Idaho · Unknown Co.
Payette River, South Fork
· 8 mi · Class
Optimal: 425–1250 CFS · USGS #13235000
1,380CFS
4.46 ft gauge height
Above Optimal↓Falling slowly (-20 cfs/hr)(-30 in 3h)
Avg flow: 844 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #13235000
BLM/USFS Coop Mang
The South Fork Payette River is a classic pool-drop river. Deer Creek launch is a main put-in spot for the Class III-IV, "Staircase" section of the South Fork Payette River. many boaters will launch here to avoid the three miles of calm water from the Confluence Site. The site is essentially a very broad gravel area adjacent to the Banks-Lowman Highway. The facilities include a steep, steel and wood boat ramp, portable toilet, and information kiosk. This is a fee parking area
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