The Salmon River Canyon offers many different lodging options. We have cozy hotel and motel rooms, spacious vacation rentals, rustic cabins, campgrounds and RV parks. No matter where you stay, let us roll out the welcome mat and help you settle into your home away from home.
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Located directly across the street from the boat ramp and city park, and within walking distance to all the watering holes and grub. Plenty of parking to accommodate large trailers and boats. Every room has WiFi, Direct TV with sports and movies, refrigerator, microwave, and full size coffee maker. We are a family-run business and pride ourselves on our clean rooms and hospitality. Always a complimentary beer or iced tea and homemade cookies at check in.
Riggins, ID
83549
We call Canyon House in White Bird, Idaho, the “you gotta stop shop” conveniently located at the White Bird Idaho exit off HWY 95.
Liquor Store
Made-in-Idaho: GIFTS/WINES/LIQUORS/BISCOTTI
But the best part about Canyon House is our BIG, roomy, nicely furnished VACATION SUITE
Bring the family! Bring your friends! This place is huge! Sleeps from one to seven people. Come stay with us for one night, one week, one month ... we are ready!
White Bird, ID
83554
Idaho's Wilderness Fishing Destination
China Bar Lodge – Sportsman’s Retreat
Our jet boats and skilled captains give you a unique ability to catch Steelhead in the most remote and uncrowded places in Idaho.Let us help you hook into an Idaho Steelhead (ocean run Rainbow Trout) while taking in the wilderness of the Salmon River Canyon and it’s wildlife. We strive to provide the highest quality Idaho Steelhead fishing adventures available. Steelhead fishing with us will give you the best opportunity to hook into that Steelhead you have always wanted.
All China Bar Lodge adventure vacations will enjoy a 37 mile jet boat tour of the Main Salmon River from the end of the road at Vinegar Creek. This exhilarating ride through the wilderness is packed with wildlife viewing, historic stops and photo opportunities while running the whitewater with one of our experienced and fun jet boat captains.
We are located in the prime location for Idaho Steelhead and our lodges offer a unique advantage for our fishermen to be successful along with great food and accommodations. Our lodge location at China Bar and also at Mackay Bar provides for an exciting opportunity to catch the fish of a lifetime in one of the most remote areas in the lower 48 states. Catching Steelhead is what we live for, let us bring you the dedication and quality you deserve and expect.
Riggins, ID
83549
Espresso bar and coffee shop, beer and wine, relax at an inside table or on the deck along with free Wi-Fi.
Gift shop full of Salmon River Rafting and Fishing apparel, great selection of sunglasses including Smith, Suncloud, Fishermans eyewerar and more, we are a retailer for Life is Good, Traeger, Chums and the area's best selection of sandals from Chaco and Teva.
Riggins, ID
83549
The MRO Difference
Why Choose Mountain River Outfitters
MRO operates year round and we are permitted and licensed for more river miles in the Idaho wilderness than any other outfitter. This gives us a better chance to get you to the best fishing in the Idaho Wilderness. The experience of being in Hells Canyon or on the Salmon River the "River of No Return" watching Eagles, Big Horn Sheep, Elk and Deer while casting to your fish of choice is something very special. We don't just get you on fish but we give our clients incredible fishing experiences.
No other outfitter offers our quality, professionalism and methods for ensuring exceptional service and attention to detail. We know what makes the perfect Idaho river rafting vacation, and we are committed to providing this for every trip. We have the lowest guide to guest ratio to ensure personalized attention and uncrowded boats.
The Best Gear and Boats
Personalized Service
Proffessional Guides
Great Food
Multi-Sport Packages
Family Oriented
Choose your experience - we offer both Drift Boat or Jet Boat
Professional staff and guides - we fish year around
Over 20 years of guiding experience
2 Incredible Lodges in the Wilderness
Riggins, ID
83549
Experience the Frank Church “River of No Return” Wilderness. If you have been feeling like you and your loved ones are a little too “plugged in and unconnected” you need to visit the Ram House lodge on Mackay Bar. You will renew family ties with good conversations, nature walks, and evenings around a campfire. Everyone can go their own way during the day and then regroup at mealtimes to relive their adventures. You can make your stay as relaxing or active as you want and will always be surrounded by Salmon River serenity. You can relax on the deck or play along the rivers edge or you may choose to explore additional sites such as a Buckskin Bills historic homestead and the blue ribbon trout fishing of the South Fork.
The Ram House Lodge has 43 acres of private land for you and your family to enjoy on Mackay Bar. Whether your looking for stress relief or adventure, the Ram House Lodge on Mackay Bar is the perfect retreat for romantic getaway’s, corporate retreats, family reunions or wedding parties.
