Idaho whitewater, Big Lost River - East Fork Custer county, Headwaters to Forks section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     27.1 miles   I've rafted this streach, as well as down to Bartlett Point many times on an 8' pontoon boat. Canyon area just before confluence with N. Fk. is pretty tricky. There is a narrow chute that can be dangerous. Lots of fun to be had on the Big Lost! Come try it for yourself, spend some $ in Mackay & tell 'em you want this river kept as wild as possible. Says Kevin Jamison Blackfoot Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Idaho tend to     be more challenging than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. The Headwaters to Forks stretch of Big Lost River - East Fork in Idaho is 27.1 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. This stretch has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so pack your camp stove. The nature scenery of Custer County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream have people coming here. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you   want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The put-in location is a short drive from Burley, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a pretty small number of paddling places. There are some good stretches to paddle in this river system, the Headwaters to Forks stretch is one of them. Briefly about the general area: Dry Canyon is a great place to spend some time at, and on a pleasant day you can take a hike along the Copper Creek Trail. Through the warm months highs here at Big Lost River - East Fork get into the 80's. Big Lost River - East Fork, Headwaters to Forks road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Big Lost River - East Fork.   Whitewater Near Big Lost River - East Fork: Big Lost River - East Fork, Custer County, 10 miles away       Class II-III - 27.1 miles long (Headwaters to Forks)   Ski Areas Near Big Lost River - East Fork: Sun Valley, Idaho , 32 miles away, 3400 foot drop, 19 lifts, 75 runs Soldier Mountain, Idaho , 63 miles away, 1425 foot drop, 3 lifts, 36 runs Pomerelle Mountain, Idaho , 81 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 24 runs Magic Mountain, Idaho , 87 miles away, 700 foot drop, 3 lifts, 13 runs Lost Trail Powder Mountain, Montana , 91 miles away, 1800 foot drop, 8 lifts, 45 runs   Hotels Near Big Lost River - East Fork: Bellemont Hotel Sun Valley, Ketchum , 28 miles away Sun Valley Resort, Sun Valley , 29 miles away Tamarack Lodge, Ketchum , 29 miles away Best Western Plus Kentwood Lodge, Ketchum , 29 miles away Limelight Hotel Ketchum, Ketchum , 29 miles away   Campgrounds Near Big Lost River - East Fork: Broad Canyon, Mackay, 5 miles away Star Hope, Mackay, 7 miles away Lake Creek, Mackay, 7 miles away   Trails Near Big Lost River - East Fork: Copper Creek Trail, Custer , 9 miles away   Public Lands Near Big Lost River - East Fork: Craters Of The Moon National Monument, Arco - ID , 48 miles away Yankee Fork State Park, Idaho , 34 miles away