By Susan Becker
The Middle Fork of the Salmon River is known for its legendary whitewater by many, but it’s also a cold, clear wilderness fishery with native trout, mountain whitefish, and (seasonally) migratory salmonids moving through the basin. Idaho Fish and Game lists the Middle Fork Salmon River’s recommended game fish as cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, bull … Continued
By Susan Becker
This guide breaks down how the Four Rivers Lottery and Middle Fork Salmon permits work, what “private” vs. “outfitted” really means, and, most importantly, what you do (and don’t) need to worry about if you’re joining a guided trip with Middle Fork Rapid Transit. If you’ve spent any time researching Idaho’s Middle Fork of the … Continued
By Susan Becker
Soaking in a riverside hot spring while rafts bob in an emerald-green eddy is one of the signature moments on a Middle Fork of the Salmon trip. When you travel with Middle Fork Rapid Transit (MFRT), your guides handle the logistics so you can simply step off the raft, slip into the water, and relax. … Continued
By Susan Becker
Knowing the Middle Fork of the Salmon River fishing regulations is a must if you are an angler. If you’re planning a Middle Fork trip with Middle Fork Rapid Transit (or you’re just researching), this guide walks through the current Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) regulations that apply specifically to the Middle Fork … Continued