Riggins ID
83549
Located in Historic Downtown Riggins - This landmark boasts the warmth of a country Bed and Breakfast, with all the luxuries of a Boutique Hotel.
Riggins, ID
83549
Five unique, scenic cabin rentals right on the Salmon River!
Bring your fishing pole to the vacation rental lodge on the Salmon River, or simply enjoy a walk on the private river front beach. Yep! And I mean a sandy beach! Picnic area and grass for the kids. Each Salmon River cabin rental lodge has its own Bar-B-Que and outside lounge chairs
So much to do...
Surrounded by nearby hiking trails, ATV trails, and only a few miles from Hells Canyon on the mighty Snake River, enjoy activities such as hiking, snowmobiling, and guided fishing trips at our cabin rentals on the Salmon River in Idaho!
White Bird, ID
83554
Cozy riverfront motel in the beautiful mountain town of Riggins Idaho. Come relax with fresh linens, clean rooms and wholehearted service.
Riggins, ID
83549
Come and stay on the confluence of the majestic Salmon River at Salmon Rapids Lodge! You will feel right at home with all of our guestroom amenities including coffee maker, hair dryer, refrigerator, ironing board set, flat screen television, and pillow top mattresses. Fresh baked cookies and ice cold milk will complete every evening during your stay!
Complimentary high speed wireless internet access is available in your guestroom and throughout the lodge. Enjoy our large indoor pool, outdoor hot tub, exercise room, and gift shop at Salmon Rapids Lodge. Our Deluxe Continental Breakfast is included with your stay and the entire hotel is 100% non-smoking. Pets allowed for a small fee based on availability. Meeting room available to your business or special event needs. Contact our Director of Sales for corporate retreat inquiries, on-site catering, wedding venue availability, and package specials. AAA – 3 Diamond hotel.
Riggins, ID
83549
THE SALMON RIVER MOTEL is located at the south city limits of Riggins and offers roomy 1, 2 and 3 bed units. All with amenities that include queen beds, automatic wake up calls, cable TV, in-room coffee, air conditioning, public laundromat, free ice and free local calls. We strive for the best, cleanest and most comfortable rooms.
Riggins, ID
83549
Full Day Jet Boat Adventure "River of No Return" Wilderness Tour
Idaho’s Wild and Scenic Main Salmon River cuts through the heart of the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness, the largest wilderness in the lower 48 states. The largest free flowing river in North America our Salmon River jet boat tours wind through the second deepest canyon on the continent. Salmon River jet boat tours are exciting, historical, wilderness adventure vacations, offering a unique chance to disconnect from civilization and become immersed in a virtually untouched natural wonder.
Great Experiences
Our jet boats journey up the Main Salmon River where many turn around, come experience these historical sites and homesteads: Polly Bemis Ranch, Buckskin Bills Museum, Shepp Ranch, Mackay Bar, Painter Mine, Reho Wolf’s Cabin at Rhett Creek, China Bar and Lodge. The jet boat captain’s will share their knowledge about the Native American Tribes, the gold rush and mountain men that lived here. Our clients will be encouraged to enjoy many of the pristine white sandy beaches of the Salmon River where you can swim or relax. Our wildlife almost always includes sightings of Bighorn Sheep, Bald and Golden Eagles, Osprey, Deer, Elk and an occasional Mountain Goat, River Otter, Bear and more. We have specialty private charters such as Eagle watching, Photography Trips and wine tasting excursions.
History
Now you can experience the river that turned Lewis and Clark back with a scenic jet boat tour of the famous “River of No Return”. Lewis and Clark came across the Salmon River and went on to describe it as “foaming and roaring through rocks in every direction, so as to render the passage of anything impossible.” This was in 1805 and it would be nearly fifty years later before gold was discovered that the drainage would be thoroughly explored and catalogued. Gold fever brought about an era of mining and prospecting that ultimately only managed to produce fewer pinches of gold dust than epic stories of survival and perseverance.
Riggins, ID
83549
Swiftwater RV Park is a top-notch, safe and pet friendly campground located directly on the banks of the Salmon River in central Idaho – 2 miles outside of White Bird – and just 1/2 mile from Hwy 95, yet only 17 miles from the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area.
At an elevation of about 1,400 feet with over 300 feet of riverfront facing the Salmon River, this Idaho pet-friendly RV Park is quiet and relaxing for campers in big rigs, toy haulers, 5th wheels, & even vintage trailers or tents.
And the starry nights are awesome!
