Big Water Events
Raft the Highest Volume Rapids in the Whitewater State!
Get ready for a high-energy, adrenaline-packed journey through the biggest, wildest whitewater Idaho has to offer! These aren’t just rafting trips—they’re unforgettable weekends of massive waves, thrilling rapids, and non-stop fun. Experience the power of nature during peak runoff on the Salmon River, paired with live music, festivities, and delicious meals. Whether you’re riding the waves, enjoying river games, or bonding around the campfire, every moment is an adventure.
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All meals, gear, and river shuttles are included—just bring your excitement! Camp at Shorts Bar, meet fellow adventurers, and dive into a weekend where the rapids are huge, the water is fast, and the good times never stop. This isn’t for everyone—only thrill-seekers ready for the ultimate big water experience!
🔥 $149 Per Person 🔥
The Best Adventure Deal of the Year!
Massive rapids, epic fun, and everything included—don’t miss out!
What’s Included:
• 80 friends – Join an incredible crew of adventurous, driven, and hilarious people.
• 9+ Rafts – Our most talented guides and boats loaded with fun teams.
• 7 great meals – Delicious, hearty food to fuel your adventure.
• 4 bus/van shuttles – Convenient transportation to and from the river.
• 3 nights of camping – Camp under the stars at Shorts Bar.
• 2 days of rafting – Experience some of Idaho’s biggest, wildest whitewater.
• 1 concert – Live music & dancing to cap off an epic weekend.
Free for this year’s guide team!
🚫 Alcohol-Free Events – We keep the energy high and the camaraderie wild while maintaining a family-friendly, team-focused atmosphere.
Huge waves, wild & cold water not your thing? Don’t miss out on the fun!
• Enjoy camping with everyone.
• Eat all the great meals and dutch oven food
• Catch the concert and soak up the camaraderie.
Please note this option does not include bus/van shuttles or any rafting.
Event Lineup
Bigwater Event #1: Memorial Weekend Adventure - Pending
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Dates: May 23-24, 2025
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Itinerary:
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Friday Night: Arrive and set up camp.
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Saturday: Full day of rafting in Riggins, Idaho. Breakfast, lunch, & dinner followed by a movie and team events.
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Sunday: Breakfast & Departure.
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Monday (May 26): Optional Lochsa Madness – Experience the wild rapids of the Lochsa River. We can't take you rafting there, but mark your calendars to come watch!
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Bigwater Event #2: Season Kickoff
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Date: May 29-June 1, 2025
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Itinerary:
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Thursday Night: Arrive and get settled in.
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Friday: Breakfast at 8am, full day of rafting, great food. River olympics.
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Saturday: Breakfast at 8am, full day of rafting, great food & dutch oven desert.
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Live music: SaltAir's - 90 min rock show of classics and a few of their own hits.
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We're bringing in this band from Northern Utah to play at the city's outdoor stage.
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Sunday: Breakfast & Departure.
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Highlights: Our Season Kickoff Event!
Bigwater Event #3: Big Water Blowout
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Dates: June 5-8, 2025
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Itinerary:
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Thursday Night: Arrive and get settled in.
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Friday: Breakfast at 8am, full day of rafting, great food.
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Evening: Guide appreciation event and contests in the park.
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Saturday: Breakfast at 8am, full day of rafting.
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Late afternon/evening: Scott Pemberton Band, dutch oven contest, Big Water Blowout festivities!
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Sunday: Breakfast & Departure.
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Highlights: Big Water Blowout Festival on Saturday. Live music and community dutch oven feast ($10, Not Included) Try 30+ professional dutch oven recipes!
Wetsuits or Drysuits Mandatory!
Age Requirements:
Minimum age 16 (high water)
Physical Requirements:
Review our Essential Physical Requirements
This is not for everyone!
Must be a strong swimmer and in good shape!
Gandhali Juvekar
"We had the most amazing, half-day rafting trip with Adventure Idaho. Our guide, Jared, was fun and professional at the same time! The staff is great and our raft was nice. A great experience overall!! Would definitely recommend."
Joshua Davis, VA
"No relation, came out from Virginia and booked, here, my first white water rafting trip.
An overwhelmingly positive experience!
We came late in the rafting season (Aug) and there was one class 4 set of rapids and a host of others; all fun!
The pacing was on point, with plenty opportunities to swim, chill, or chat. Our guide brought light and levity, and was knowledgeable about the region, our route, and left no doubt as I boarded the raft that I was in good hands!"
Gideon Randolph
"This was my first time rafting and it was SO cool! Jared (our guide) was so awesome! This is the best company in town… they have the nicest staff and fun boats! Ask to ride the pickle fork!!"
We guarantee the unforgettable trip of a lifetime that you will be talking about for years to come!