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Payette National Forest

From Hells Canyon to the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, explore the diverse landscape!

Explore Your Forest

The Payette National Forest offers the visitor over 2.3 million acres to enjoy. Everything from the deep recesses of Hells Canyon to peaks reaching elevations of almost 9,500 feet. Dry desert grasslands compliment heavily forested acres. Gateways to the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness allow the visitor to experience the solitude of seldom traveled trails.  

 

  • Southwest Idaho Wildfire Crisis Landscape Project

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    Funding for the Southwest Idaho Wildfire Crisis Landscape Project was authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The Southwest Idaho landscape encompasses approximately 1.7 million acres, including National Forest System, state, private, tribal and other federal lands.

  • Fire Information

    Photo shows Smokey Bear pointing at the Very High fire danger level.

    Learn about wildfire prevention, response and recover on the Payette National Forest. Always know before you go to help ensure your own safety!