Expert-guided jet boat fishing with gear, and tackle.
4–8 hrs
Up to 6 people
Gear and tackle
Fish the Salmon River with expert guides on a scenic jet boat. Target Sturgeon, Bass, Trout, Salmon, and Steelhead with gear and tackle.
Sturgeon fishing is strictly catch and release, and species availability varies by season: Sturgeon, Bass, and Trout are available March through October; Steelhead from October 10 through March; and Fall Chinook from mid-August through October. Check-in is at 7:00 AM Pacific Time at the White Bird office. Guests are advised to bring sun protection during warmer months and warm layers during colder months. Lunch may be provided for an additional fee.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
Cancellations under 48 hours may be rescheduled.
Product ID: C7UW9Z
280 River Street (1906 BREW'S) White Bird, ID 83554
Homer, Kevin, Harry, Jeff, and Carl have built something special on the Snake River, and travelers consistently rave about the personalized attention and professional operation. The guides are praised for their knowledge of the area, exceptional boatsmanship, and ability to create memorable experiences whether you're fishing for bass and sturgeon, taking a sunset dinner cruise, or getting a jetback shuttle from multi-day rafting trips. The food gets particular shoutouts, especially the BBQ ribs served at the dam, and guests love that these tours feel intimate rather than cramped onto crowded barges. Most visitors describe thrilling yet safe adventures through stunning Hells Canyon scenery, spotting bighorn sheep and eagles along the way. The crew adapts to conditions and goes out of their way to ensure everyone has a great time, from helping kids catch fish to sharing local stories. One reviewer had a frustrating experience with disorganization and communication problems around scheduling, but this seems to be an isolated incident in an otherwise overwhelmingly positive track record. Families, repeat visitors, and large private groups all seem to leave with stories they can't wait to share.
This was an Epic day , I caught so many fish and Paige the deck hand she was amazing so is the Captain . Lunch was really good ribs, potato salad, regular salad and these cute little jar desserts they really did a great job showing our adaptive group a really great time
Diana Witt
August 29, 2026
This was an Epic day , I caught so many fish and Paige the deck hand she was amazing so is the Captain . Lunch was really good ribs, potato salad, regular salad and these cute little jar desserts they really did a great job showing our adaptive group a really great time
Diana Witt
August 29, 2026
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