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Fred Taylor

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Fish for Steelhead on the scenic Salmon River near Riggins, Idaho with Fred, your expert guide at Salmon River Drifters. Fred & his crew will give you an unforgettable day of Steelhead fishing! Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-timer, Fred & SRD will provide everything you need, including all gear, lunch, and a heated drift boat to keep you comfortable during your adventure.

Enjoy pristine stretches of the Salmon River with SRD while they expertly navigate the whitewater and deep canyons with their Willie Drift Boats. With a lifetime of experience growing up in this canyon, Fred brings deep local knowledge to each trip, sharing his passion for fishing and the outdoors with anglers of all skill levels

SRD is a team of river lovers and diehard Steelhead fishermen. We even fish on our days off! A day on the water with us is relaxed. We primarily back troll (pulling plugs) or drift fish for Steelhead. It is a very beginner-friendly way to get into big fish.

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About Your Guide

Fred Taylor

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

41" Steelhead - Idaho

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Reverse seared steak on the Traeger!

How did you get started guiding?

I grew up on the banks of the Salmon River. Being on and near the water was my lifestyle. It was a natural transition to move into the world of guiding as soon as I was able to. I professionally guided fishing & wilderness rafting trips for a decade before I decided to branch off on my own and form Salmon River Drifters, it was the best decision we ever made! I hope my children grow up to love and respect the river as much as I do, we live in the best place in the world!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

41" Steelhead - Idaho

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Reverse seared steak on the Traeger!

How did you get started guiding?

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Steelhead Fishing - Salmon River, Idaho

NEW Riggins, ID 1 - 6 People 9 Hours From $525

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Steelhead Fishing - Salmon River, Idaho

River Fishing in Riggins

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	9 Hours
1 Person	$525.00
2 People	$525.00
3 People	$750.00
4 People	$1,050.00
5 People	$1,300.00
6 People	$1,600.00

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Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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About Your Trip

Catching Steelhead is what it's all about! Fred & his company, Salmon River Drifters strive to provide the highest quality Idaho steelhead fishing adventure available on the Salmon River. Get out there and catch one of the most sought after fish in North America!

Born and raised on the Salmon River, Fred & Salmon River Drifters are professional and experienced Steelhead fisherman that will give you the best opportunity to hook into that Steelhead you have always wanted. With some of Idaho’s best steelhead fishing directly accessible from their backyard in Riggins, Idaho, they can offer the best in Idaho guided Steelhead fishing.

All Salmon River Drifters trips are guided in a drift boat. SRD Guides are not only experienced at navigating the river and chasing Steelhead, but are also extremely knowledgeable about the history along the river they call home. Besides your Idaho Fishing License & Steelhead Tags, everything you need for a day on the river is included - A good lunch, quality gear, safety equipment, a heated boat, and all the scenery you can soak up!

Pricing is per person, with a max of 3 people per boat. (Ex: group of 1, 2, or 3 will be in one boat with one guide, a group of 4, 5 or 6 will get two boats and two guides)

Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.