Legendary River Trips

Since 1972, ECHO has run the highest quality river trips possible: well-organized, ecologically sound, meaningful experiences. You can choose from the two best family river trips in the West: the Middle Fork of the Salmon River in Idaho or the Rogue River in Oregon. We are one of the most experienced, most respected and best run river outfitters around.

An ECHO river trip is a legendary adventure for friends and family. On a river trip, you will not only experience a wilderness adventure, but also spend quality time with your family and friends. Your days are spent winding through scenic canyons, watching for wildlife and splashing through rapids. Evenings offer plenty of time to play games, reconnect with loved ones and enjoy sumptuous feasts prepared by our professional guides. Your river trip will offer a unique experience that the family will cherish for years to come.

Our trips range from mild to wild and vary in length from three to six days. Each river has something special to offer from local history and geology to wildlife and scenery. Whichever trip you choose, you will be provided with all the necessary gear and be accompanied by our professional and entertaining river guides. Choose a river trip this year and experience an adventure your family won't soon forget.

The Latest Word (our blog)

    Trip Report from the River – What’s going on on the Rogue?

    “It’s going to be a hot one!” was the cheery announcement from Katrina, our trip leader. There were 5 of us in the front of the truck – still groggy and waiting for the coffee to kick in. The truck, affectionately named Howie, was loaded for the trip – trailer with rafts and [...]

    Great News for the Middle Fork Snowpack

    The early reports for the Idaho snowpack this season have indicated that it will not be another huge water year like we saw in 2008 and 2009, but the cool spring has us hopeful for a nice, long season on the Middle Fork of the Salmon. The past few weeks and today’s weather forecast are [...]

    Rogue Recess(ion) is Back!

    It has come to our attention that many people are forgoing their family vacations this year in light of the recession. As promoters of summer fun, we simply find this unacceptable. A summer without a vacation is like a school day without recess. And for many of us, summer vacation is our last hope of [...]

    Final Call for Guide School Applications

    Do you see yourself making a morning commute by raft and conferencing around a campfire? How about having an office complete with fresh air and the best views. How about having winters off to ski, climb or raft rivers throughout the world? If so, then river guiding could be right up your alley, [...]