White Water Paddling in Boise, ID

Fun, class III whitewater makes a great family trip with exciting rapids separated by sections of flat great for swimming when the water is warm.

A favorite day float on a gorgeous stretch of river, the 16-mile rafting trip on the South Fork of the Boise River offers excellent fishing, minimal rapids and a good dose of remote canyon solitude.

One of the city’s newest, most exciting recreational attractions, the hydraulic Wave Shaper at Boise River Park creates a perfect “park and play” wave.

A crown jewel of boating and one of the top rivers to run in the US (and world), the Class IV Middle Fork flows through the largest wilderness area in the lower-48.

Cutting deep into a canyon of the same name, the challenging Bruneau is incredibly scenic and incredibly remote, with sheer walls coming straight out of the water.

A premier whitewater park, Kelly’s is a favorite playground of kayakers, paddleboarders, river surfers, tubers and canoeists.

The South Fork of the Payette River is a fast 5-mile stretch of the Payette which offers a perfect run for either a quick after work session or a long day of thrilling whitewater adventure, with options to extend above or below the put in.

A great day-run on The River of No Return featuring wide-open rapids, long stretches of flat water and nice sandy beaches for a lunch break.

A very popular section of river, the Main of the Payette is close to the city for fast access, and features fun, but straightforward whitewater.