We are open June 15 – Labor Day Weekend! We do not accept reservations…come on down and see us. And a quick reminder – cash is appreciated as card transactions are not always reliable in our location!

upper north fork payette river

Family River Adventures
in McCall, Idaho 

Explore the River

You’re invited to Canoe, Kayak, or Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) the wild and scenic Upper North Fork of the Payette River. This gentle tributary is a designated “Non-Motorized Zone” that features wildlife and a wilderness experience.

Our guests often see moose, deer, elk, otter, mink, eagles, osprey and more along side the peaceful waters.

Located just minutes from downtown McCall on the inlet to Payette Lake.

Rentals

Getting on the water is easy with Backwoods Adventures. We offer canoe, kayak and stand-up paddle board rentals during the summer season.

WE ARE NOT ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE RESERVATIONS. PLEASE VISIT US IN PERSON AT OUR LOCATION WHEN YOU ARE READY TO HIT THE WATER!

2 Hour
Half Day
Full Day
Canoe or Tandem Kayak
$40
$60
$75
Single Kayak
$30
$50
$70
Stand Up Paddle Board
$30
$45
$70
Kids Kayak
$15
$25
$40
Kids Stand Up Paddle Board
$15
$25
$40

PLEASE PLAN TO BRING CASH. OUR REMOTE LOCATION MAKES CARD TRANSACTIONS VERY DIFFICULT.

HAVE A LARGE GROUP (15 OR MORE)? CALL AHEAD AND GIVE US A HEADS UP ON YOUR PLANNED ARRIVAL DATE AND NEEDS.

 

Backwoods Adventures

Location

North Beach Boat Ramp

Hwy 55 North through McCall (at Lardo’s) turn right on Warren Wagon Rd. Approximately 6.5 miles to the North Beach Boat Ramp.

The Waterfront is located at Ponderosa State Park’s North Beach recreation unit and is permitted by the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation.

The parking area requires a $7 day use fee (please bring cash) if you do not have an Idaho State Parks Pass.

Hours

10am – 6pm daily

WE ARE NOT ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE RESERVATIONS. PLEASE VISIT US IN PERSON AT OUR LOCATION WHEN YOU ARE READY TO HIT THE WATER!

PLEASE PLAN TO BRING CASH. OUR REMOTE LOCATION MAKES CARD TRANSACTIONS VERY DIFFICULT.

Looking for More Adventure?

Visit our Adventure Travel page for exciting opportunities to explore Greece!

Contact

Chris & Stefanie Woods

(208) 469-9067