Hells Canyon Tours
Experience Hells Canyon from the South Entrance
Hells Canyon Adventures
Jet Boat Tours from Hells Canyon Dam
This adventure through the Wild River Section features the biggest rapids on the river, the deepest depths of the canyon, and the most jaw-dropping scenery transitions throughout — you can expect to see rock walls, desert grasslands, and alpine forests on the same trip. Listen to our captains as they regale you with stories about the early Native Americans who inhabited this area and the ranching families that called Hells Canyon home. Keep your eyes open for wildlife such as bald eagles, black bears, and bighorn sheep. Lunch included.
This is the adventure for anyone who wants to experience the Wild Section (BEST PART) of Hells Canyon in one day
- Hells Canyon Dam Visitor Center and Boat Ramp
- 11am or Noon to 4:30 - 5:30pm
- April - September
Hells Canyon Jet Boat Tour Includes:
- HCA launches adventures from both the south entrance of Hells Canyon and Pittsburg Landing, straight into the Wild Section of the Snake River, considered the best portion of Hells Canyon (the heart of the canyon). From the moment you step on our boat, you’ll be in some of the most pristine country in the West.
- Exciting whitewater runs mixed with smooth cruising and jaw-dropping scenery
- HCA has been running Hells Canyon for 50 years, and we know every rapid, swimming spot, and historical area in the canyon. We know your time is important, so each trip is jam-packed with information and opportunities for fun and reconnection.
- Outstanding wildlife viewing—bighorn sheep and bald eagles are common, with chances to spot bears, otters, and osprey
- Historic sites like Sheep Creek, Kirkwood and many more .
- Fresh, delicious riverside lunch with plenty of drinks included







Let's Book Your Adventure
Your adventure with HCA and S & S River Outfitters is just a click away. Whether you’re chasing whitewater, wildlife, history, or pure wilderness relaxation, we’ll take care of the details—you just bring your sense of adventure.
Give us a Call: (208) 628-3733
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING
Excellent rating
Based on 78 reviewsVerified Fun on the Salmon River Our guide Aiden did a great job and provided my dad and I with a memorable fishing experience. This was our first drift boat fishing experience and we enjoyed it Lisa PNovember 25, 2025Verified Amazing trip! Amazing experience! Our guide took us up Hells Canyon and made it a trip we will never forget. Truly an enjoyable experience. Stacey DAugust 26, 2025Verified A memorable trip on the Salmon River! Terrific ride, tour & tales with Jess on the Salmon River!Brenda’s cooking is 5 star and abundant!Brenda made us welcome in their home.They know the area, love what they do and are gracious & accommodating hosts.It was another summer memory!May their success continue! Pamela RAugust 22, 2025Verified A great day out on the Salmon River on a jet boat. We had a great day out on the boat. The captain was great as was the deckhand. The scenery was beautiful. Enjoyed the time at Mollys cabin. The captain shared her story with us. Paula KJuly 19, 2025Verified Exceptional amazing Highly recommend. Excellent food. Excellent hospitality. Very clean cabins. They wonderful went above and beyond making our trip up the river our one night stay and back down the river a great adventure. Definitely going back with this company. Aja PJune 17, 2025Verified WOW!! This is our third trip on the Snake River with Peyton. I must say Peyton is very knowledgeable of the country and surroundings and a great River pilot. On our 8-hour day trip we caught two sturgeon released and numerous Bass. Give it a try you will love it. Verne Smith Homer28June 15, 2025Verified Unforgettable Jetboat tour Unforgettable Jet Boating Adventure!We had an absolutely epic full-day jet boating trip with Mountain River Outfitters, and it was nothing short of amazing! The river was running high with big water, making for an exhilarating and unforgettable ride. Mike, our captain, was incredible—his skill, knowledge, and sense of adventure made the entire experience safe, thrilling, and full of fun. From jaw-dropping rapids to stunning canyon views and great company, it was truly a day to remember. Huge thanks to Mountain River Outfitters for an outstanding adventure—we’ll be talking about this one for a long time! John VMay 13, 2025Verified Great Fishing trip with MRO 4th trip with Salmon river outfitters MRO. Had an amazing day. Weather was poor very windy, but Aiden was STELLAR handling the Drift Boat. Caught a whale of a steelhead. Hatchery fish Measuring 33”. A real trophy. Caught a couple salmon but released them. Erin SNovember 16, 2024Verified The NLBs Beautiful scenery, quiet little town. Our guide, Aiden, was very knowledgeable of the area and fishing techniques. He had a great attitude and kept the trip fun wether we were getting fish or not. We were out 3 days and got into some fish every day. Amazing experience and will definitely book again. William NNovember 16, 2024
Excellent rating
Based on 18 reviewsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Took a jet boat fishing trip up the Salmon River in early November this year. I have been fishing this river for the past 4 years, my first with S &S Outfitters. It was by far the best experience ever. Our guide, Brian, was fantastic, organized and funny. We cannot wait for our trip next year. Shane SullivanDecember 4, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Went on a 3 day 2 night trip called a cast and blast. The trip and guide service food at camp and the jet boat were absolutely second to none. This fishing and hunting trip was the most fun I have had in a long time. The camp cook prepared our breakfast and diners at camp and was far better than going out to eat anywhere. If there was an option for 10 stars these guys absolutely nailed it I will definitely be booking another trip in the future and if possible every year moving forward. We had Captain Peyton, and deck mate Aiden for a crew on the jet boat and they gave a little bit of history in Hells Canyon. Jon DevonOctober 6, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This was the first time for most of us Bass/Sturgeon fishing!! Mike and Aiden were amazing guides, we all caught bass and we caught 4 Sturgeon... with our last one being over 8 ft!! This will definitely be a new annual trip for us!! Thank you Mike and Aiden for having such a great sense of humor and making our experience unforgettable!! Tina KelleySeptember 9, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We loved our trip! Our guide was great, the boat ride was fun and exciting, and lunch was delicious! It was a perfect day! Desiree RowlandSeptember 9, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Took a jet boat ride through Hells Canyon from Pittsburg Landing boat launch with Captain Brian. A great ride and day spent on the Snake River. Brian was fantastic host and guide. Gave us a lot of history of various sites along the river, and he was spot on with fishing spots for smallmouth bass catching and releasing. I would recommend this outfitters company for the experience. And Brian would be your man for a fun, safe and great experience on the Snake River Donald BuchananSeptember 5, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great trip S&S are awesome. Very knowledgeable about the river and the conditions. We brought our friends from Kentucky down and everybody had a fantastic time. Would highly recommend anybody that wants to raft The salmon only call S&S river outfitters. 100% Jeff LewisSeptember 1, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'm not one to leave reviews as I'm a little old-fashioned. But I have to say Peyton and Aiden did a fabulous job on our sturgeon trip this last weekend. These guys kept us safe, yet made it feel like they were part of our group of friends fishing. They put us on the fish and gave us an epic boat ride. I've got to say if you're looking to have a really good time, these are your guys. We all look forward to our next trip with S & S and will be talking about this one for a long time. Great job, guys. My son will remember his bachelor party forever, and you helped make it happen. Rob JewettMay 20, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great place to stay and the food was delicious. Fishing was superb and most definitely will do this again. Thank you Jess and Brenda!! Abran MunizApril 7, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jess and Brenda are great hosts and offer fantastic trips. Just finished a spring steelhead trip that was absolutely the best. The food and lodging are great and the boat and fishing guide are the best on the river. Doug Von BergenMarch 16, 2025Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more