Rocky Canyon Hot Springs
A stunning series of tiered rock-and-mortar pools cascading down the hillside across the Middle Fork Payette River. Requires fording the river to access.
Roam Intel
" Crossing the river is mandatory (cold/swift). Bring water shoes. Upper pools are hottest (~100°F). Do not attempt crossing during high water (Spring). "
Getting There
From Garden Valley: North on Middlefork Rd for ~11 miles. Park at pull-out near Mile Marker 4. Ford the river to reach springs on the opposite bank.
Spring Stats
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