White Bird, ID
83554
The Building on the River offers a second-home living experience—a place that feels all yours.We call it a riverplex because it sits right on the confluence of the Salmon and Little Salmon rivers. When you want to ‘get away from it all’ you shouldn't have to sacrifice a thing.
Riggins, ID
83549
The Confluence Store (formally Hoot's Cafe) is owned by Dan and Heather, native Idahoans with 3 children.
The cafe has been remodeled and now houses a convenience store as well as a hot deli. Other amenities that are offered include; gas/diesel, propane, motel/cabins for rent and an updated RV park.
White Bird, ID
83554
The RV Landing at Carlson Ranch is a beautiful RV park located up the Big Salmon River just minutes from Riggins. Located next to Salmon River Helicopters, these ranch grounds have turned into an ideal location to get connected with nature with your toes in the sand, whether that be at our beach or in our sand volleyball court. We have a play area for the kiddos, full hookups, a bathhouse and internet available. Around the corner we have our Gus Creek Cabin available for reservations! It's the perfect place to ride your bike, take a walk or a hike or kick your feet up and enjoy whatever you like!
Riggins, Idaho
83549
We call Canyon House in White Bird, Idaho, the “you gotta stop shop” conveniently located at the White Bird Idaho exit off HWY 95.
Liquor Store
Made-in-Idaho: GIFTS/WINES/LIQUORS/BISCOTTI
But the best part about Canyon House is our BIG, roomy, nicely furnished VACATION SUITE
Bring the family! Bring your friends! This place is huge! Sleeps from one to seven people. Come stay with us for one night, one week, one month ... we are ready!
White Bird, ID
83554
Idaho's Wilderness Fishing Destination
China Bar Lodge – Sportsman’s Retreat
Our jet boats and skilled captains give you a unique ability to catch Steelhead in the most remote and uncrowded places in Idaho.Let us help you hook into an Idaho Steelhead (ocean run Rainbow Trout) while taking in the wilderness of the Salmon River Canyon and it’s wildlife. We strive to provide the highest quality Idaho Steelhead fishing adventures available. Steelhead fishing with us will give you the best opportunity to hook into that Steelhead you have always wanted.
All China Bar Lodge adventure vacations will enjoy a 37 mile jet boat tour of the Main Salmon River from the end of the road at Vinegar Creek. This exhilarating ride through the wilderness is packed with wildlife viewing, historic stops and photo opportunities while running the whitewater with one of our experienced and fun jet boat captains.
We are located in the prime location for Idaho Steelhead and our lodges offer a unique advantage for our fishermen to be successful along with great food and accommodations. Our lodge location at China Bar and also at Mackay Bar provides for an exciting opportunity to catch the fish of a lifetime in one of the most remote areas in the lower 48 states. Catching Steelhead is what we live for, let us bring you the dedication and quality you deserve and expect.
Riggins, ID
83549
Espresso bar and coffee shop, beer and wine, relax at an inside table or on the deck along with free Wi-Fi.
Gift shop full of Salmon River Rafting and Fishing apparel, great selection of sunglasses including Smith, Suncloud, Fishermans eyewerar and more, we are a retailer for Life is Good, Traeger, Chums and the area's best selection of sandals from Chaco and Teva.
Riggins, ID
83549
Experience the Frank Church “River of No Return” Wilderness. If you have been feeling like you and your loved ones are a little too “plugged in and unconnected” you need to visit the Ram House lodge on Mackay Bar. You will renew family ties with good conversations, nature walks, and evenings around a campfire. Everyone can go their own way during the day and then regroup at mealtimes to relive their adventures. You can make your stay as relaxing or active as you want and will always be surrounded by Salmon River serenity. You can relax on the deck or play along the rivers edge or you may choose to explore additional sites such as a Buckskin Bills historic homestead and the blue ribbon trout fishing of the South Fork.
The Ram House Lodge has 43 acres of private land for you and your family to enjoy on Mackay Bar. Whether your looking for stress relief or adventure, the Ram House Lodge on Mackay Bar is the perfect retreat for romantic getaway’s, corporate retreats, family reunions or wedding parties.
Riggins ID
83549
Five unique, scenic cabin rentals right on the Salmon River!
Bring your fishing pole to the vacation rental lodge on the Salmon River, or simply enjoy a walk on the private river front beach. Yep! And I mean a sandy beach! Picnic area and grass for the kids. Each Salmon River cabin rental lodge has its own Bar-B-Que and outside lounge chairs
So much to do...
