Cheehaole Ranch Gem county, Idaho whitewater outfitter     The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those in other states, so keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The natural beauty of Gem County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers.     The starting location is a short drive from Boise City-Nampa. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Briefly about the general area: A visit to Cheehaole Ranch wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Roystone Hot Springs. Here at Cheehaole Ranch you'll in all probability meet some folks from Sweet, and if you yearn for a little side visit, try Stagecoach   Canyon. This river is always fun. You simply must visit Regan Bend while you're here at Cheehaole Ranch. Eagle Island State Park is both great and striking, and it's next to Cheehaole Ranch; why not take a refreshing hike along the Shirts Creek Trail. Summertime highs at Cheehaole Ranch ordinarily tend to be in the 90's while overnight lows are generally in the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 30's while the cold winter nights at Cheehaole Ranch are in the 10's. Not much precipitation falls here at Cheehaole Ranch. The wettest month of the year is regularly November, that's the one that rains the most; July on the other hand is the driest.     Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Cheehaole Ranch.   Whitewater Near Cheehaole Ranch: Payette River, Boise County, 3 miles away       Class II+ - -blank- miles long (Gutter) Whitewater Outfitter - Spence Faye, Boise County, 10 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - Cascade Raft & Kayak, Boise County, 11 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - Bear Valley River, Boise County, 11 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Payette River, Boise County, 13 miles away       Class II+(III) - 6 miles long (Beehive Bend to Jet Boat Ramp) Whitewater Outfitter - Cascade Outfitters, Ada County, 16 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - Idaho River Sports, Ada County, 16 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Payette River, Boise County, 17 miles away       Class III - 7 miles long (Banks to Beehive Bend) Whitewater Outfitter - Duck Enterprises, Ada County, 17 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Payette River - North Fork, Valley/ Boise County, 24 miles away       Class V - 16 miles long (Smiths Ferry to Banks)   Ski Areas Near Cheehaole Ranch: Bogus Basin, Idaho , 18 miles away, 1800 foot drop, 7 lifts, 52 runs Tamarack, Idaho , 39 miles away, 2800 foot drop, 8 lifts, 42 runs Brundage Mountain, Idaho , 55 miles away, 1800 foot drop, 5 lifts, 46 runs   Marinas Near Cheehaole Ranch: Spring Shores Marina, Meridian , 16 miles away   Hotels Near Cheehaole Ranch: Hilton Garden Inn Boise-Eagle, Boise , 13 miles away SpringHill Suites Boise, Boise , 14 miles away My Place Hotel-Meridian ID, Meridian , 16 miles away Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Boise West, ID, Meridian , 16 miles away Hyatt Place Boise Towne Square, Boise , 17 miles away   Campgrounds Near Cheehaole Ranch: Montour Wildlife Management Area, Horseshoe Bend, 1 miles away Black Canyon Reservoir, Sweet, 4 miles away Little Gem Cycle Park, Emmett, 8 miles away   Trails Near Cheehaole Ranch: Shirts Creek Trail, Gem , 14 miles away Dry Buck Mountain Trail, Valley , 18 miles away Recompense Trail, Gem , 18 miles away Kimball Trail, Gem , 19 miles away Big Eddy Trail, Valley , 20 miles away   Public Lands Near Cheehaole Ranch: Eagle Island State Park, Idaho , 13 miles away Lucky Peak State Park, Idaho , 29 miles away Boise National Forest, Idaho , 34 miles away   Golf Courses Near Cheehaole Ranch: Shadow Valley Golf Course, Boise , 10 miles away Eagle Hills Golf Course, Eagle , 12 miles away Banbury Golf Club, Eagle , 13 miles away   Lakes Near Cheehaole Ranch Mud Lake, Boise , 17 miles away