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Owyhee Canyonlands Trip – May 17-21, 2016

March 13, 2016 by Hughes River Expeditions

Owyhee Canyonlands

Oregon Whitewater Rafting

It is a rare occurrence to be above 100% snow-pack in the Owyhee Canyonlands watershed. Currently at 115% of normal we are sure to have the opportunity to run this gorgeous, exciting and remote canyon! To put that into perspective this drainage can run dry for up to a decade at a time! So join the Hughes Crew in bringing back the Owyhee Canyonlands in 2016 and doing a rain dance for the seasons to come!

Available 2016 Trips

We are currently filling spots on our May 17-21, 2016 4 day Oregon rafting trip. Contact us today or book online to reserve your spot!

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Happy Holidays from HRE

December 19, 2015 by Hughes River Expeditions

Happy Holidays from the Hughes Crew

As the seasons change and the ground cover turns from leaves to snow, we begin to think about yet another summer on the water with our friends and family.  It is difficult to be caught in thought of a beautiful snowy day without the image of that snow melting and boats unrolling at a put-in for a wilderness river coming to mind.

Salmon-River-Canyons-sitting-on-boat

With consistent and bountiful storms here in the Northwest and Central Idaho we are looking forward to a great summer with plentiful flows.  The Hughes Family and Crew would love to take this chance to invite you and yours out for a premiere, all-inclusive, backcountry river trip vacation.  Wonderful camps, exciting rapids, hiking, fishing, and fabulous meals with family and friends make this sure to be the vacation for you in 2016.

Check-Out the Brand New HRE Website

We have a brand new website!  Follow the links below to the specific trip of your desires or to the general website.

Did you know you can now book your next vacation on the Hughes River Expeditions website?

You can even use Gift Cards for a trip under the tree!  Check out the site and give us a call at the HRE Office at 1-800-262-1882.

Hughes River’s Salmon River Canyons Video

by UrLife Media

Come along for a preview of a Salmon River Canyons rafting trip. Production by Jack Giarraputo – UrLife Media.

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Summer 2015 Idaho Rafting Update

June 1, 2015 by Hughes River Expeditions

rafting the middle fork

There’s Still Time to Book 2015

The 2015 river season is just around the corner and there is still time for you to book your next family vacation. Hughes River Expeditions is very excited to start their 39th season in the business, and would love to have you and yours on the river.

Family Raft Trips

Jerry and Carole raised their three kids on the rivers. We love family river trips, and we do them very well. Give us a call. A family river trip will enrich your relationships, and make unforgettable memories.

A Little River in Your Kitchen

Pork chops on the grill

Hughes River Guide, Bob Madrazo, cooking some delectable “Hughes style-cut” pork chops.

Bob was a collegiate football player, he even played against (and tackled) O.J. Simpson. During the off season Bob works in the Sailing industry from Monterrey, CA all the way to the Bahamas and beyond. This season will be Bob’s 32nd with H.R.E. Thanks for boating with us, Bob!

Check out Our River Menu. Pork chops are featured night three of our Middle Fork Salmon trips. The meal also includes butternut squash, stir-fry, and beer-bread. We top it off with our Pineapple Upside Down fresh from a dutch oven. We have a great restaurant but we’re hard to find. We move about 15 river miles daily.

Specialty Trips

River jam

Robby Durran and Tony Herold jamming on the river. Good food equals good times! We would love to see you on the river this Summer!

Hughes River Expeditions offer trips on the Snake River, Middle Fork of the Salmon, Salmon River,and Grande Ronde rivers. 2015 is the 39th year Jerry Hughes and Carole Finley have owned and operated Hughes River Expeditions, Inc. on the back-country rivers of Idaho and Eastern Oregon. Experience counts, and we have plenty. 2015 will be Jerry’s 50th year working as a professional river guide. Join the Hughes Crew on the river!

Sincerely,

Jerry, Carole & Colin
Hughes River Expeditions, Inc.

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Client Testimonials

You guys and gal did a superb job of making this trip enjoyable and memorable. We admire your skill, your friendly demeanor and, especially your teamwork.You made us feel special!
Members of the Spruce Creek Rod & Gun Club, PA (2008)
“Thank you so much for a truly spectacular 5 days on the Salmon River.  We had high expectations, having heard rave reviews from family and friends, and you exceeded them all!  Our trip was a perfect combination of fun, beauty, sunshine, great food, wonderful company, exercise and relaxation.  The highlight, of course, was the superb team of Ashley, Buzz, Hardy, Hugh, Mark, Rob, and Tyler.  Their expertise, sense of humor and uncanny ability to real everyone’s needs perfectly made for an… Read more
A. Davison, New York, NY (2016)
What I really wanted to write about is how, once again, the guides were what made the trip. Of course the river, the rapids, the scenery, the food, etc. was stupendous, but the collection of extraordinary people is what we’ll remember most. They all work incredibly hard but never made any of us feel they are inconvenienced. They not only made lifelong memories for us but really have played a part in the development of our children. Their gift will always be treasured. I’ll let them tell you … Read more
L. Bower, Chevy Chase, MD (2000)
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.
R. Quinly (2019)
Thank you so much to you and your team for a fabulous trip! … As you know, this was my first river-rafting and camping trip and you and your team made it a fantastic experience…. Thank you for a wonderful memory!
K. Peters, San Francisco, CA (2014)
Thanks a million for a great trip.  Your skill, dedication, sense of humor and kindness are unlimited.
O’Neil, Vancouver, WA (2019)
As you may have guessed, our expectations with regard to rafting the Middle Fork of the Salmon were extremely high and, to a person, your organization exceeded these expectations on our float last week. I want to commend you on your exceptional planning and the faultless execution of the plan.
T. McLane, New Canaan, CT (1989)
“Truly an amazing trip!  I think my clients yesterday may have gotten sick of me talking about it.”
J. Eaton, Bozeman, MT (2016)
I had to write as soon as we were back to let you know what an amazing time we just had. It was probably the most wonderful experience we have had as a family. Everyone loved every minute. The whole trip exceeded even our best expectations and created memories for us and the children that will last a lifetime. Buzz and Hugh were both absolutely fantastic, as guides, chefs, and cocktail mixers!! Thank you so much to everyone for creating just the most spectacular 4 days. We love the Salmon and it… Read more
C. Randall, London, UK (2015)
Still thinking about our wonderful trip with you all…what a gift!
P. Benepe, Easton, CT (2013)
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Middle Fork Salmon

Our Middle Fork of the Salmon rafting trip is a spectacular outdoor vacation! The Middle Fork is famous as America's best river rafting trip. From the put-in at Boundary Creek (elevation 5,700 ft.) to … More Info

Main Salmon River

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Our Main Salmon River of No Return rafting trip is a spectacular outdoor vacation! The Main Salmon River is one of the best wilderness river stretches in North America. We float through dense forests,

Salmon River Canyons

Lower Salmon River Gorge - Idaho Roller coaster rapids, perfect swimming water, and wonderful canyonlands. The Salmon River drifts through quiet pools and surges into churning whitewater. Camping on … More Info

Selway River Trip

The Selway River Trip is a premier mountain wilderness, whitewater, camping, and fly fishing trip that flows through beautiful forested canyons.  It is easy to consider the Selway to be the ultimate

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