RAFTING AT SNAKE RIVER
IN HELLS CANYON, USA - Hughes
3
or 4 Day Expedition 3 Days/2 Nights or 4
Days/3 Nights
32 River Miles Meet in Cambridge, Idaho (Diamond Express Shuttle
runs from Boise, Idaho USA)
3 Day Expedition - £599 per person inc tax ; 4 day Expedition - £735 per person inc tax. Gratuities are paid locally
Transport from Cambridge to put-in at Hells Canyon Creek and from Pittsburg Landing take-out back to Cambridge is provided..
2008 departures
June 3, 7, 11, 15, 19 ,23, 27 ;
July 1, 5, 6, 9, 13, 14, 17, 21, 25, 29 ; August 2, 6, 10, 14, 18, 22, 26, 30 ;
September 3
Snake River
3 and 4 Day Details
Snake River whitewater rafting trips in Hells Canyon are first class adventure vacations. In Hells Canyon, the Snake River separates Idaho and Oregon by cutting America's deepest canyon. The staggering 8,000 foot drop from He Devil Mountain to the Snake River creates one of nature's most breathtaking gorges.
Headquarters & Pre-Trip Meeting
hotel rooms, and located 2 blocks from the Frontier Motel. We
recommend we make reservations at the Frontier Motel or Hunter's Inn at the same
time you reserve spaces on your river trip.
Getting to Cambridge
If you are driving, you can reach Cambridge, Idaho by taking Highway 95. Cambridge is 100 miles north and west of Boise, via Interstate 84 and Highway 95.
If you will not be driving your own car, you have three transportation options: rent a car, Diamond Shuttle Express or charter a bus between Boise Airport and Cambridge if there is a group of you
The Trip
Morning the 1st day, bus transport to put-in at Hells Canyon Creek. The drive is 60 miles on a paved, winding road. Leave Cambridge about 8:00 a.m., and arrive at put-in about 10:00 a.m.. The Forest Service provides an orientation on low impact camping and rules of the road. Launch about 11:00 a.m.
During early afternoon the last day, take-out is at Pittsburg Landing, and transfer by bus transportation back to Cambridge. About 140 road miles. Plan to arrive in Cambridge at about 5:00 to 5:30 p.m.
The drives into and out of Hells Canyon are spectacular.
Fishing
Fishing for trout, smallmouth bass, channel catfish, and white sturgeon is usually good from early summer through fall. Late summer and early fall fishing is often excellent. An Idaho and/or Oregon fishing license is required depending on which shore you fish from. You can fish from the rafts with either an Idaho or Oregon license.
You can purchase an Idaho fishing license and tackle in Cambridge before the trip. You can also purchase an Idaho license by contacting the Idaho Fish & Game 800-554-8685, or www.state.ID.US/Fishgame. Cost is $11.50 for the first day, and $5.00/day for each additional day. Juniors (14-17 years of age) can purchase a junior fishing license for $13.75/teen/season.
You can purchase an Oregon fishing license by calling 503-947-6000 or www.dfw.state.or.us. Cost for 2008 is $12.00/daily, $22.50/2 days, $33.00/3 days, $43.50/4 days and $43.75/7 days.
There are some fishing rods provided, tackle and sturgeon fishing gear for the group. Sturgeon fishing is "catch & release". Serious fishermen should bring their own gear.
Spin Casting is usually the most successful technique. Recommend light weight gear with 6-8 lb. test line. Recommended Lures: Spinners (Mepps, Rooster Tails, Dare Devils); Crank Baits (Killer B's, Rattletrap, Fat Wrap, Crawdad, Perch, etc.); 5" Grub Worms with leadheads (motor oil, pearl, purple, blue, black, etc.)
Fly fishing is also available. Recommend 5-6 weight rods, double taper floating lines & sink tip lines. Recommended Flies: Joe's Hopper, Dave's Hopper, Elk Hair Caddis, Wooly Worm, Wooly Bugger, Muddler Minnow, Clouser Minnow, etc. Recommened Bass Poppers: Black/yellow, yellow/red, chartreuse/olive, mouse, etc.
Raft Configuration and Group Size
Most Snake/Hells Canyon trips number a total of 24 people. (18 guests, 5 crew & 1 camp helper). A typical trip has 1 supply pontoon, 3 oar rafts, 1 paddle raft, and 3 inflatable kayaks (kayaks can be used as solo or tandem boats) -OR- 1 supply pontoon, 2 oar rafts, 2 paddle rafts, and 3 inflatable kayaks. Be sure to let us know the type of craft(s) you prefer.
The Forest Service, Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, limits our total number of rafts & kayaks per trip to a maximum of 8 craft.
Vehicle & Luggage Storage
You can safely store your vehicle and luggage at the Frontier Motel or Hunter's Inn B&B during the trip.
Weather
Spring and Fall in Hells Canyon bring warm days, cool nights, and possible thundershowers. Daytime temperatures may range from 55-90 degrees. Summer is very warm. Daytime temperatures may range from 70-105 degrees.
Call American Round-Up UK Bonded Tour Operator 01404 88177 to discuss your trip or click on the e mail Quote form below if you would like us to send you a tailor made quotation.