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Embrace True Idaho with an Exhilarating Experience By Hammer Down River Excursions

Last updated June 28, 2021 by Dani Hansen

One of Idaho’s most loved assets is the unique rivers and waterways that provide outdoor adventure! With over 100,000 miles of river, there is so much to explore. Hammer Down River Excursions river tours and fishing expeditions in White Bird, Idaho are the perfect way to explore the rural waterways of central Idaho, including Hells Canyon and the Salmon River. 

Homer Brown, the owner of Hammer Down River Excursions, is an Idaho native and United States Army Veteran. With over 15 years of experience, Brown has grown a trusted and knowledgeable team that is ready to create memorable and fun adventures for expedition-seekers.

Idaho Water Adventure Tours 

Want to beat the summer heat while exploring more of Idaho? Hammer Down River has experts ready to guide you on a river adventure. Not only are their river tours fun and breathtaking, but guided by expert river guides that keep you safe and educated on the Idaho local rivers.

There are many tours available to fit your adventure needs! Each tour is uniquely planned to give you the authentic experience you’ve been craving, from scenic family trips to an adventurous date. One cruise, the Salmon River dinner Cruise, gives you a fine dining experience, with signature drinks and appetizers while embracing the beautiful Idaho views that surround you.

Their many tours include:

  • Hells Canyon Dam Tours - the deepest canyon in North America
  • Scenic River Tour - incredible views and splashing rapids
  • Salmon River Dinner Cruise - wine and dine experience perfect for groups of four
  • Power Hour Tour - hour worth of crazy, fast pace, whitewater experience 
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World Class Idaho Fishing Adventures

Steelhead & Sturgeon Fishing on the Salmon River & in Hell’s Canyon

Whether you are new to fishing or an old pro, Hammer Down Excursions is the perfect excuse to get out on the river for an exciting fishing experience. Located on the Salmon River and Hell’s Canyon, you will experience the best fishing Idaho has to offer. 

Not only can you catch massive steelhead salmon, but veteran owner, Homer Brown, has expert experience in sturgeon fishing adventures with multiple Idaho catch-and-release records to prove it. These ancient river monsters can grow up to 12-feet long and require experience guides to be reeled in. Brown is a dedicated fishing guide that will take you on the guided Idaho fishing trip of your dreams. The professional guides will offer you a chance to learn from their expertise, sharing all the tips they've come to learn. Each fishing excursion is on a US Coast Guard certified boat, so you know you are safe to tackle the whitewater in between you, and the perfect fishing spot. 

Hammer Down River Excursions | Totally Boise 2021 Summer Mag

Photo Credit: Hammer Down River Excursions

Hammer Down River Excursions | Totally Boise 2021 Summer Mag

Photo Credit: Hammer Down River Excursions

Tours can be upgraded and customized. The base tours include:

  • Jet Boat Fishing
  • Salmon Fishing
  • Sturgeon Fishing
  • Bass & Trout Fishing
  • Cast & Blast Trips

Totally Boise is proudly promoting a veteran-owned business that provides one-in-a-lifetime experiences. 

If you are looking for an authentic Idaho excursion, Hammer Down River is the place for you. Because of their unique location in Whitebird, Idaho, they give guests access to some of the most remote and hidden landscapes in Idaho. Each US Coast Guard certified boat is well equipped to tackle any rapid to get you to your perfect scenic or fishing destination. From the deepest dam - Hell’s Canyon, to whitewater on the Salmon River, you can turn to Hammer Down for a fun, safe, and memorable Idaho experience. 

Time to plan the experience you’ll never forget:

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