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THE SELWAY RIVER

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One of the wildest whitewater experiences in America—remote, rugged and unforgettable.

A SNAPSHOT OF THE SELWAY

Step into the wild solitude of the Selway where remote landscapes and, technical rapids come together to make this one of the most exclusive whitewater runs in the country.

Aerial view of the Selway River winding through a lush, forested wilderness canyon.
Idaho’s Selway River flows wild through some of the most protected wilderness in the Lower 48. Photo credit: Visit Idaho
Colorful wildflowers blooming with forested mountain ridges in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness.
Wildflowers bloom across the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness—nature’s quiet contrast to roaring whitewater. Photo credit: Visit Idaho
Whitewater rafting group charges through rapids on the Selway River in a SOAR Northwest raft.
SOAR Northwest guides a crew through Selway’s exhilarating Class III–IV whitewater. Photo credit: Visit Idaho
SOAR Northwest rafting group descends a narrow rapid on the Selway River, seen from above.
The Selway offers tight drops and adrenaline-pumping action. Photo credit: Visit Idaho
Group of whitewater rafters paddling the Selway River with SOAR Northwest, smiling and celebrating in calm water.
A joyful moment on the Selway River with SOAR Northwest. Photo credit: Visit Idaho
Orange raft tackles a powerful rapid on the Selway River, surrounded by forested canyon walls.
Powerful whitewater and dramatic cliffs make the Selway River an unforgettable ride. Photo credit: Visit Idaho
Orange raft maneuvers through a rocky, technical section of the Selway River.
Technical rapids demand precision on this challenging stretch of the Selway. Photo credit: Visit Idaho

READY FOR THE NEXT DROP?

The Bruneau River

This river is a hidden gem of Idaho’s high desert. Towering basalt cliffs, technical rapids and complete solitude make the Bruneau a dream for those seeking adventure off the beaten path. Explore a lesser-traveled stretch of whitewater with scenery and challenges unlike anywhere else in the West.

Rafting group paddles through a gentle section of the Selway River, framed by leafy trees.
Selway Episode
Selway Episode

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