Raft Rental

For over 40 years, we have provided rental gear to river runners. We have the knowledge, equipment, facilities, location, and desire to provide you with the very best equipment and service.

We provide equipment rentals for trips on the Middle Fork and the  Main Salmon rivers.

Rental Packages	Rate "per day on the river"
16' Self Bailer Oar Boat	$200
15' Self Bailer Oar Boat	$190
14' Self Bailer Oar Boat	$180
13' Self Bailer Oar Boat	$165

For more information, see descriptions of "Rental Packages" below.

Rafts are rented on a first come basis. We have a large inventory, but for best selection please make your reservations early: call (208) 756-3958 or email blackadarboating@custertel.

Pickup and Delivery Information

We can deliver your rental gear to the put-in and pick it up at the take-out at no charge if your "Rental Only" or "Rental plus Shuttles" meets the following minimums: Tips appreciated.

Middle Fork
	Equipment Rental + Shuttles	$1500
Main Salmon
	Equipment Rental + Shuttles	$2000

Rental Packages

Our rental packages include 16', 15', 14', and 13' rafts. You may use one inflatable kayak at no charge with each raft rented.

Kitchen packages (utensils, pots & pans, stoves, etc.) are available for $300.00 per trip with the rental of one or more rafts. See our Kitchen Equipment Checklist for details.

16' Self-Bailer Oar Boat

$200.00 per "day on the river"

Includes:

16' Self-bailer raft, frame, & oars	Repair kit
2 Dry boxes & Large cooler	Water jugs
Cargo sling & cargo net	Life jackets
Throw rope	Large & small waterproof bags
Pump	Assorted straps
Firepan	Porta Potty (add'l cleaning fee)
Ash can	Bucket
Shovel	Strainer

 

For a detailed list of equipment, see our Rental Equipment Checklist.

15' Self-Bailer Oar Boat

$190 per "day on the river"

Includes:

15' Self-bailer raft, frame, & oars	Repair kit
2 Dry boxes & Large cooler	Water jugs
Cargo sling & cargo net	Life jackets
Throw rope	Large & small waterproof bags
Pump	Assorted straps
Firepan	Porta Potty (add'l cleaning fee)
Ash can	Bucket
Shovel	Strainer

 

For a detailed list of equipment, see our Rental Equipment Checklist.

14' Self-Bailer Oar Boat

$180.00 per "day on the river"

Includes:

14' Self-bailer raft, frame, & oars	Repair kit
2 Dry boxes & Large cooler	Water jugs
Cargo sling & cargo net	Life jackets
Throw rope	Large & small waterproof bags
Pump	Assorted straps
Firepan	Porta Potty (add'l cleaning fee)
Ash can	Bucket
Shovel	Strainer

 

For a detailed list of equipment, see our Rental Equipment Checklist.

13' Self-Bailer Oar Boat

$165.00 per "day on the river"

Includes:

13' Self-bailer raft, frame, & oars	Repair kit
1 Dry box & Large cooler	Water jugs
Cargo sling & cargo net	Life jackets
Throw rope	Large & small waterproof bags
Pump	Assorted straps
Firepan	Porta Potty (add'l cleaning fee)
Ash can	Bucket
Shovel	Strainer

 

For a detailed list of equipment, see our Rental Equipment Checklist.

Food Shopping Service

Breann at Salmon River Food Packs provides excellent menu planning, food shopping, and packing services. Visit her webpage or call (208) 756-7002 for more information.

FAQs About Raft Rental

When will you deliver the rental equipment to the put-in?

The day prior to your launch or the day of your launch, whichever you prefer.

When will you pick up the rental equipment?

We will pick up the rental gear the day you come off the river at an agreed upon time.

What equipment do you provide that is required by the Forest Service?

The Forest Service requires a porta-potty, fire pan, ash can, strainer, bucket, and shovel. Blackadar Boating can provide all of the equipment required by the Forest Service.

What is the number of days allowed by the Forest Service for Middle Fork and Main Salmon river trips?

Group Size	Length of Trip
1-10 persons	8 days
11-20 persons	7 days
21+ persons	6 days

 

What happens if I lose or damage rental equipment?

Lost or damaged equipment is replaced or repaired at our current costs.