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Payette, S. Fork - 4 - The Staircase Run
Payette, S. Fork, Idaho, US |
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4 - The Staircase Run (Deer Creek Ramp to Banks)
| Usual Difficulty | IV (for normal flows) |
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| Length | 4.5 Miles |
Entrance to Staircase
Entrance to Staircase
Photo of Upper Staircase by Gary Wilson taken 09/05/03
Gauge Information
| Name | Range | Difficulty | Updated | Level |
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| Payette; South Fork at Staircase | ||||
| virtual-6518 | 800 - 10000 cfs | IV | 00h30m | 470 cfs (rc= -0.0 ) |
River Description
Character: There are several rapids along this stretch with Bronco Billy (Class III), Staircase (Class IV) and Slalom (Class IV-) being the standouts. The Banks Lowman Road is next to the river through this canyon making it easy to scout the entire run.
Put in: There is a wooden launch ramp and parking at Deer Creek, which is the most commonly used put in for kayakers and private rafters. There are additional put in options up stream that add mosty flatwater to the trip.
Take Out: Confluence of the SF Payette and the NF Payette at
Banks access area, fee required. There is a concrete and sand ramp with boat trailer access, out
houses and changing rooms here.
Permit Information
No permit needed, but user fees are required at the put in and take out facilities. A season pass can be obtained at the Banks store and Cafe for $20.
StreamTeam Status: Not Verified
Last Updated: 2011-04-20 16:50:38
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4 - The Staircase Run , Payette, S. Fork Idaho, US (mobile)