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Staircase Run Info
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| Put In: |
Deer Creek Bridge |
| Take Out: |
Banks |
| Difficulty: |
Class III
, Class IV
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| Gradient: |
31 ft/mi |
| Run Length: |
5 miles |
| Good Level: |
500-3,000 cfs |
| Season Comments: |
April, May, June, July, August, September
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| Permit: |
None presently required. |
| Character/Similar To: |
Popular because of its combination of whitewater, scenery, surfing and access. A five mile journey through some of Idaho's finest rapids. |
| Water Craft: |
kayak,canoe,raft |
| Land Ownership: |
Mixed |
| Wilderness: |
No |
| Camping on River: |
Fair; some developed campsites along the river. Hot Springs Campground is a popular spot for boaters. |
| Location: |
In the Rocky Mtn Region (ID), 42 miles Northeast of Boise |
| Shuttle Logistics: |
Put-in: Deer Creek Bridge is approximately 5 miles east of Banks on Idaho Hwy 21.
Take-out: Big sandy beach at the confluence of the North and South Forks. Idaho Hwy 55 and Idaho Hwy 21. |
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