What is there to do in Payette, Idaho
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Payette, Idaho
Payette, Idaho is a small rural community of with a population of 8,150 people within the city.
Two Rivers meet in Payette. The Payette River which meets and joins the Snake River.
There is a green way, that runs the length of most of the city along the river. Only about 1/4 mile of it is paved, the rest is left natural with a path through it.
It is popular area for fishing, bird watching, walking, riding bikes, and picnicing. The Payette River is also a local favorite to float on tubes and rafts. The Snake river has an area for waterskiing and fishing.
Thoughout this page is pictures of the greenway as well as information about the city of Payette, and surrounding area.
(Photo © by Linda Hoxie)
Sunset through the Branches
© by Photographer Linda Hoxie
Driving directions
Blue Tree
© by Photographer Linda Hoxie
“Payette is the birthplace of Harmon Killebrew, who is in the Baseball Hall of Fame”
A Mink along the Greenbelt - Photo by Linda Hoxie (c)
Local Annual Events and Activities in Payette, Idaho
Apple Blossom Schedule of Events, Payette, Idaho
Apple Blossom Festival happens every year around the first of second week of May. The Apple Blossom Festival began in 1923. It has grown to a week long event, including a parade, a carnival, many different events, booths, and fun!
Annual A & W Cruise Night
This event occurs in September. Check out the Payette Chamber of Commerce Payette County Calendar of Events for dates and new events.
A & W Cruise Night
Payette Idaho Cruise Night in 2011
Payette ~ is formerly known as "Boomerang"
Photos of birds, near the Payette River in Payette, Idaho
Taken near the pond on the Green Belt in Payette, Idaho
The Parks in Payette, Idaho
There are eight parks in Payette City
Payette has eight parks,
Kiwanis park which includes a skateboard park, pool, playground and amplitheatre.
Hanigans Park, is a small park near the Green Way with picnic tables off of River Street near 7th Ave N. It is near a pond and the Payette River, both popular for fishing.
Centennial Park has picnic areas, baseball diamonds, playground and a boat ramp with docks.
Bancroft Park is a small park on Main Street in Payette used for many local events and gatherings.
At 7th Ave N and 16th there is a park with soccer fields and a RV dump.
There is the City Park, near the Post Office on Center and 9th. It has the library, rose gardens, playgrounds and basketball courts.
On Hwy 52 there is a small park near the canal with a picnic area, and one other small park.
Survey results
"Good variety of churches."
"Climate here is really mild, but you still get all four seasons."
"We like the recreational opportunities. The golf course is excellent."
Reflections of the days end
© by Photographer Linda Hoxie
Events within the County of Payette
Payette County Fair and Rodeo in New Plymouth, Idaho - August
This year they had Pro-Bull and Bronc Riding
If you visit the fair don't miss the Historic
New Plymouth Water Wheels.
The Big Nasty Hill Climb
Taken near the pond on the Green Belt in Payette, Idaho
Killdeer and Reflections of the pond on the Green Belt
Information about Apple Blossom Festival
Annual Event in Payette the first or second week of May
- Apple Blossom Festival
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Apple Blossom Festival
Payette Chamber of CommerceApple Blossom Festival Sponsors 2009
Apple Blossom Festival
Payette
About Payette The City of Payette began as a trading post for the Hudson Bay Company and was incorporated as a city in 1891. The county became a hub of agricultural produc - The History of the Apple Blossom Festival in Payette, Idaho
- The History of the Apple Blossom Festival in Payette, Idaho
Where to stay in Payette, Idaho
Loads of hotels in Ontario, Oregon only 5-10 minutes away
The nearest hotels to the Payette Area, are going to be found in Ontario Oregon. Ontario is just a five to ten minute drive from Payette and the choices for hotels there are numerous. Below are some of the choices and links for my affiliate advertisers if you are needing a room.
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The Payette River on the Greenway
Payette Idaho
“"Our neighbors are friendly and the greenway is the perfect place to walk our
dog."”
Ring necked ducks along the Greenbelt - Photo (c) by Linda Hoxie
Payette, ID Stats
The population of 83661 is 10,746.
That's #8975 out of all 42,305 zip codes.
80% of the population is white, which is 6 points more than the national average.
The average household income in 83661 is $30,973, which is $1,275 more than the typical average.
