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Idaho whitewater, Salmon River
Idaho Lemhi
county,
Riggins to White Bird section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS III-IV 36 miles
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The starting point is not too far from Lewiston, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The nature scenery of Idaho and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the Riggins to White Bird stretch is just |
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one of many. 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. This stretch of Salmon River in Idaho/ Lemhi
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are lots of good places for that around here. Whitewater paddling here in the Clearwater Mountains is a great experience. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby.
Briefly about the general area:
Why not take a refreshing hike along the Broken Leg Trail; a good location to visit nearby is Little Slate Creek Saddle. So much fun stuff to do here in the Clearwater Mountains, too good to be true. Salmon River is right
by the Lava Butte Trail. Summer brings highs in the 80's to Salmon River, and all through the night it cools down to the 40's. Highs throughout the wintertime are typically in the 30's with temperatures at Salmon River dipping down into the 20's during winter nights.
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Salmon River, Riggins to White Bird road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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Map
Detailed Map
Stats
Stats for this river stretch
Weather
Local weather forecast
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| These outdoors activities are available near Salmon River. |
| | Whitewater Near Salmon River:
Slate Creek, Idaho County, 2 miles away
Class II-V - 23.7 miles long (Headwaters to Salmon River) |
Salmon River, Idaho/ Lemhi County, 15 miles away
Class III-IV - 28 miles long (Vinegar Creek to Riggins) |
Salmon River, Idaho/ Lemhi County, 15 miles away
Class III-IV - 36 miles long (Riggins to White Bird) |
Hard Creek, Idaho County, 18 miles away
Class IV-V - 2 miles long (Point upstream to Hazard Creek confluence) |
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| | Ski Areas Near Salmon River:
Brundage Mountain, Idaho
, 21 miles away, 1800 foot drop, 5 lifts, 46 runs |
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Tamarack, Idaho
, 37 miles away, 2800 foot drop, 8 lifts, 42 runs |
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Bogus Basin, Idaho
, 81 miles away, 1800 foot drop, 7 lifts, 52 runs |
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Silver Mountain, Idaho
, 100 miles away, 2200 foot drop, 7 lifts, 73 runs |
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| | Hotels Near Salmon River:
Salmon Rapids Lodge, Riggins
, 15 miles away |
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Shore Lodge, McCall
, 26 miles away |
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Americas Best Value Inn And Suites McCall, McCall
, 26 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites MCCALL, McCall
, 26 miles away |
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Best Western Plus McCall Lodge & Suites, McCall
, 26 miles away |
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| | Trails Near Salmon River:
Broken Leg Trail, Idaho
, 3 miles away |
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Lava Butte Trail, Idaho
, 6 miles away |
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Crestline Trail, Valley
, 19 miles away |
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| | Public Lands Near Salmon River:
Ponderosa State Park, Idaho
, 24 miles away |
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Payette National Forest, Idaho
, 33 miles away |
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Nez Perce National Forest, Idaho
, 36 miles away |
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US Whitewater > Idaho > Salmon River
Lower Twin Lake, Idaho
, 11 miles away
