Payette River: Chief Parrish

Overview

The Main Payette River is a classic Class III, pool-drop river. Chief Parrish is located about half way along the Main Payette River between Banks and Beehive Bend. This site is used as a launch or take-out spot primarily used by kayakers. The site is also a popular picnicking site. The facilities include a small, gravel parking area, vault toilet, and three picnic tables. This is a fee parking area - $3.00/day or $20.00 season pass for the Payette River System. Day passes are available on-site.

Payette River Maps (Boater's Guide)

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Phone

Addresses

Four Rivers Field Office
7211 Idaho State Highway 55
Banks
Idaho
83602

Geographic Coordinates

44.02611111, -116.1388889

Directions

Chief Parrish is about two miles north of Beehive Bend Take-out Site and approximately eight miles north of Horseshoe Bend on Highway 55. Highway signs point out the location.

Fees

Parking: $3/day; $20/ annual pass