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Visitor Maps and Guides

Maps of the Payette National Forest, the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness, and other selected National Forest maps in Idaho may be purchased in person at the Weiser, Council, New Meadows, and McCall Ranger District Offices. Please contact us for more information or call the McCall Ranger District at 208-634-0400.

Winter Travel Map

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The Payette Winter Travel Map identifies designated routes and “open play areas” for over-the-snow vehicle use. Free paper copies of the Payette Winter Travel Map are available at District Offices. The map may be downloaded to your smartphone through the Avenza Map store for free.

Payette Winter Travel Map

Travel Management

Fuelwood Map

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The 2025 Fuelwood map shows important information regarding the cutting of fuelwood.

2025 Payette National Forest Fuelwood Map

Other Maps

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Other maps, including  topographic maps, National Forest Wilderness maps, and National Forest Visitor maps are available to purchase from the US Geological Survey, most forest offices, or retail outlets.

 

Trail Maintenance Maps

Trail Maintenance Map

Before you head out, check out the latest trail maintenance activities through these online Trail Maintenance Maps! Two area extents are available:

Payette National Forest Visitor Guide

A wooden trail sign indicates mileage and type of trail

Find more information about the special places, recreation, campgrounds and more on the Payette National Forest, check out this guide.

Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM)

A Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM) is a legal document that shows which roads and trails are open to public motor vehicle use. If a road or trail does not appear on the map, it means that it is not open to public motor vehicular use. 

The MVUM is a black and white map with no topographic features. It is best used with a Forest Visitor Map or other detailed map. The MVUM will be updated as needed to correct mapping errors or discrepancies and update travel decisions. 

If you plan on camping, driving off-highway vehicles, hunting, or exploring the backcountry; please make sure you review the appropriate MVUM to know which routes are open to motor vehicle use.  For more information, please visit MVUM Frequently Asked Questions and  KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

MVUM Finder

Last updated May 20th, 2025