Payette River
Forms where its forks meet at Banks, runs south to Horseshoe Bend, then west into Black Canyon Reservoir and past Emmett to join the Snake near Payette. Lake Cascade lies on the North Fork upstream.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data from Natural Earth (public domain).
Weather at the Payette River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 83 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | North and South Forks join at Banks, Boise County, Idaho |
| Mouth | Snake River near Payette, Idaho |
| State | Idaho |
Black Canyon Dam on the main stem; Cascade Dam on the North Fork.
Boat ramps, launches and bait shops
Detailed ramp, bait shop and lock-and-dam listings for the Payette River are coming soon. Until then, these searches open Google Maps along the river:
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
Lakes on or near the Payette River
Lakes in our guide on or near this river:
Facts from Payette River (Wikipedia) ↗