If you're into adventure travel, you already know Idaho's legendary Middle Fork of the Salmon River. You've been teased by photos in adventure travel and fishing magazines. You've seen it in those "world's top ten river rafting trips" lists (see articles page). 100 miles of crystal clear water, winding through the largest wilderness in the lower U.S. Don't let another summer flow by&come see why Idaho's Middle Fork Salmon River is not only in the world's Top Ten, but is one of America's two most popular whitewater river rafting vacations.

   It's not just the whitewater rafting thrills, world-famous trout fishing, wildlife, and scenic grandeur that have drawn dignitaries, celebrities and journalists from all over the world. Idaho whitewater rafting trips down the Middle Fork of the Salmon River with Adventure Sun Valley also offer gourmet touches and pampering (see the Camping and Dining pages), as well as memorable Idaho wilderness adventure vacations for groups or families to experience together. Throughout the 5-6 day river trip, we'll wind through pristine forest and canyons, often spotting wildlife such as bighorn sheep, otters, bear, deer, eagles, and many more. Your guides will stop to allow for intriguing visits to native-American pictographs, hot springs and waterfalls, as well as early miners' and homesteaders' sites. There'll be time for photographing wildlife ad geological wonders, fishing, swimming, or just kicking back with a favorite book, friend, or hobby.

   Our licensed and professional guides are at your disposal and, if asked, will cheerfully lead informative nature hikes, share fascinating tales of Middle Fork history and geology, set up a game of horseshoes in camp, or emcee a "talent" show! River rafting vacations with so much to offer have our guests returning time and again. Click here to read a day by day "rafter's journal/trip diary," or keep scrolling to read articles with detailed descriptions of Middle Fork Salmon River float trips.