Surrounded by nearby hiking trails, ATV trails, and only a few miles from Hells Canyon on the mighty Snake River, enjoy activities such as hiking, snowmobiling, and guided fishing trips at our cabin rentals on the Salmon River in Idaho!
White Bird, ID
83554
The Building on the River offers a second-home living experience—a place that feels all yours.We call it a riverplex because it sits right on the confluence of the Salmon and Little Salmon rivers. When you want to ‘get away from it all’ you shouldn't have to sacrifice a thing.
Riggins, ID
83549
The Confluence Store (formally Hoot's Cafe) is owned by Dan and Heather, native Idahoans with 3 children.
The cafe has been remodeled and now houses a convenience store as well as a hot deli. Other amenities that are offered include; gas/diesel, propane, motel/cabins for rent and an updated RV park.
White Bird, ID
83554
The RV Landing at Carlson Ranch is a beautiful RV park located up the Big Salmon River just minutes from Riggins. Located next to Salmon River Helicopters, these ranch grounds have turned into an ideal location to get connected with nature with your toes in the sand, whether that be at our beach or in our sand volleyball court. We have a play area for the kiddos, full hookups, a bathhouse and internet available. Around the corner we have our Gus Creek Cabin available for reservations! It's the perfect place to ride your bike, take a walk or a hike or kick your feet up and enjoy whatever you like!
Riggins, Idaho
83549
Unwind from the stress of everyday life and rediscover yourself in the middle of Idaho. Enjoy the beauty of nature. Come play in our back yard.
We are located 9 miles south of Riggins - Idaho's Whitewater Capital. US Highway 95 is our eastern boundary and 2200 feet of the Little Salmon River bounds us to the west.
Open year-around. 54-Camp Sites, Dump Station, Laundry, Grocery, RV Parts, Propane
Pollock, ID
83547
Nestled between the “Mighty Snake River" and the "River of No Return”, AKA the Salmon River, This is a “Boutique” NINE SPACE RV Park with FULL HOOK UPS! Both 30 Amp and 50 Amp electrical connections, waste hook up at each site and surrounded by huge pines trees which moderate the temperature as much as 20 degrees cooler than the river canyons on both sides of the PARK! This Park is on the only road that leads to Pittsburg Landing on the Snake River!
DID we mention the free WIFI? (And high speed at that!) Out in the sticks with all the convenience of being home.
Now, lets talk about the Park! We have created large spaces with plenty of room to park that extra vehicle or jet boat, or your favorite side by side, planted lawns, picnic tables and fire pits with grills.
White Bird, Idaho
83554
Hells Canyon National Recreation Area Riggins office offers a wide range of interpretive information on local sites. We have info on Hells Canyon but also Nez Perce and Payette National Forests and BLM. Hiking trails, scenic drives, camping areas or geography information, we have a bit of everything. Forest and River Guide maps are for sale along with books and souvenirs.
Riggins, ID
83549
The Riverside offers full hook-ups including cable TV and free WIFI. Most of the sites are along the Little Salmon River and are wonderfully landscaped, maintained and shaded by numerous trees. No bathrooms or showers. Reservations are encouraged to assure that a space is available upon your arrival. Spend the day exploring, hunting, fishing hiking rafting and jet boating and then spend your evenings listening to the river.
Riggins, ID
83549
Swiftwater RV Park is a top-notch, safe and pet friendly campground located directly on the banks of the Salmon River in central Idaho – 2 miles outside of White Bird – and just 1/2 mile from Hwy 95, yet only 17 miles from the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area.
At an elevation of about 1,400 feet with over 300 feet of riverfront facing the Salmon River, this Idaho pet-friendly RV Park is quiet and relaxing for campers in big rigs, toy haulers, 5th wheels, & even vintage trailers or tents.
And the starry nights are awesome!
White Bird, ID
83554
The Confluence Store (formally Hoot's Cafe) is owned by Dan and Heather, native Idahoans with 3 children.
The cafe has been remodeled and now houses a convenience store as well as a hot deli. Other amenities that are offered include; gas/diesel, propane, motel/cabins for rent and an updated RV park.
White Bird, ID
83554
The RV Landing at Carlson Ranch is a beautiful RV park located up the Big Salmon River just minutes from Riggins. Located next to Salmon River Helicopters, these ranch grounds have turned into an ideal location to get connected with nature with your toes in the sand, whether that be at our beach or in our sand volleyball court. We have a play area for the kiddos, full hookups, a bathhouse and internet available. Around the corner we have our Gus Creek Cabin available for reservations! It's the perfect place to ride your bike, take a walk or a hike or kick your feet up and enjoy whatever you like!
Riggins, Idaho
83549