This contributes to the average house being worth $84,000. When the survey was done in 2000, that represented a difference of 7% from the typical value.
Men make up 44% of the population, and the typical age in this part of ID is 34.4.
Stats about: Payette, ID
Population: 10,746Number of Households: 3,839
Average House Value: $84,000
Average Income per Household: $30,973
Elevation: 2,147 ft
Population Breakdown:
The Payette - Photo by Linda Hoxie (c)
If you ever get bored just look up at the sky
We get some really beautiful sunsets in Payette
These were such weird clouds in the sunset on that spring day.
Photographer Linda Hoxie (copyright: all rights reserved)
More comments on Payette Survey
"We feel fortunate to have raised kids here."
"Boise is friendly. Payette is friendlier."
"We are expanding, but not as fast as Ontario."
Signs of Spring in Payette, Idaho
© by Photographer Linda Hoxie
The setting sun on the Payette River on the Green way in Payette, Idaho
© by Photographer Linda Hoxie
“"We're fairly new in town and people have been very receptive to us."”
Sunset on the Payette River on the Green way in Payette, Idaho
© by Photographer Linda Hoxie
Payette Municipal Airport
Nestled in the middle of Scotch Pines Golf Course lies the small, community oriented, Payette Municipal Airport.
The airport, just north of Payette, has a small town charm where people always smile and call each other by first name. Many pilots and non-pilots alike have dubbed it the "friendliest little airport in the west". Pilots from all over the Northwest come to Payette just to play a round of golf and have lunch at the Scotch Pines clubhouse, as do many residents and business people.
Payette Municipal Airport
Sunlight shining through the trees on the Greenway
Sunlight shining through the trees on the Greenway
Sunlight shining through the trees on the Greenway
© Photographer; Linda Hoxie
Scotch Pines Golf Course
Payette, Idaho's Scotch Pines Golf Course.
Scotch Pines is an 18-hole, par 72 course built in 1961. It is beautifully landscaped from the natural terrain of the Idaho countyside, Scotch Pines has blue grass, rye fairways and bent grass greens.
Scotch Pines Golf Course Website
The Colors of the Setting Sun at the Payette Green Way
© by Photographer Linda Hoxie
More comments from survey taken in Payette
"Our monthly expenses have been cut in half since moving here."
"The transportation crossroads make it easy to get to places."
The Payette River on the Greenway
The Payette River on the Greenway
The Payette River on the Greenway
© Photographer; Linda Hoxie
The History of the Payette River
The Payette River system was named after Francois Payette a French-Canadian trapper whose exploits with the local Blackfoot indians are infamous.
More information on the Payette River
Sunset at the Payette River Greenway in Idaho
© by Photographer Linda Hoxie
Payette in the Old Days
Historical Photos of Payette, Idaho
If you are interested in seeing some great old historical photos of Payette, Idaho we recommend visiting these archives:
Payette County
Photographs
Latest news about Payette, ID
- Idaho Wildlife Area Up For Gas Drilling Lease
- by Bonnie Stewart The Payette River runs through the wildlife management area where the state of Idaho may auction mineral rights for gas drilling. credit: Aaron Kunz The Payette River runs through the wildlife management area where the state of Idaho ...
- A Memorial Day getaway guide to the mountains
- All campgrounds adjacent to Idaho 55 along the North Fork of the Payette River between Banks and Smiths Ferry are open. ? Campgrounds along the Middle Fork of the Payette River Road 698, including Boiling Springs, Hardscrabble, Rattlesnake, ...
- Stand-up paddleboards find a niche in Idaho
- By Natalie Bartley ? Special to the Statesman With origins in the surfboards of Hawaii, stand-up paddleboards have crossed the Pacific and reached Idaho, where they're being adapted to local waters. An SUP is essentially an over-sized surfboard ...
- A taste of your small-town memory is just a Sunday afternoon drive away
- By GREGORY HAHN ? SPECIAL TO THE IDAHO STATESMAN Miscellaneous: Look for fresh seafood (clams Friday and Saturday night); for breakfast, try the buttermilk syrup on bacon waffles. The Triangle Inn is near the tiny burg of Montour, which is out by the ...
The Payette River on the Greenway
The Payette River on the Greenway
The Payette River on the Greenway
© Photographer; Linda Hoxie
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- I love Idaho. I've been to Boise and Couer d"alene a couple of times. Nice lens and lovely photos.
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