South Fork Owyhee River Recreation Management Area

Description:

The South Fork Owyhee River flows north through the Owyhee desert, joining the river's East Fork in southwestern Idaho. River-running in rafts and kayaks through the steep-walled canyon is the most popular recreational activity from late March through early June.

Directions:

From Elko, travel 27 miles north on State Highway 225. Turn west onto State Highway 226 for 40 miles until the pavement ends. Then follow County Rd 728 for 16 miles to the Petan Ranch.

Address:

P.O. Box 831 3900 E. Idaho

Elko NV 89803

Phone:

775.753.0200

Email:

r3brown@nv.blm.gov

Organization:

BLM - Bureau of Land Management