Class III Payette River, ID

Banks to Beehive Bend (Banks River Access to Beehive Bend)

The Payette River provides white-water opportunities for boaters of all experience levels.

The Main Payette offers the beginner a chance to hone their skills on Class I to III rapids.

Popular stretch of river. Busy throughout the summer.

 

Photo: BLM. Beehive Bend

 

For More Information:

Payette River - BLM

Payette River Maps (PDF) - BLM

Section Details

Trip Length Full Day, 7.3 Miles
Notes Annual or Day Pass is required and available at local vendors. Search online for Payette River System Pass. The yearly season pass waives the daily fee charged at each site within the recreation area.
Fishing Yes
Camping Yes
Permit Yes
Manager BLM/USFS Coop Mang, Four Rivers Field Office
Wild & Scenic No
Water Trail No
Partner Information https://www.blm.gov/visit/payette-river
https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/BLM_ID_PayetteRiver.pdf
Description American Whitewater
Photo Credit: BLM Idaho. Beehive Bend