Middle Fork Wilderness Outfitters
Middle Fork Wilderness Outfitters
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Middle Fork Wilderness Outfitters offers rafting, kayaking, and fishing trips on Idaho's Middle Fork of the Salmon River - 100 miles of whitewater through the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Area.
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Luke Tanaka
2 contributions
Aug 2019
I've been on countless raft trips in my lifetime, both self supported and guided. Our trip with MFWO was hands down the best experience I've ever had on the water. We booked a private trip with a large group of friends and Willis + crew tailored the trip to us flawlessly. MFWO brought the perfect balance of professionalism and fun. With every detail taken care of, we were able to unwind and enjoy the middle fork to its fullest extent. Most importantly, we feel we left the river with lifelong friends in the MFWO crew. We will absolutely be booking with Willis again in the future.
Written January 2, 2020
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earlstod
Tallahassee, FL3 contributions
Aug 2020
MFWO is a great outfit. Our trip on the middle fork will be something we will remember forever. The staff is attentive to all of the details. They helped my 11 year old son and 15 year old daughter learn to fly fish. Safety was always the number one priority but fun was a very close second. We never felt rushed at any stops and always had plenty of time to explore. The guides were knowledgable about the regional history. We never felt pressured to do things that felt uncomfortable for us. Guides made 5 star meals every night. I really don't know if I've eaten better at any resort. Best of all, the guides became friends, took time to get to know us, hung out with our kids and just made it feel like a big family. Highly recommend MFWO.
Written December 9, 2020
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Thanks for the great feedback Earl. My folks had an awesome time getting to know your family. Glad we were able to make it memorable for all of you. Hope to see you again!
Written July 5, 2021
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Desi S
Girdwood, AK2 contributions
Aug 2019 • Friends
With best friends from the past and best friends made on this trip, our lives were all changed and enhanced after experiencing the middle fork wilderness with the MFWO crew. I’m a guide on expeditions in Alaska and have never seen river skills, camping and cooking skills, and sheer awesomeness in another group of people as I did with the Middle Fork Wilderness Outfitters. Professional and fun you guys truly blew me away! I could not give a higher rating! Don’t hesitate and go with MFWO!
Written January 1, 2020
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DandC
Eugene, OR2 contributions
Jul 2021
My son and I had a fantastic time. The guides were knowledgeable and made our time down the river very memorable. The food far exceeded my expectations as well. Each day was a choose-your-own-adventure trip. We could go on hikes, float on the gear boat, run an IK, or be a part of a paddleboat crew.
The campsites were spacious and very relaxing. I was impressed how they maximized each day on the river and didn’t get to camp too soon. However, at the same time, we weren’t rushed to break camp in the morning either.
We are booking a trip for next year!
The campsites were spacious and very relaxing. I was impressed how they maximized each day on the river and didn’t get to camp too soon. However, at the same time, we weren’t rushed to break camp in the morning either.
We are booking a trip for next year!
Written July 23, 2021
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John H
4 contributions
Jul 2023
Outstanding team that really jelled during our trip. They worked extremely hard and also took time to enjoy and celebrate during our 6 day float trip on the Middle Fork of the Salmon river.
The culture of the company is unique and it was on full display during our trip. I highly recommend this company and team.
Gorgeous country and an outstanding group of families on our trip!
The culture of the company is unique and it was on full display during our trip. I highly recommend this company and team.
Gorgeous country and an outstanding group of families on our trip!
Written July 22, 2023
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Stanley F
1 contribution
Jul 2022
The excellent scenery and white water are a given. The personable, hard-working and knowledgeable guides greatly added to the overall experience. The food and culinary expertise of the guides exceeded my best expectations. Tents I could stand up in and cots were nice!
Written August 1, 2022
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Thanks for the kind words, Stan! We loved having your family along on a Middle Fork adventure - glad you all loved it, too!
Written September 26, 2022
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kcfriedberg
New York City, NY66 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Mike Oldham and his team were truly amazing. It was just an incredible trip with great guides, great food and we got super lucky with the weather. The whole crew, Dan, Tanner, Lara, Chris, Ted, Kyle, Carl led by Mike made it a truly unforgettable trip. We were fortune to join the six day river medicine trip with Gabe’s which we can’t highly recommend enough. We were incredibly fortunate to be able to go off the top. The scenery was amazing, the camps incredible.
Mike is truly the “mayor” of the middle fork. Book confidently with Mike and his team. You won’t regret it.
Mike is truly the “mayor” of the middle fork. Book confidently with Mike and his team. You won’t regret it.
Written June 28, 2024
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Lisa T
Davis, CA1 contribution
Jul 2023
If you are looking for a trip of a lifetime with highly skilled guides whose top priorities are that you have an awesome experience, eat amazing food, are comfortable and sleep well at night, have a chance to truly enjoy 100 miles of pristine untouched wilderness, and your safety is their priority, then MFWO is your outfitter for the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. I have never written a review and I have traveled quite a bit in my lifetime, but I was so impressed with this outfitter that I wanted to share it with others. Mike and Will run a top-notch operation and have a team of guides who are genuinely friendly, knowledgeable, technically skilled, have a “can do” attitude, exceptional communication skills, and are excellent chefs. To boot, the level of professionalism and camaraderie between the guides is unparalleled. Before embarking on this journey, I thought that the rafting, scenery, wildlife, and being “unplugged” would be the highlights of this trip, but in the end, the things that my family and our friends have continued to talk about are the guides and what wonderful hardworking, pleasant, knowledgeable, environmentally dedicated, and truly wonderful people they are. The food was exceptional, the service was impeccable, and the list of what to pack was spot on. The equipment (waterproof bags, tents, cots, sleeping bags, rafts, etc.) was durable and super functional. My things stayed dry and I was comfortable during the day and night and on and off the water. Thanks to Mike and his team for making my first rafting trip down the Middle Fork of the Salmon River so memorable. I am looking forward to my next trip with MFWO, as it is no longer a bucket list experience…it is resetting my priorities and connecting with nature and exceptional people experience!!!
Written July 27, 2023
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Brook229
1 contribution
Jun 2021
Had a great week on the river! Weather was perfect and the food was fantastic. The guides were well versed and made the trip run smoothly. Thanks MFWO:)
Written July 9, 2021
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Thanks Brook! Glad you and your friends were able to celebrate graduation with MFWO. Congrats to all of you!
Written July 14, 2021
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John C
Bend, OR5 contributions
Jul 2020
Super awesome trip of a lifetime! Three generations of my family enjoyed the adventure on so many levels; family time, exciting rapids, history, natural beauty, meeting new friends. I recommend it to everyone!
Written December 1, 2020
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Thanks John, it was great having your family on the river...your dad was a trooper!
Written July 5, 2021
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