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2023 Schedule and Rates

Hughes River Expeditions is taking reservations for 2023 & 2024. Check with the HRE office if we can be of help.  Call us today 406-540-4450 or contact us online.

The Hughes Family has owned and operated Hughes River Expeditions, Inc. as a family business since 1976.

2023 – Middle Fork of the Salmon

5 or 6 Day Expedition – 75 or 100 River Miles

Dates Length Adult Youth
June 4-8* 5 Days $2,885 $2,725
June 13-18 6 Days $3,150 $2,995
June 22-27 6 Days $3,150 $2,995
June 30-July 5 6 Days $3,150 $2,995
July 8-13 6 Days $3,150 $2,995
July 16-21 6 Days $3,150 $2,995
July 24-29 6 Days $3,150 $2,995
August 1-6 6 Days $3,150 $2,995
August 9-14 6 Days $3,150 $2,995
August 17-22 6 Days $3,150 $2,995
August 25-29 5 Days $2,885 $2,725
September 2-7** 6 Days $3,150 $2,995

*Hot-springs & Hikers Special
**September 2-7, Jazz Trip

Deposits to Confirm

  • 5 Days $550/person
  • 6 Days $700/person

Middle Fork Fishing Boat Rates

  • 5 Days – $3,875/angler
  • 6 Days – $4,050/angler

Recreation Enhancement Act Fee requires collection of $4/day/person. This fee will be added to the above listed trip cost. This institution is operated under Special Use Permit by Salmon-Challis National Forest. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Youth Rate applies to kids, teens, and undergraduate students. Flight cost from Stanley to the river is $165/person when required by road, water, and weather conditions.

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2023 – Main Salmon – River of No Return

6 Day Expedition – 81 River Miles

Dates Length Adult Youth
June 24-29 6 Days $2,600 $2,475
July 2-7 6 Days $2,600 $2,475
July 10-15 6 Days $2,600 $2,475
July 18-23 6 Days $2,600 $2,475
July 26-31 6 Days $2,600 $2,475
August 3-8 6 Days $2,600 $2,475
August 11-16** 6 Days $2,600 $2,475
August 19-24 6 Days $2,600 $2,475
August 27-Sept. 1 6 Days $2,600 $2,475
September 4-9 6 Days $2,600 $2,475

*June 4-12,  Middle Fork & Main Salmon Combination “Turn the Corner” Trip
9 days/8 nights. $4250/person. Deposit to Confirm. $700/person.
**Perseids Meteor Trip. Peak viewing August 11-12.

Deposits to Confirm

  • 6 Days – $700/person
  • 5 Days – $550/person

Recreation Enhancement Act Fee requires collection of $4/day/person. This fee will be added to the above listed trip cost. Youth Rate applies to kids, teens, and undergraduate students. This institution is operated under special use permit with the Salmon-Challis National Forest. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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2023 – Salmon River Canyons

4 or 5 Day Expedition – 43 or 53 River Miles

Dates Length Adult Youth
July 2-5* 4 Days $1,885 $1,780
July 7-10 4 Days $1,885 $1,780
July 13-16 4 Days $1,885 $1,780
July 19-23 5 Days $2,220 $2,025
July 27-30 4 Days $1,885 $1,780
August 2-5 4 Days $1,885 $1,780
August 5-9 5 Days $2,220 $2,025
August 12-15** 4 Days $1,885 $1,780
August 13-17** 5 Days $2,220 $2,025
August 20-24 5 Days $2,220 $2,025
August 28-Setp. 1 5 Days $2,220 $2,025
September 5-9 5 Days $2,220 $2,025

 

*Fourth of July on the Salmon River Canyons
**Perseids Meteor Shower, peak viewing August 12-15

Deposit to Confirm Your Reservation

  • 4 Days – $450/person
  • 5 Days – $550/person
  • 6 Days fall trip – $700/person

Rates include charter jet boat from below Confluence of Salmon and Snake Rivers to Hells Gate Marina in Lewiston. Groups can arrange custom dates. Contact HRE office. This institution is operated under Special Use Permit from Cottonwood Field Office, Bureau of Land Management. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Youth Rate applies to kids, teens, and undergraduate students.

