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Rates & Launch Dates

Float Seasons with IWC on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River

  • Early Season – early to mid June
  • Peak Season – late June through mid August
  • Late Season – late August


Our launch date permit allows a maximum of 24 guests per trip.

Rates & Dates

Peak Season Launch Dates

Please email or call for more current availability!

2025 & 2026 SCHEDULEd launch dates

  • June 23
  • July 17
  • July 25
  • August 2
  • August 10

2025 Peak Season: $3,125 per person (6-day trip)

During the peak season we offer six-day trips. Shorter trips are offered on early season dates. We also offer child and group discounts. 

Early & Late Season Launch Dates

2025 & 2026 SCHEDULEd launch dates

  • June 5
  • June 14
  • August 18
  • August 26

2025 pricing: $2,050 5-day early season, $2,275 6-day late season

Copyright | Alex Sebastian | River Mountain Photography

Alex Sebastian | River Mountain Photography

There are no additional group or child discounts available on these early/late season trips.



We do have OTHER dates available, and can float whenever the Middle Fork of the Salmon River is floatable, March through May or September through November. ASK US ABOUT AN OFF-SEASON FLOAT.

Fishing Charters & Customized Trips

We can customize your trip length to fit your needs, anything from 2-7 days. We can also customize group size, staff members, and/or types of boats, just let us know.


For example: 14 fishermen, 2 fishermen per boat, plus one guide per boat for five days.

Availability changes continuously. Please contact us for the number of available openings.


*Prices do not include $4 per day United States Forest Service (USFS) fee or back-country flying if necessary.


Steve Zettel of Idaho Wilderness Company brings over 20 years of experience in providing Idaho’s finest wilderness excursions, with a highly rated safety record.  Our entire team looks forward to seeing you on the river.

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