Payette River Scenic Byway
Visitor Services
Along this Byway are some great locations for camping, hiking, boating, fishing, and guided float trips at the Ponderosa State Park, Cascade Reservoir, Banks area and McCall Area. Outfitters offer...[more]
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Fees Expect to pay fees at the various attractions along the way. |
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Bicycle/Pedestrian Facilities Numerous hiking trails are available along the byway. Some of the most popular hiking areas include McCall, Ponderosa State Park, and along Payette River. |
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Camping There are places to camp along this byway. |
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Food There are places to buy food along this byway. |
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Gasoline Gasoline is available. |
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Information There is an authoritative information center along this byway. |
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Lodging There is overnight lodging along this byway. |
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Retail There are places to shop along this byway. |
NOTE: The America's Byways® website is federally funded and cannot promote commercial businesses. This data may not be complete or up to date. The National Scenic Byways Program is not responsible for the quality of your travel experience. See the right column on the Byway Overview page for local contact information.
Special Considerations
The roadway is a narrow, winding, two-lane road with occasional passing lanes and slow vehicle turnouts.
Restrictions
This site is open year-round.
Seasons
- Best Time to Drive
Year round. The McCall Winter Carnival takes place in late Jan. or early Feb.
- High Season
Summer
Road Conditions
- To find up to date information about the road conditions along Payette River Scenic Byway, please visit the FHWA listing of web sites for more information.
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