Idaho Guide Service

Idaho Guide Service has been running whitewater adventures since 1974, when they became the first licensed outfitter on the Middle Snake River. Owner-operated by Olin and Shelley Gardner and their family, this Twin Falls-based company specializes in small groups and custom trips with personalized service.

Their Snake River trips launch from the Twin Falls area, offering half-day and full-day adventures through magnificent scenery. You'll paddle your own boat while taking in wildlife, geological wonders, and the dramatic canyon landscape. These trips work well for families, corporate team-building, or groups celebrating achievements.

The Salmon River - known as the "River of No Return" - is the longest free-flowing river in the country. Idaho Guide Service runs multi-day trips featuring Class III and Class IV rapids, with riverside camps at the bottom of breathtaking 5,000-foot canyons.

"I find myself day-dreaming of floating down the clear cold Salmon River with the mountains all around..." - Jo & Alex Barrie, Houston, Texas

Their signature trip combines experiences from the bottom of Snake River Canyon to the 11,000-foot Smokey and Boulder Mountains in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area.

The Gardner family runs a crew of licensed professional guides, each with their own specialties. All guides are experienced in providing safe, educational adventures for participants of all ages and abilities.

• •Spring, summer, and fall seasons offer different experiences on both rivers, with boat rentals also available for experienced paddlers.