The Big Easy eating a paddle
crew at
84,000CFS
Photo by:
Frank Mignery/Frank's Photos
For even more excitement join us between mid May and mid June for
Salmon River big water. Since the Salmon is not dam controlled, it is subject
to a normal spring peak. That means high flows and high excitement. You will
experience the Grand Canyon size whitewater of Ruby and Lake Creek Rapid. These
rapids grow to unbelievable proportions during the river's peak. We also offer
big water raft trips on the Main and Lower Salmon during May and June. These
trips are not for the timid, we ask that you be in good physical shape and
willing to actively participate throughout the trip. One of our high water
participants compared his first run through Ruby and Lake Creek to skydiving
for the first time...what a rush!
During our high water season, we take
extra safety precautions by running a safety raft or cataraft
on each trip. We also require the use of a wetsuit, splashgear
and helmet, which is included in the cost of the trip. Our
guides have more big water experience than any other guides
on the Salmon River! For safety reasons we may impose an age
minimum on high water trips. We reserve the right to cancel
early season trips at any time for any reason. Groups of 4
or less may be charged a safety boat fee of up to $20/person
additional.
For
more information and updates on 2008 conditions give us a
call, or keep in touch by e-mail. You can also call us for
info for this year's Big Water Blowout River Fest happening
the first Saturday in June in the Riggins City Park. Riggins
area outfitters provide a day of low cost trips, river awareness,
and a heck of a party!
Big water in Ruby and Lake Creek rapids
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