Project Name: Middle Fork Payette
Dates: September 18-21
Starting at Boiling Springs, we’ll backpack north along the Middle Fork of the Payette River, working on immediate log and drainage needs to help address the effects of the 2024 wildfires east of Cascade. This trail follows the river for 15 miles, ending at Clear Creek Summit and is enjoyed by hikers, backpackers, and hot springs enthusiasts. Quick action is needed to stabilize the trail and keep it open in the areas that burned and annual maintenance and log out is needed in the areas that did not. ITA is planning on returning again next year to continue working on this trail.
Our focus will be working on the first seven miles of trail, but this could be a point-to-point backpack if we can arrange a shuttle amongst the crew!
Project information is subject to change. Crew leaders will communicate via email. Failure to respond to your crew leader may result in being dropped from the project. See our FAQs, reach out to your crew leader, or contact ITA staff at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org if you have questions.
Trails: Middle Fork Payette River Trail #033
Itinerary: This is a four-day project. Thursday start backpacking/working, moving camp as needed. We may work a day from the trailhead and begin backpacking Friday. Sunday, back to the trailhead for a soak and heading home.
Food Provided by ITA: No
Crew Leader: Alex Cravener
Estimated Drive Time from Closest Town: 1 hour from Cascade
Trail Map: Click for trail map and elevation profile
Refundable deposit: $50
Why do I need to pay a deposit? We’ve had trouble with people backing out of trips at the last minute which can really affect the productivity of the overall project. By charging a refundable fee, volunteers are less likely to cancel their reservation. Refunds will not be given to volunteers that do not show up or cancel their reservation. Exceptions will be made for medical reasons or unforeseen circumstances. Volunteers can choose to donate the deposit to ITA. All donations are tax-deductible and will go towards maintaining trails throughout Idaho. If you require assistance in paying for this fee, please contact us at trails@idahotrailsassociation.org and we will waive the cost.
Difficulty Rating
You should have experience with backpacking and be in good hiking condition with broken-in and tested gear. This is a remote backcountry project so injuries such as sprains and blisters or even extreme fatigue from not being properly conditioned can quickly become a big safety issue. If you are unsure about the proper gear or about preparing for a trip, please reach out to trails@idahotrailsassociation.org.
If having the right gear to be safe and comfortable is a limited factor, volunteers may apply for scholarships to purchase gear they need through the Splattski Outdoor Access Fund.
Volunteer Spots Available: 0 of 10
If there are no volunteer spots available, click “Sign Up” to get on our waitlist for this project!
Waitlist Signups: 6
