River Activities

Idaho BLM Rivers Map	Boat Registration and Titling	River Classifications	Frequently Asked Questions
Boater Guides and Maps	Invasive Species Sticker Requirements	Whitewater Safety Tips	Additional Information
Idaho BLM River Database	Firepans and Portable Toilets	Fire Pans Portable Toilets for Lower Salmon	Things to Pack & Remember

The BLM manages several spectacular Idaho river systems that offer world-class recreational opportunities. The Owyhee, Bruneau and Jarbidge Rivers in southwest Idaho, the South Fork Snake River in eastern Idaho, and the Lower Salmon and Payette Rivers in west-central Idaho each have distinctive characteristics and offer different recreational experiences. Each river system offers outstanding scenery and provides a different balance of boating and fishing opportunities.

Several river systems, such as the Owyhee and Bruneau-Jarbidge, offer truly challenging whitewater in remote wilderness settings and are only appropriate for multiple-day journeys by skilled and experienced boaters. Stretches of both these rivers have been added to the Wild and Scenic River System.  Other rivers, such as the South Fork Snake, have calmer water, excellent access, great fishing and are perfect for day-trips. The Lower Salmon and Payette Rivers are mountain rivers with excellent whitewater, good access, and offer a range of boating experiences.

The following links provide boating guides and other detailed information to help you explore the rivers of Idaho BLM. Please don’t hesitate to contact our field office recreation specialists if you have any questions or seek additional information.

Bruneau/Jarbidge Rivers | Owyhee River | Lower Salmon River | South Fork of Snake River 

BOATERS - The Idaho Invasive Species Law and Boater Registration
Any boat registered in Idaho or another state, and any non-motorized vessel (canoe, kayak, raft, drift boat, etc.) is required to purchase and display IISF stickers in order to legally launch and operate in Idaho.  Inflatable, non-motorized vessels less than 10 feet in length are exempt.