Class III-IV North Fork Owyhee River, ID

The North Fork Owyhee River, characterized by steep, vertical walled canyons, emerges from the North Fork Owyhee Wilderness and flows west toward Oregon. Its designation changes from wild to recreational at the Juniper Mountain Road crossing, but its 'wild' character throughout creates an outstanding canyon experience for experts-only boating during high spring flows. Boating opportunities and activities are supported by high water flows during spring and early summer. A high-quality, 18-mile section from the North Fork Campground to the confluence with the Owyhee River in Three Forks, Oregon, is recommended for expert boaters in kayaks and small catarafts. After warming up on a few Class II-III rapids, boaters encounter steep Class III-IV rapids (depending on flow).

 

For More Information Visit:

North Fork Owyhee River - rivers.gov

Boater Guide - BLM (PDF)