Idaho whitewater - Panther Creek, Salmon River Mountains, -blank- County

Trapper Flat to Birch Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-V     8 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so better not forget that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The Trapper Flat to Birch Creek section of Panther Creek is 8 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-V section. There are some good stretches to paddle in this river system, the Trapper Flat to Birch Creek stretch is one of them. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking,
    either way this is an area with not too many other places for that. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. The natural beauty of Idaho and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The wild scenery
of the Salmon River Mountains is great. This is a pretty decent length section, suitable for an afternoon trip. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick.

Briefly about the general area:
Have a delightful hiking adventure along the Birch Creek Trail, and if you yearn for a little side trip, try Fritzer Gulch. Summertime highs at Panther Creek generally tend to be in the 80's while night lows are mostly in the 40's. All through the winter highs
 
are in the 20's, and overnight lows at Panther Creek during the wintertime frequently drop into the 0's.
Panther Creek is mostly a relatively dehydrated place; June is the month that gets the most rain; the driest of the months is February. All year is a fine time in the Salmon River Mountains if you love the outdoors. Going for a hike along the Hot Springs Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this area.

Panther Creek, Trapper Flat to Birch Creek road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-V
Length: 8 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.16611
Longitude: -114.29751

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.27166
Longitude: -114.34

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Panther Creek.
 Whitewater Near Panther Creek:
Panther Creek, -blank- County , 0 miles away, Class III-V - 8 miles long (Trapper Flat to Birch Creek)
Salmon River, Lemhi County , 6 miles away, Class III - 39 miles long (North Fork to Middle Fork)
Panther Creek, Lemhi County , 7 miles away, Class III - 4 miles long (Clear Creek to Main Salmon confluence)
Salmon River, Custer/ Lemhi County , 22 miles away, Class II - 70 miles long (East Fork of Salmon to Town of North Fork)
Camas Creek, Lemhi County , 27 miles away, Class V - 13 miles long (Duck Creek to confluence with M.Fork Salmon)
 Ski Areas Near Panther Creek:
Lost Trail, Montana , 34 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Sun Valley, Idaho , 75 miles away, 3400 vertical feet
Marshall Mountain, Montana , 88 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Discovery Ski, Montana , 90 miles away, 1670 vertical feet
Soldier Mountain Ski Resort, Idaho , 90 miles away, 2030 vertical feet
Montana Snowbowl, Montana , 90 miles away, 2600 vertical feet
Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 127 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Tamarack, Idaho , 128 miles away, 2800 vertical feet
Blacktail Mountain, Montana , 136 miles away, 1440 vertical feet
Bogus Basin, Idaho , 142 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
 Camp Grounds Near Panther Creek:
Ebenezer Bar Campground, Lemhi County, 14 miles away
Crags Campground, Lemhi County, 15 miles away
Horse Creek Hot Springs Campground, Lemhi County, 17 miles away
 Trails Near Panther Creek:
Birch Creek Trail, Lemhi County , 1 miles away
Hot Springs Trail, Lemhi County , 4 miles away
Sagebrush Lookout Trail, Lemhi County , 5 miles away
Copper Mountain Trail, Lemhi County , 6 miles away
Pretty Gulch Trail, Lemhi County , 6 miles away

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