Middle Fork Payette River / Wet Foot Trailhead

Facility · Idaho ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Boise National Forest (NF) · Open Access

4,031 ft
Elevation

The Middle Fork Payette River / Wet Foot Trailhead includes a hitching rack and information kiosk available as well as trailhead sign.

The trailhead is located on the road near the gate that leads into Boiling Springs Cabin.

Boiling Springs (hot springs) is within walking distance of the parking area. The parking area is small and will fit 5-6 cars.

The trailhead serves Middle Fork Payette River (#033) and Wet Foot (#441) / Skunk Creek-Wet Foot (#041) trails.

Southeast from the trailhead across the river is a dispersed camping area that will accommodate horses.

Getting there

44.35862, -115.86101 · 44°21'31.0"N 115°51'39.6"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in4.73.73.82.72.21.50.50.51.02.13.95.8

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Middle Fork Payette River / Wet Foot Trailhead

Can you reserve a site at Middle Fork Payette River / Wet Foot Trailhead?
No. Middle Fork Payette River / Wet Foot Trailhead is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.

Camping near Middle Fork Payette River / Wet Foot Trailhead

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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