There is always another stretch of whitewater on the Salmon River which runs through the Idaho Primitive Area. Rich in scenic wonders and history, the Main Salmon is a favorite challenge with many rapids, including those with tough reputations like Big Mallard and whiplash. The blue-green waters, known as the 'River of No Return,' also have some calmer sections where there is time to relax and absorb the country's splendor. As the river gushes on, it doubles its size into a rushing river with major rapids. The cold waters of the Salmon run through the heart of the largest roadless wilderness in the lower 48 states. It's a country of pines and granite mountains where rock paintings left by ancient settlers still exist. Rowing rigs meet you at the river's edge after you catch a charter flight from Boise and spend a night in Salmon, Idaho. Your tour partner, Worldwide River Expeditions, is run by alumni from Western's ranks, and is skilled at navigating the rugged canyons in this remote part of the world.
