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CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE FISHING TRIPS IDAHO Middle Fork Salmon Dry Fly Fishing Middle Fork Salmon Combination Fish & Raft Middle Fork Fall Upper River Trip Middle Fork Canyon Section Fall Fly Fishing Main Salmon River Cast & Blast OREGON Rogue River Steelhead Fishing McKenzie River Fishing Owyhee River Trip RAFTING TRIPS IDAHO Middle Fork Salmon Rafting Main Salmon Canyon Rafting OREGON Rogue River Raft & Camp Rogue River Raft & Lodge RESERVATIONS Book or Manage a Reservation Dates Book Your Trip Trip Registration Boise to Stanley Travel Guide FAQ STORE GALLERY ABOUT Why Helfrich River Cuisine Boat Types Meet The Team Helfrich History River News CONTACT US Select Page Welcome to the best drift boat fly-fishing trips & whitewater rafting trips Join the Helfrich family for a drift boat fly fishing or whitewater rafting trip in Oregon or Idaho. Helfrich River Trips are known as the most deluxe trips offered in the picturesque Pacific Northwest. These trips offer a wonderful experience for guests of all ages. The words History” and Tradition” to us, at Helfrich River Outfitters, are extremely important because they represent much of what we stand for. The Helfrich name has been synonymous with river running since the mid 1920s. We are committed to excellent service and safety of our guests. With state-of-the-art equipment, delicious freshly prepared meals, and a friendly experienced professional staff, we are able to provide a wonderful river experience. The Rogue River’s Blossom Bar Rapid: A Blend of History and Thrill The Rogue River is a beloved destination for multi-day river expeditions, drawing adventurers from around the world every year. Since 1968, it has been one of the original eight Wild and Scenic Rivers, celebrated for its exhilarating rapids, unique fishery,... Read More Shootin’ Blossom – Dynamiting Blossom Bar Rapid on the Rogue River Dave and Dick Helfrich, Editor Roger Fletcher Blossom Bar is a Class IV rapid on the Rogue River. It is called ‘Blossom” because of the wild azaleas that dominate the flora in that immediate area. In the last seven years Blossom has taken seven lives. A notorious rock... Read More Buttermilk Biscuit Recipe If you have ever been on a multi-day Helfrich trip, you have most likely enjoyed the family recipe for dutch oven buttermilk biscuits. These biscuits are a fluffy, flavorful, delight that make any meal amazing. Top them with butter and jam or honey, make a biscuit... Read More Guide Spotlight: Kris Belozer – Outfitter, Guide & Family Man Raised on the banks of The Deschutes River, Kris Belozer grew up learning about the river from his dad, Jon. Jon founded Belozer’s Whitewater Fishing in 1984, and began bringing his only son to work with him when he was 2 years old. With a gear boater as a... Read More Roughing It In Style – By Bob Zagorin July 1992 - Northwest Parks and Wildlife Magazine - Written by Bob Zagorin Picture this. You told the folks back home you were going camping for a week in "The River of No Return" Wilderness. They were duly impressed. No doubt visions of Lewis and Clark came to mind.... Read More Whitewater Rafting Trip Guest Reviews Gary & Cheryl Plagmann – Middle Fork of the Salmon Your staff is excellent and a tribute to Prince, your father and to you. What a legacy with Kelsey next inline. We’re not sure when we’ve been so pampered, had so many thrills, caught so many fish and got such constructive teaching, heard too many stories to remember and ate too much great food. So much friendship and laughter.” The Urman Family – Lower Main Salmon rafting trip What a wonderful adventure we had with you on the Lower Main! Everything surpassed our expectations: the scenery, the fishing, and the food were all top-notch. No one can really appreciate such a special family experience without having it firsthand. You and your crew really know how to keep your guests satisfied and wanting to come back for more.” Marcia Stout – Rogue River rafting trip Our raft trip was given rave reviews by everyone who went! You did a great job of cooking, rowing and arranging for sunny days. I just want you to know your hard work and organization, as well as your good humor, were truly appreciated. Thanks so much for your expertise and hospitality.” Emon A Mahony, Jr. – Lower Main Salmon fall hunting trip Your confident assertion that I would thoroughly enjoy myself in Idaho was a serious understatement. My wife and I have never enjoyed ourselves more on a trip. It was all I anticipated and hoped it would be, with a lot of unexpected pleasant surprises thrown in. It is always a pleasure to be associated with professionals in any venture, and professional is the best description of Ken and his associates.” Lisa Burges – Middle Fork of the Salmon Thanks again for such a fun time on the Middle Fork. You guys really do an awesome job – heck you turned an admitted princess” like me into a camper”! Thanks again.” Vicki Howard – Middle Fork of the Salmon I just wanted to thank you again for a fabulous trip. The company, food, sights, feelings and spirits” were all so perfect. I can’t imagine a better vacation! We are already talking about our next trip with you all!” Jane and Kameron Maxwell – Middle Fork of the Salmon trip We have taken fly fishing trips in various places throughout the world. Our trip down the Middle Fork of the Salmon River with Helfrich River Outfitters was truly a world-class experience. Each day of the float provided new topography, flora, fauna, as well as action packed fishing for gorgeous native trout. We loved this trip and plan to repeat it next year!” The Wild and Scenic Rogue” Reviewed February 6, 2014 NEW Wonderful Trip, experienced guides, good fishing, great company. The food was good and the spirits (human and otherwise), couldn’t have been better. It is a wonderful way to celebrate Oregon. Visited September 2013 Wonderful Days on theMcKenzie River, OR” Reviewed February 6, 2014 NEW I have had many opportunities to fish the McKenzie River with Helfrich River Outfitters. Every experience was filled with great fishing, beautiful scenery and amazing guides. The guides know so much about the river–the history and fishing techniques. They provide a beautiful delicious shore lunch and take every opportunity to stop and take in the majestic scenery on the McKenzie River. The family’s history on the river is so interesting and charming. I feel so fortunate to know the Helfrich family and will look forward to another great fishing weekend in June with a group of lady friends–Ladies on the Fly. These adventures are memories of a lifetime! It rejuvenates the soul!!! Visited June 2013 Middle Fork Salmon River Idaho” Reviewed February 6, 2014 There are a lot of outfitters that can manage the river, but few, if any, can match the overall experience of a Helfrich trip. Regardless of your experience level, they make you feel inclusive from the very beginning to the last minute on the way home. A memory is the one thing that no one can take from an individual. My wife of 40 years has very high standards when it comes to travel experiences, yet when I mention the possibility of a Helfrich trip, regardless of location, it rises to the top. Easily surpassing Mexico, Hawaii, Europe or Asia, it doesn’t matter where we book a trip, but it does matter with whom we travel with. Without going into the details , as that could be a book, I can easily say that a Helfrich river experience is a memory made that is hard to surpass, and one that is easily recalled. Visited July 2013 Wild and Scenic Rogue Wedding” Reviewed February 13, 2014 This was my 7th trip with Helfrich River Outfitters and like all my previous experiences they’ve always exceeded my expectations. They are a truly amazing family and a wonderful group of guides that cater to your every need. Our trip was organized by a great friend who was getting married riverside and wanted a unique experience to share with his family and friends; he got it. It...