Family Owned and Operated

Since 1976

Idaho River Rafting With Hughes River Expeditions

Hughes River Expeditions has been outfitting world-class river rafting and fly fishing vacations on rivers in the West since 1976. You will find us on some of the West’s most spectacular whitewater rivers: Idaho’s famous Middle Fork of the Salmon, Main Salmon–River of No Return and Salmon River Canyons, as well as the amazing Selway River.

The “Hughes Crew” is what distinguishes Hughes River Expeditions from other outfits. They have exceptional river skills and years of experience. Each is an expert outdoor cook, and their diverse backgrounds and personalities make our multi-generational family rafting vacations memorable and fun for everyone. River Rafting with Hughes River Expeditions offers a casual style, reflecting the best of Western warmth and hospitality. And, always – safety first when rafting with Hughes River Expeditions.

Call us today to schedule your river trip!

406-540-4450

Main Salmon River

Middle Fork Salmon

Selway River

Salmon River Canyons

The Hughes Experience

Join Hughes River Expeditions on a Salmon River trip in Central & North Idaho. We provide wonderful vacations, spectacular rivers, expert professional guides, delicious meals, excellent equipment, and first-class service.

We are committed to ecologically sound camping practices, and our appreciation for this backcountry is matched by the care we show for it. Founded by Jerry Hughes, we have been running river trips in the West since 1976.

We outfit and guide the best whitewater rafting trips available!

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Jazz/Folk Fusion on the Main Salmon River

May 24, 2023 | By Colin Hughes

View this email in your browser SPECIALTY TRIP SPOTLIGHT Jazz Trip on the Main Salmon River: The Frank Church Sessions There is Still Space on our very exciting Jazz/Western Folk Fusion Band Trip for our August 27-September 1 Main Salmon River. *Click on picture of the band above to check ...

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Guest Experiences

C & J Nichols, Manhattan Beach, CA (2005)
The boys worked so very hard to make our river experience a truly memorable one!!…I didn’t feel we were able to give them a proper good-bye! This being my only regret of a near-perfect trip; you have a great group working for you and we can’t wait to join you again soon.
R. Quinly (2019)
Our guides were all exceptional! …treated Tom and me like family members. They celebrated Tom’s birthday with pancakes in the morning and a Dutch oven cake with candles for dessert that evening. Thank you for an amazing family vacation.
Moodey, Anaheim, CA (2021)
Thank you for making our Salmon River trip so memorable. Your company is the best there is.
Holgate, Boise, ID (2021)
Thank you for the incredible experience you provided Stoltz on the river. We were impressed with your impeccable service, capable (and FUN) guides, beautiful meals, and spectacular camps. We are still reminiscing….. Stoltz is forever grateful for the amazing trip and hope to do more with Hughes in the coming years!!
C. & R. Gore, Wilsonville, OR (2021)
Thank both you and your crew for the Great Trip we just experienced on the Middle Fork.
Johnson, Pacific Palisades, CA (2021)
Hi all! The trip was great! Thank you!
M. Penton, Leviadia, CA (2021)
Up in the air with an incredible view,
Then down to the river for an adventure that’s new…
Proud evergreens, polished stones, bald eagle sightings;
Emerald moving water with rapids so exciting!
……..
We’re so happy to be part of this adventure! It’s true
that it’s because of the work of the great guides and you!
Gannett, Salt Lake City, UT (2021)
Once again had a great trip…. Be safe and we’ll schedule another trip soon.
DeZarn, Eugene, OR (2021)
What a fantastic trip! Hughes river guides killed it for us all! Thanks for a ton of fun!
Kaelson, Dallas, TX (2021)
Thanks for an incredible trip your staff was amazing.