Idaho whitewater - Portneuf River, Bannock/ Caribou County Bannock/ Caribou county, Lava Hot Springs to PVC diversion section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-V     6.1 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Idaho is often tougher than elsewhere, so keep in mind that rivers here are less forgiving. The nature scenery of Idaho and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. The starting location is a short drive from Pocatello, as you can see on the road map further down. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one,     but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's good length for a morning trip. The Lava Hot Springs to PVC diversion section of Portneuf River in Idaho is 6.1 miles long and it is classified as a class I-V section by American Whitewater. This river system has a few good paddling stretches and the Lava Hot Springs to PVC diversion section is one of them. Briefly about the general area: At Portneuf River through the summertime months highs are in the 80's, and the overnight is somewhat cooler of course, usually in the 50's. Highs all through the winter are mostly in the 30's while Portneuf River night low temperatures through the wintertime   are in the 10's. At Portneuf River you don’t see much rainfall; May is the wettest month with most rain, and July on the other hand is the driest. Portneuf River, Lava Hot Springs to PVC diversion road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-V Length: 6.1 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.6198 Longitude: -112.0105 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.62639 Longitude: -112.1272 Paddler input for Portneuf River, Idaho: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Portneuf River, Idaho Local climate location: POCATELLO WSO AP 20 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pocatello, Pocatello 27 miles away TownePlace Suites by Marriott? is an extended-stay hotel where you can balance work and life as you like, with the comfort, flexibility and affordability you require. Relax and feel at home with a ful... Rodeway Inn University, Pocatello 28 miles away Easy interstate access. Adjacent to ISU and Holt Arena. Close to financial, historical and shopping districts. Interior hallways.... Comfort Inn Pocatello, Pocatello 29 miles away Friendly hotel with fresh baked cookies, sparkling indoor pool and hot tub. FREE deluxe continental breakfast served in a beautiful country lobby. FREE high speed Internet access in all rooms! Pet Acc...   All Idaho Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Idaho. Books about whitewater paddling on Portneuf River, Idaho List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Portneuf River, Idaho. Find a whitewater outfitter in Idaho Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Pocatello, Idaho Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Pocatello, Idaho, the metro area neareast to Portneuf River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Portneuf River.   Whitewater Near Portneuf River: Portneuf River, Bannock County , 9 miles away, Class I-V - 14.3 miles long (Diversion to Marsh Creek) Bear River, Caribou/ Bear Lake County , 21 miles away, Class III-V - 6 miles long (Grace Dam Bridge to Grace Power Plant) Bear River, Franklin County , 23 miles away, Class I-II - 7 miles long (Grace Power Plant to ID-34) Blackfoot River, Bingham County , 27 miles away, Class II - 12 miles long (Cutthroat Trout Campground to Trail Creek Bridge) Blackfoot River, Caribou/ Bingham County , 28 miles away, Class III - 10 miles long (Blackfoot Dam to Cutthroat Creek Campground) Blackfoot River, Bongham County , 29 miles away, Class IV - 8 miles long (Trail Creek Bridge to Cedar Creek Close to Aldridge) Portneuf River, Bannock County , 30 miles away, Class I-V - 15.6 miles long (Johnny Creek to I-86)   Ski Areas Near Portneuf River: Pebble Creek, Idaho , 11 miles away, 2911 vertical feet Beaver Mountain, Utah , 49 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Kelly Canyon, Idaho , 60 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Powder Mountain, Utah , 66 miles away, 2104 vertical feet Wolf Mountain, Utah , 68 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Snowbasin, Utah , 73 miles away, 2959 vertical feet Grand Targhee, Wyoming , 97 miles away, 2395 vertical feet Jackson Hole, Wyoming , 99 miles away, 4139 vertical feet Snow King, Wyoming , 101 miles away, 1571 vertical feet The Canyons, Utah , 105 miles away, 3190 vertical feet   Hotels Near Portneuf River: TownePlace Suites by Marriott Pocatello, Pocatello , 27 miles away Rodeway Inn University, Pocatello , 28 miles away Comfort Inn Pocatello, Pocatello , 29 miles away Ameritel Inn Pocatello, Pocatello , 29 miles away Red Lion Hotel Pocatello, Pocatello , 29 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Portneuf River: Lava Ranch Inn Motel and Camp, Lava Hot Springs, 2 miles away River's Edge, Lava Hot Springs, 3 miles away Mountain View Trailer Court, Lava Hot Springs, 3 miles away   Golf Courses Near Portneuf River: Lava's Thunder Canyon Golf & Country Club, Lava Hot Springs , 3 miles away