Idaho whitewater, Payette River - North Fork Valley county, Below McCall to Hartsell Bridge above Cascade Reservoir section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     21 miles   If you're coming from Boise City-Nampa it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The Below McCall to Hartsell Bridge above Cascade Reservoir stretch of Payette River - North Fork in Valley County is 21 miles long and has been rated as a class II-III section by American Whitewater. When you're paddling down a Salmon River Mountains river like this one     you always get great scenery along the way too. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Below McCall to Hartsell Bridge above Cascade Reservoir section is just one of many. This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so why not pack your sleeping bag too. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so keep in mind that many runs in this state are not easy. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling rivers. The beautiful scenery of Valley   County and the water flowing gracefully down Payette River - North Fork attract people from near and far. A good workout and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. 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. Briefly about the general area: Going for a hike along the Jungle Creek Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this region. On a pretty day you can stop by North Beach next to Payette River - North Fork, and Ponderosa State Park is both glorious and pretty. Payette River - North Fork, Below McCall to Hartsell Bridge above Cascade Reservoir 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 Payette River - North Fork.   Whitewater Near Payette River - North Fork: Payette River - North Fork, Valley County, 5 miles away       Class II-III - 21 miles long (Below McCall to Hartsell Bridge above Cascade Reservoir) Payette River - North Fork, Valley County, 17 miles away       Class II-IV - 10.4 miles long (Upper Payette Lake to Big Payette Lake) Payette River - North Fork, Valley County, 17 miles away       Class II-IV - 10.4 miles long (Upper Payette Lake to Big Payette Lake) Payette River - North Fork, Valley County, 19 miles away       Class II-III - 10 miles long (Cabarton Bridge to Smiths Ferry) Little Salmon River, Idaho/ Adams County, 20 miles away       Class III-V - 6 miles long (One mile down from Smokey Boulder Road to Hazard Creek) Hard Creek, Idaho County, 20 miles away       Class IV-V - 2 miles long (Point upstream to Hazard Creek confluence) Hazard Creek, Idaho County, 22 miles away       Class III-IV - 1 miles long (Hard Creek to Little Salmon confluence) Little Salmon River, Idaho/ Adams County, 23 miles away       Class II-V - 20 miles long (Hazard Creek to Salmon River at Riggins) Payette River - North Fork, Valley/ Boise County, 25 miles away       Class V - 16 miles long (Smiths Ferry to Banks) Secesh River, Valley County, 28 miles away       Class IV-V - 14.4 miles long (Loon Creek to South Fork Salmon River)   Ski Areas Near Payette River - North Fork: Tamarack, Idaho , 6 miles away, 2800 foot drop, 8 lifts, 42 runs Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 10 miles away, 1800 foot drop, 5 lifts, 46 runs Bogus Basin, Idaho , 51 miles away, 1800 foot drop, 7 lifts, 52 runs   Marinas Near Payette River - North Fork: Payette Lakes Sports & Marina, McCall , 6 miles away Mile High Marina, McCall , 6 miles away   Beaches Near Payette River - North Fork: Sylvan Beach, Valley , 8 miles away North Beach, Valley , 10 miles away   Hotels Near Payette River - North Fork: Super 8 McCall, McCall , 5 miles away Best Western Plus McCall Lodge & Suites, McCall , 5 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites MCCALL, McCall , 5 miles away Americas Best Value Inn And Suites McCall, McCall , 5 miles away Shore Lodge, McCall , 6 miles away   Campgrounds Near Payette River - North Fork: Donnelly Lakeside City Park, Donnelly, 4 miles away Westside RV Park, Donnelly, 4 miles away Rainbow Point, Donnelly, 5 miles away   Trails Near Payette River - North Fork: Donnelly Trail, Adams , 4 miles away Jungle Creek Trail, Adams , 6 miles away Arling Trail, Adams , 9 miles away Granite Creek Trail, Adams , 9 miles away Cabin Creek Trail, Adams , 11 miles away   Public Lands Near Payette River - North Fork: Ponderosa State Park, Idaho , 8 miles away Cascade State Park, Idaho , 14 miles away Payette National Forest, Idaho , 22 miles away   Golf Courses Near Payette River - North Fork: Jug Mountain Ranch, Mccall , 5 miles away City Of Mc Call Golf Course, Mccall , 6 miles away Meadowcreek Golf Resort, New Meadows , 16 miles away   Lakes Near Payette River - North Fork Fish Lake, Adams , 8 miles away Lake Cascade, Valley , 14 miles away