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2023 Selway River Trip

 

Dates Length Adult / Youth
June 18-22* 5 Days $3,750
June 26-July 1* 6 Days $4,250
July 14-19* 6 Days $4,250
July 25-29* 6 Days $4,250
Early August Fishing Trip** 6 Days $4,500

* 10 Guests/6 Guides
** 8 Guest/8 Guides (Fly Fishing Trip)
Deposit: $750/person for 5 Day and 6 Day Trips

Depending on water levels and road conditions, flights may be required to reach the river. When required flight cost is $195/person payable to pilots at the time of your flight.

This institution is operated under Special Use Permit from the Bitterroot National Forest. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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Client Testimonials

My family and I took a trip on the Middle Fork June 13-17…everything about it was terrific! I’ve run a number of rivers through the years with different companies and this was absolutely the best experience yet. The guides were so helpful, the equipment was first rate…You should be proud of your company and all those who work with you, it’s an impressive outfit.
E. Arata, Millersville, MD (2008)
It was an awesome trip.  All the guests and especially the guides were the best.  … We had a thrilling flight to the put in and an even more exciting bus trip home … taking in the sites and seeing wild animals and birds.  …I believe we all hit the Jerry Hughes lottery and were chosen to be the best float with the best crew and guests of this season.  Rhonda and I thank all of you for making it happen…. May our paths cross again in the future.
Hynes, Corvallis, OR (2021)
Thanks again for all the wonderful food, local expertise, and a couple of well-deserved dunkings. It was wonderful hangin’ out with all of you! I’d love to run the Middle Fork with you sometime in the future. You all ROCK!!!!
Rachel Neugarten & Deanna Brown, The Nature Conservancy, Portland, OR (2006)
“I couldn’t let summer end without thanking each of you for such an amazing time on the Middle Fork! …. (T)he Middle Fork is a magical place, and I will hold memories of this adventure and your generous and wild spirits in my heart always…
L. Spackman, Santa Fe, NM (2016)
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!
M. Penton, Leviadia, CA (2021)
We are easing back into the real world after a wonderful week on the Middle Fork. We had high expectations based on the experiences of friends who have floated with Hughes as well as your very own testimonials. And we found out that everyone – even you – understated it! This was a trip that will not soon be forgotten…I will remember my first-ever sighting of bighorn sheep, Bill will remember his first attempt at fly fishing and of course, there was the camaraderie, great food and total rel… Read more
S. Myers, Boise, ID (2009)
“Well, I am getting back into the swing of things here but it’s been tough to resist the temptation to sleep in my backyard, and I’m sure missing Buzz’s coffee.  Thank you for a fabulous adventure down the Owyhee!…The Canyon was beautiful beyond description, and the food and camaraderie fabulous.  You run a tight ship that doesn’t SEEM tight to your guests…always a great vibe on an HRE trip!”
S. Myers, Boise, ID (2016)
We had the most amazing time and I wanted you to know what an amazing crew. They each had something unique and special that added to the trip…. I only wish the trip had lasted another week or two. Can’t thank you all enough… Also loved the food.
B. Rochelle, Encinitas, CA (2013)
We had the best trip of all time and love the crew, 10 out of 10!
Hemmeter, SF, CA (2021)
Rawlin told me just this morning that he’s decided that he wants to go rafting for his birthday next year too. He mentions the trip at least 3 times a week. We loved it!
L. Weeks, Fairhope, AL (2013)
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406-540-4450 • email us • 6400 Caras Lane • PO Box 218 Lolo, MT 59847-0218
Hughes River Expeditions, Inc. is operated under special use permits through the Bureau of Land a Management & United States Forest Service.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.