IDAHO RAFTING & KAYAKING
Idaho ' s Scenic Rafting Destinations
River rafting in Idaho is by large one of the most popular means of exploring some of the state ' s more remote and scenic destinations . Known as a recreationalists paradise , Idaho has gained a reputation for its off-the-beaten-path , adrenalinepacked adventures that lead to a treasure trove of idyllic landscapes . Journeying amid the wildly untamed river waters of Idaho can lead to destinations that behold dramatic natural wonders along with variegated terrain , diverse ecosystems , and landscapes that make up the foundation for all things Idaho . Imagine what it would be like to experience the beauty of steep barren rocky cliffsides , seas of pineforested slopes , narrow steep-walled canyons , commanding rhyolite monoliths , scattered pinnacle formations , and backwoods wildlife in their natural habitat .
Access to some of Idaho ’ s most remote and thrilling whitewater can lead to experiencing the extraordinary interchange between humanity and the natural world amid the sheer isolation and beauty that may be found in Idaho ' s most extreme wilderness . Escaping the modern world to some of Idaho ’ s most remarkable destinations , immense rivers , and monumentous white water rapids is one way to create memories that last a lifetime . Scenic Idaho Whitewater Rafting &
Kayaking Destinations are plentiful though taking to the Middle Fork of the Salmon River or the Bruneau River - Jarbidge River canyons can prove to make for life-lasting memories .
Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Area - Middle Fork of the Salmon River Idaho ’ s Middle Fork of the Salmon River is world-renowned for spellbinding whitewater rafting opportunities that attract white water enthusiasts from across the globe . The magnetic frothy whitewater within the majestic setting of clear waters , white sandy beaches , sensational dense forested land , sheer monolithic cliffsides , combined with utter solitariness . Known for ultimate class 5 raft regurgitating rapids the 104 mile stretch of the Middle Fork Salmon River waters are surrounded by sensational scenery of sheer granite canyon walls and dense forestry .
Bruneau River - Jarbidge River Enjoying a rafting or kayaking trip along the Bruneau River - Jarbidge River presents impressive canyonlands that take hold of the churning river waters showcasing the true beauty of Southwestern Idaho ’ s most beloved hidden treasures . The Bruneau - Jarbidge Wilderness area boasts an arid grandeur amid the desolate desert landscapes . The aweinspiring canyons are delightfully graced with dense greenery and
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