Put In

Put In is a whitewater put-in access point on Smith Creek in Boundary County, Idaho. Smith Creek is a medium-sized river with a total length of 28.47 miles and features a significant elevation drop of 390 feet, creating an average gradient of 13.7 feet per mile. This gradient indicates whitewater conditions suitable for paddlers seeking moving water experiences rather than flatwater recreation.

The creek drains an area of 252 square miles and maintains an average flow of 24.89 cubic feet per second with an average velocity of 1.39 feet per second. These flow characteristics suggest moderate current conditions that will vary seasonally, with higher flows during spring runoff and lower flows during dry seasons. Paddlers should expect moving water typical of a mountain stream and should be prepared for whitewater conditions consistent with the creek's classification as a Stream Order 5 waterway.

This put-in location serves as an access point for kayakers and canoeists interested in whitewater paddling. Boaters should evaluate their skill level and equipment against the creek's gradient and flow conditions before launching. Water levels and hazards may change significantly with weather and season, so local conditions should be checked before paddling.