Payette River Scenic Byway

State: Idaho
Length: 112.0 mi / 180.2 km
Time to Allow: 2.5 hours to drive or 2 days to experience the entire byway

The Payette River Scenic Byway meanders through foothills, mountain valleys, canyons, forests, and wide-open valleys with expansive vistas. Visit Lake Cascade, with its beauty and wildlife, and enjoy Payette Lake among the mountains and trees. Easy access to rafting, kayaking, camping, and fishing make this a trip for everyone.

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• Payette River Scenic Byway Overview
  

  A drive along the Payette River Scenic Byway can be very distracting for motorists. Rather than watching the road, you may be more inclined to...

• Birding Expeditions along the Payette River
  

  As you travel along the Payette River Scenic Byway you will be mesmerized by its mountain views and the rolling rapids of the Payette River. The...

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• 3-Day Trip: Exploring the Payette River
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  Sample the recreational and cultural opportunities along the Payette River Scenic Byway by following this suggested itinerary. You'll have plenty...