Payette, Middle Fork,
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West Fork Bridge to upstream of Trail Creek
| Usual Difficulty |
IV (may vary with level) |
| Length |
3 Miles |
Gauge Information
River Description
Lat/Longitude data are
very approximate.
This section is notably different than most of the big water runs of the Payette and Salmon runs in
Idaho. Pool drops and creek-style paddling characterize this run.
WHEN TO RUN: The run is best done in the spring, while run-off provides higher flows (~800 -
1,500 cfs). Best in Late April - Early July. The Middle Fork relies totally on snow-pack and
run-off.
HOW TO GET THERE: From Boise take state hwy 55 north about 32 miles to Banks. Turn left on
the Banks-Lowman Hwy. Follow this for about 8 miles and turn left at the sign for Crouch. Follow
this (Middle Fork Road) for about 18 miles to the West Fork Bridge. Leave a shuttle near Trail
Creek Campground.
WHAT ELSE IS IN THE AREA: LOTS! The Payette South Fork (Canyon, Swirly Canyon and Staircase
runs), Payette North Fork (Cabarton and Smiths Ferry-Banks class V sections), as well as the
Payette Main. During the spring these are generally running high and fast.
StreamTeam Status: Not Verified
Last Updated: 2003-09-10 14:53:23
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User Comments
stuffed with logs. Couldn't see it all, but we opted to do something else. If you go, check the
exit ledge from the road or by a short hike from the takeout. Be on the lookout for logs, there are
many. --Brian Vogt Edit