River Trips
Idaho Mountain Recreation uses the following ratings as defined by the International Scale of River Difficulty:
- Class 1: swiftwater, small rough areas (minimal paddling skills)
- Class 2: rough water, small drops, some rocks, requires manuevering (basic paddling skills)
- Class 3: whitewater, medium waves, drops to 5 feet, requires significant manuevering (experienced paddling skills)
- Class 4: whitewater, large waves, rocks and hazards, considerable drops, sharp manuevering (whitewater experience)
- Class 5: whitewater, large waves, large rocks and hazards, large drops, precise manuevering (advanced whitewater experience)
Upcoming River Trips Trips
OCT22010
Float the Boise River from Star to Middleton
Join us in exploring the Star-to-Middleton section of the Boise river, about 10 miles. This trip is appropriate for small craft such as inflatable kayaks and canoes. You must be able to ferry, eddy turn, and avoid snags/hazards. There is at least one portage and areas where lifting/lining may be required. No dogs, please.
» Trip Details Skill Level: Class 1
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