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Idaho whitewater, Portneuf River
Bannock Caribou
county,
Lava Hot Springs to PVC diversion section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-V 6.1 miles
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The Lava Hot Springs to PVC diversion stretch of Portneuf River in Bannock/ Caribou County is 6.1 miles long and has been rated as a class I-V section by American Whitewater. The scenic beauty of Bannock/ Caribou County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water make the trip here worthwhile. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Idaho is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are |
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less forgiving. There are many good hotels to choose from, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. This is not the only paddling section in this river system, there are others too. You might be into whitewater
| rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. The put-in is not too far from Pocatello, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. This is a pretty decent length section, it's good length for a morning trip. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came.
Briefly about the general area:
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Hot Springs love to come to Portneuf River; Pebble Creek is a good local ski area. At Portneuf River through the months of summer highs are in the 80's. Once the sun is down it falls down to the 50's. The winter brings highs
down to the 30's; after the sun is down through the winter temperatures at Portneuf River descend into the 10's. Portneuf River gets very little rain. For the duration of May this area sees the most rain; July meanwhile is the driest month.
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Portneuf River, Lava Hot Springs to PVC diversion road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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Map
Detailed Map
Stats
Stats for this river stretch
Weather
Local weather forecast
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| These outdoors activities are available near Portneuf River. |
| | Whitewater Near Portneuf River:
Portneuf River, Bannock County, 4 miles away
Class I-V - 14.3 miles long (Diversion to Marsh Creek) |
Portneuf River, Bannock/ Caribou County, 4 miles away
Class I-V - 6.1 miles long (Lava Hot Springs to PVC diversion) |
Bear River, Franklin County, 19 miles away
Class I-II - 7 miles long (Grace Power Plant to ID-34) |
Bear River, Caribou/ Bear Lake County, 24 miles away
Class III-V - 6 miles long (Grace Dam Bridge to Grace Power Plant) |
Portneuf River, Bannock County, 25 miles away
Class I-V - 15.6 miles long (Johnny Creek to I-86) |
Blackfoot River, Bingham County, 26 miles away
Class II - 12 miles long (Cutthroat Trout Campground to Trail Creek Bridge) |
Blackfoot River, Bongham County, 28 miles away
Class IV - 8 miles long (Trail Creek Bridge to Cedar Creek Close to Aldridge) |
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| | Ski Areas Near Portneuf River:
Pebble Creek, Idaho
, 11 miles away, 2911 foot drop, 3 lifts, 54 runs |
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Beaver Mountain, Utah
, 49 miles away, 1600 foot drop, 5 lifts, 30 runs |
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Kelly Canyon, Idaho
, 60 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 5 lifts, 26 runs |
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Powder Mountain, Utah
, 66 miles away, 2527 foot drop, 7 lifts, 124 runs |
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Wolf Mountain, Utah
, 68 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 2 lifts, 16 runs |
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Snowbasin, Utah
, 73 miles away, 2959 foot drop, 12 lifts, 113 runs |
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Grand Targhee, Wyoming
, 97 miles away, 2212 foot drop, 5 lifts, 74 runs |
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Jackson Hole, Wyoming
, 99 miles away, 4139 foot drop, 11 lifts, 116 runs |
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| | Hotels Near Portneuf River:
Riverside Hot Springs Inn, Lava Hot Springs
, 4 miles away |
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TownePlace Suites Pocatello, Pocatello
, 27 miles away |
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Pocatello, Pocatello
, 28 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites POCATELLO, Pocatello
, 28 miles away |
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Hampton Inn - Suites Pocatello, Pocatello
, 28 miles away |
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US Whitewater > Idaho > Portneuf River
Lava's Thunder Canyon Golf & Country Club, Lava Hot Springs
, 3 miles away
