Rental spots differ by whether they offer flatwater paddling or river trips with shuttle service, as well as the types of watercraft available, such as single, tandem, or sit-on-top kayaks. Some locations include paddles, life jackets, and dry bags in the base rate, while others charge extra or require advance reservations for weekend launches. A map pin shows where the launch site is, but it does not tell you if the location caters to self-guided beginners or experienced paddlers tackling moving water.
Riggins 9
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Mountain River Outfitters
411 Main St, Riggins, ID 83549
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S&S Outfitters Store & Tackle Shop
1323 S Main St, Riggins, ID 83549-6008
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Wild River Adventures
419 N Main St, Riggins, ID 83549
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Mountain River Outfitters
1323 S Main St, Riggins, ID 83549
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Rubicon Outfitters
1323 S Main St, Riggins, ID 83549
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Salmon River Experience
1513 N Main St, Riggins, ID 83549-1500
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Mountain River Outfitters
411 N Main, Riggins, ID 83549
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H2O Idaho
10 Salmon Run Rd, Riggins, ID 83549
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Salmon River rafting with Wapiti River Guides
128 N Main St, Riggins, ID 83549-0055
Salmon 8
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Idaho Adventure River Trips
100 Courthouse Dr, Salmon, ID 83467
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Idaho River Adventures
16 N Cherokee Rd, Salmon, ID 83467
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Solitude River Trips
504 Neyman St., Salmon, ID 83467
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Middle Fork Wilderness Outfitters, Salmon River Rafting Trips
1901 Main St, Salmon, ID 83467
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Middle Fork Wilderness Outfitters
Salmon, ID
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Middle Fork Adventures
122 Highway 93 N, Salmon, ID 83467
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Northwest Rafting Company - Salmon River
116 Monroe St, Salmon, ID 83467
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Kookaburra Rafting Salmon River Recreation
Salmon, ID
Stanley 6
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Adventure Sun Valley
540 Edna McGown Ave, Stanley, ID 83278
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White Cloud Rafting Adventures
635 Edna McGown Ave, Stanley, ID 83278
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Sawtooth Adventure Company
710 Ace of Diamonds St, Stanley, ID 83278
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Rocky Mountain River Tours
Gateway Loop, Stanley, ID 83278
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White Otter Outdoor Adventures
100 Yankee Fork Rd, Stanley, ID 83278
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Middle Fork River Expeditions
915 Eva Falls Ave, Stanley, ID 83278
McCall 4
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Hells Canyon Raft
3566 Long View Rd, McCall, ID 83638
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Salmon Raft
184 Industrial Loop, McCall, ID 83638
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Backwoods Adventures
411 Deinhard Ln Ste F, McCall, ID 83638-4800
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Backwoods Adventures
McCall, ID
Boise 2
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Boise River Raft & Tube Rentals
4049 S Eckert Rd, Boise, ID 83716
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Saturn Rafts
1129 W Boeing St, Boise, ID 83705-4993
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Boise Whitewater Park
318 E 34th St, Garden City, ID 83714
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Boise River Outdoor Opportunities
7661 W Riverside Dr #104, Garden City, ID 83714
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Cascade Raft & Kayak
7050 ID-55, Horseshoe Bend, ID 83629
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Idaho Excursions
101 Locust St, Horseshoe Bend, ID 83629-8093
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Snake River Ferry
Idaho Falls, ID
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Idaho Adventure Rentals
5000 E Lincoln Rd, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
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The Last Resort, LLC
5538 Highway 95, New Meadows, ID 83654
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America's Rafting Company
85 S Superior St, New Meadows, ID 83654
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Rawhide River Trips
2040 US-93, North Fork, ID 83467
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Salmon River Adventure Company
1276 Salmon River Rd, North Fork, ID 83466
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AWOL Adventure Sports At Centennial Park
Centennial Waterfront Park, Canyon Springs Rd, Twin Falls, ID 83301
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Adventure Idaho
2369 Addison Ave E, Twin Falls, ID 83301
Banks 1
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Bear Valley River Company
7864 ID-55, Banks, ID 83602
Buhl 1
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Blue Heart Kayaking
4820 N 1100 E, Buhl, ID 83316
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America's Rafting Company
85 S Superior St, Cambridge, ID 83610
Council 1
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Hells Canyon Adventures
Hells Canyon Dam - Hells Canyon Rd - NF 454, Council, ID 83612
Garden Valley 1
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Idaho Whitewater Unlimited
787 Banks Lowman Rd, Garden Valley, ID 83622
Grangeville 1
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Idaho Afloat
N D St, Grangeville, ID 83530
Hagerman 1
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Idaho Guide Service Inc.
17940 US-30, Hagerman, ID 83332
Kooskia 1
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Three Rivers Rafting
115 Selway Rd, Kooskia, ID 83539
Lowman 1
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Payette River Company
14 Memory Ln, Lowman, ID 83637
Preston 1
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Family Fun Tubing
1977 E ID-36, Preston, ID 83263-5145
Riggins Idaho 1
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Adventure Idaho | Salmon River Rafting Trips
606 N Main St, Riggins Idaho, ID 83549
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All Rivers Shuttle Services
220 Cooper St, White Bird, ID 83554
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- Scuba Diving Centers6
Good to know
What equipment is typically included with a kayak or canoe rental?
Most operators include the watercraft, paddles, and personal flotation devices (PFDs) for every passenger as part of the standard rental fee. Some businesses also provide dry bags or safety whistles, but you should bring your own sun protection, water, and quick-drying clothing.
Do I need prior paddling experience to rent a kayak?
Flatwater rentals on lakes or quiet bays generally do not require prior experience, and staff usually provide a brief safety orientation before launch. Guided trips or river runs with rapids may recommend or require basic paddling skills, so check age and experience guidelines before booking.
How much does a typical kayak or canoe rental cost?
Hourly rentals on flatwater typically range from $15 to $30 per hour for a single kayak, while double kayaks and canoes cost slightly more. Half-day or full-day river trips with shuttle service often cost between $40 and $80 per person.
How to shrink wrap a boat?
To shrink wrap a boat, cover support structures with protective padding, lay the shrink film across the hull, heat-shrink it with a heat gun, and add ventilation ports. For large vessels or professional weatherproofing in Idaho, check the 53 marine service providers cataloged on MarinaAtlas.
What is a marine survey?
A marine survey is a detailed inspection of a boat's hull, mechanical systems, and overall condition conducted by a certified surveyor. Across Idaho, MarinaAtlas indexes 53 qualified marine operators and survey specialists to assist buyers and insurance companies.