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Steelhead and Trout Fishing

Hells canyon
STeelhead

Fish the heart of Hells Canyon on a Snake River steelhead fishing adventure starting at Hells canyon Dam or Pittsburgh Landing. This remote stretch of river flows through North America’s deepest river gorge and offers world-class Steelhead, Trout, Bass and Fall King Salmon opportunities in a setting few anglers ever experience.

With limited road access and dramatic terrain, Hells Canyon provides an unmatched wilderness fishing environment. Our jet boats allow safe passage through challenging whitewater and direct access to productive steelhead runs on both the Snake River and the lower end of the Salmon. All tackle and lunch are provided.

Salmon River
STeelhead

Salmon River Steelhead trips provide the highest quality Idaho fishing adventures. Our steelhead fishing guides are professional, experienced fisherman that will give you the best opportunity to safely hook into that Steelhead or Salmon you have always wanted. With many miles of Idaho’s best steelhead fishing directly accessible from our headquarters in Riggins Idaho, we can offer the most avid sportsman the best in Idaho guided Steelhead fishing.

All of our trips are guided in drift or jet boats by knowledgeable guides of not only the river but also the history surrounding this area and its fish. A good lunch, quality rods and gear provided along with a propane heater for your comfort.

Steelhead Fishing Charters

$250/ person

Hells Canyon Dam

This guided trip provides access to remote steelhead and trout fishing from the Hells Canyon Dam while enjoying the stunning scenery of this awesome canyon wilderness. Our experienced guides tailor the day to your skill level, whether you’re new to steelhead fishing or a seasoned angler chasing trophy fish.

Trip Includes

Full-day guided jet boat steelhead fishing

Experienced, knowledgeable Salmon River guides

All rods, reels, tackle, and bait provided

Riverside lunch and beverages

Steelhead Season: Mid-October through Febuary(Call for Reservations and Availability

Price … $250 per person (minimum of 5)

salmon river steelhead guides
$250/ person

Pittsburg Landing or Salmon River

We have access to the best and most remote steelhead water beyond the road system, allowing anglers to fish prime runs with minimal pressure while enjoying the stunning scenery of the Salmon or Snake River Wilderness. Choose from Lower Salmon, Hells Canyon or the Frank Church wilderness for your adventure.

Trip Includes

Full-day guided jet boat steelhead fishing

Experienced, knowledgeable Salmon River guides

All rods, reels, tackle, and bait provided

Riverside lunch and beverages

Steelhead Season: October through March (Call for Reservations and Availability)

Price … $250 per person (minimum of 5)

We fish some of the most spectacular wilderness in the country. With permits covering more river miles in Idaho than any other fishing outfitter, we can always put you on the fish. If conditions aren’t ideal in one area, we simply move to another. Using jet boats or drift boats, we access remote water few others can reach—delivering the best possible fishing experience every time.

Hells Canyon offers some of the best year-round fishing opportunities in Idaho. The Snake River’s consistent water temperatures create one of the highest fish-per-mile river sections in the region, supporting a diverse and healthy fishery. Anglers can target steelhead, trout, smallmouth bass, prehistoric white sturgeon, and fall Chinook salmon. Our custom jet boats are designed to safely navigate the canyon’s challenging whitewater, providing reliable access to prime fishing areas and a truly memorable river experience.

The “River of No Return” the Salmon River is the largest undammed river in the lower 48 states, with hundreds of miles of natural spawning habitat for wild steelhead. Flowing largely through protected wilderness, the Salmon River offers breathtaking scenery and abundant wildlife throughout its corridor. It is nationally recognized for strong runs of both wild and hatchery steelhead, along with excellent opportunities for trout, bass, and salmon fishing.

Fishing Season Calendar

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(208) 628-3733

What Our Customers Are Saying

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Even though I’ve never booked a trip with them, seeing how their crew jumped into action to rescue that downed pilot in the canyon last summer spoke volumes. It’s clear the folks at Hells Canyon Adventures have real integrity and a heart for helping others. That kind of selfless character is more than enough to earn my business! Good on Dillon and the rest of the team. The world needs more of that.
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Just saw you guys on Freedom fox - God bless you Dylan - amazing cool guys ! Very kind guys Greetings from Glasgow Scotland
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Emily Tuttle
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Booked a full day jet boat tour leaving from Hells Canyon Dam for myself and my 10 year old son. We had an amazing time! Our guide was very knowledgeable. The provided lunch was delicious and filling! Despite the smoke from the surrounding wildfires, the views were gorgeous and the rapids were thrilling! Highly recommend HCA!
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Dusty was great yesterday. We seen bears deer and goats . Lunch was very good and fresh. This was our second time on this boat. Such a blast. Will be back soon. !
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Judi Goldstein
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We had wonderful half day tour on the jet boat. Cody, our captain, was fabulous. Great day all around. Tip: stay in Halfway to be only about 1.5 hours drive away.
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Joey Terrell
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Great experience and guide.
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I have not used their service but just watched the YouTube video where they rescued and helped the pilot that crashed in the canyon in summer 2025. You can tell in the video that Hells Canyon Adventure's team are genuine good people willing to go out of their way to help a stranger. That alone would make me give them my business! Plus, riding the river looks awesome!
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MindyB
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We went out with Cody and Dusty and it was a great time! Very relaxed, knowledgeable, and passionate about getting you on the fish!!