Payette, S. Fork

3. Danskin Station to Alder Creek Bridge(Swirly Canyon)

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June 27, 2022

Idaho With Kids 2022

ReporterThomas O'Keefe
Gauge Reading2400 cfs at Payette; South Fork below Deadwood Confluence

We did this as trip with the kids including a few hardshell kayaks and inflatable kayaks. The heart of swirly canyon was very dynamic at these flows but we made it through with just one swim (a parent). The whole trip was about 3 hours with a stop at the hot spring for lunch.

Idaho With Kids 2022 – Swirly Canyon | American Whitewater