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Payette River: Deer Creek
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We don't have curated regulation data for ID yet. Check Idaho Fish & Game for current rules before fishing.
See full state regulationsThe South Fork Payette River is a classic pool-drop river cooperatively managed by the BLM and Boise National Forest. 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 - $5.00/day or $30.00 season pass for the Boise National Forest Annual Day Use Pass. Day passes are available on-site.Purchase online Boise National Forest Annual Day Use PassPayette River Maps (Boater's Guide)
Payette River: Confluence
~3 min drive
A worthwhile stop near ID.
Eastside
~31 min drive
A worthwhile stop near ID.
Deadwood Reservoir
~38 min drive
Moderate
Boise River: Barber Park Access
~1h 1m drive
Easy
Payette River: South Fork
~8 min drive
A worthwhile stop near ID.
Sagehen Creek
~31 min drive
A worthwhile stop near ID.
Hot Springs
~10 min drive
A worthwhile stop near ID.
Antelope (Boise National Forest, ID)
~32 min drive
A worthwhile stop near ID.
Swinging Bridge
~12 min drive
A worthwhile stop near ID.
Cozy Cove
~40 min drive
A worthwhile stop near ID.
