50 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-IV section of whitewater. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way in this general area you won't find many other paddling places. This is the only paddling section along Salmon River. A stretch     this long is of course too much for a one day trip, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more demanding, so better not forget that many runs in this state are not easy. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The beauty of the Wallowa Mountains is a great plus for this river. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Briefly about the general area: During the warm days of summer highs here at Salmon River reach the 80's, and the overnight is a little cooler of course, commonly in the 40's. Daytime highs all through the wintertime are in the 30's, and night lows throughout the wintertime for Salmon   River tend to be in the 20's. Salmon River is mostly a rather dry place; most of the rain falls during May, and July is the month with the least moisture. Chamberlain Gulch is a nice spot to pop by close to Salmon River. Salmon River, White Bird to Snake River confluence road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-IV Length: 50 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.75361 Longitude: -116.32972 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.85861 Longitude: -116.78806 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, Wallowa Mountains, Idaho Local climate location: MOSCOW-UNIV OF IDAHO 30 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Salmon Rapids Lodge, Riggins 25 miles away Overlooking the famous Salmon River, the Little Salmon River, and their majestic canyons, Best Western Salmon Rapids Lodge welcomes you with comfortable lodge-style furnishings, outstanding amenities,... SUPER 8 MOTEL - GRANGEVILLE, Grangeville 30 miles away The Super 8 of Grangeville is the winner of numerous awards given by Super 8, including the 2004 Curb Appeal Award, The Golden Pineapple Hospitality Award, and the Pride of Super 8 designation for qua... Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino 39 miles away Stay at this Orofino, Idaho hotel featuring oversized guest room and deluxe suites with fireplaces and spas. The Best Western Lodge at River's Edge is located directly on the picturesque Clearwater ...   Wallowa Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Wallowa Mountains. Wallowa Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Wallowa Mountains. 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 Lewiston, Idaho-Washington Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Lewiston, Idaho-Washington, 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: Imnaha River, Wallowa County , 14 miles away, Class III-IV - -blank- miles long (to Snake Lake) Snake River, Wallowa County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV - 32 miles long (Hells Canyon Dam to Pittsburg Landing) Snake River, Wallowa County , 19 miles away, Class II-IV - 71.5 miles long (Hells Canyon Dam to Washington Border) Slate Creek, Idaho County , 28 miles away, Class II-V - 23.7 miles long (Headwaters to Salmon River) Snake River, Nez Perce County , 29 miles away, Class II - 47 miles long (Salmon River to Lewiston) Little Salmon River, Idaho/ Adams County , 30 miles away, Class II-V - 20 miles long (Hazard Creek to Salmon River at Riggins)   Ski Areas Near Salmon River: Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 48 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Tamarack, Idaho , 62 miles away, 2800 vertical feet Silver Mountain, Idaho , 87 miles away, 2200 vertical feet Bluewood, Washington , 90 miles away, 1125 vertical feet Lookout Pass, Idaho , 99 miles away, 1150 vertical feet   Hotels Near Salmon River: Best Western Salmon Rapids Lodge, Riggins , 25 miles away SUPER 8 MOTEL - GRANGEVILLE, Grangeville , 30 miles away Best Western Lodge At River's Edge, Orofino , 39 miles away Super 8 Lewiston, Lewiston , 39 miles away Holiday Inn Express LEWISTON, Lewiston , 42 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Salmon River: Skookumchuck Campground, Idaho County, 18 miles away Angel's Nook RV Park, White Bird, 18 miles away Talmaks Campground, Lewis County, 18 miles away