Basics
- Location:
- Heading west from the Sawtooth Range, northeast of Boise
- River:
- Payette River
- Class:
- Class III - IV
- River Length
- 55 miles
- Time:
- 1 to 3 days
- Season:
- April to September
Description
The South Fork of the Payette descends from the mountainous areas of central Idaho, creating persistant intermediate level rapids as it loses elevation. There are three main sections of the South Fork that are typically run. Farthest upstream is the Grandjean Run, followed by South Fork Canyon and then the Staircase section.
The rapids here are thrilling and consistent: the river drops almost 40 feet a mile after it passes Lowman. The Staircase section contains miles of nonstop whitewater, while in the Canyon, boats must be portaged around the impressive Big Falls. Any of these runs are exciting by themselves, but when combined together they make for an intense three days of swift currents and rushing water.
Tour Companies
Riverroots
- Payette and Boise Rivers
- Rafting, Team Building | Youth Programs, Canoeing, Kayaking
- 208-850-7637
Helpful Links
Tour Companies
Riverroots
- Payette and Boise Rivers
- Rafting, Team Building | Youth Programs, Canoeing, Kayaking
- 208-850-7637
River Details
Class:
Class III - IV
River Length
55 miles
Time
1 to 3 days
Season:
April to September
Guides Available?
Yes
