South Fork Owyhee River Recreation Area | Nevada
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.
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Addresses
Elko District Office
3900 E. Idaho Street
Elko
Nevada
89801
Geographic Coordinates
41.80478, -116.47121
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.
Stay Limit
14 day limit