Lower 5 Put-in Above Hounds Tooth

Lower 5 Put-in Above Hounds Tooth is a whitewater access point on the North Fork of the Payette River in Boise County, Idaho. This site serves as an entry point for paddlers looking to access the scenic and technical sections of the North Fork Payette, a popular destination for kayakers and canoeists seeking whitewater recreation. The put-in is positioned above Hounds Tooth, a notable feature on this section of river, making it suitable for those paddling downstream through various rapids and Class II-IV whitewater sections.

The North Fork Payette is known for its challenging whitewater conditions and stunning mountain scenery. Paddlers should be prepared for faster currents and technical navigation typical of this river system. The access point allows boaters to begin their journey at a specific location that provides good staging area for trips down this section of the river.

This is an established whitewater access site in the Payette National Forest area, popular with the regional paddling community. Boaters planning to use this put-in should be familiar with the river conditions, have appropriate skills for whitewater paddling, and understand the layout of rapids and hazards downstream from this location.