The 10 Best Things to do in McCall, Idaho (ID)

December 11, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

McCall is a resort town on the western edge of Valley County, Idaho, United States. Named after its founder, Tom McCall, it is situated on the southern shore of Payette Lake, near the center of the Payette National Forest. The population was 2,991 as of the 2010 census, up from 2,084 in 2000.
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1. Payette Lake

McCall, ID +1 208-634-0700 http://www.backwoodsadventuresmccall.com
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Payette Lake

A 5,330-acre lake near the resort town of McCall.

Reviewed By idealjourney - Winter Garden, United States

I got a chance to visit Lake Cascade and Redfish Lake and you might be able to snag a better photo app at Redfish or even Cascade but overall Payette took the price for us. The most stuff to do in a medium sized lake. We visited both the State Park and also went paddle boarding on the lake. Paddle boarding and kayaking are the best on the Northeast end of the lake where you can rent from Backwoods adventures and take a journey up the Payette River. The current is almost non-existent so the up river paddling is easy. Ponderosa State Park is so unique in that it takes up almost the entire middle peninsula of the lake. It is worth $ 5 admission just to drive around and make sure you go to the end of the loop drive in the park because you will be rewarded with a higher up panoramic view of the lake.

2. Salmon Raft

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Salmon Raft

Single day and multi day whitewater rafting excursions on the Salmon River! Trips leave daily from downtown McCall, with round-trip transportation included. Fun, splashy, and playful rapids for all adventure levels. Gourmet meals, white sand beaches, crystal clear and warm water. What more could you ask for?

3. Zip McCall Adventures

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Zip McCall Adventures

EBL Idaho no longer manages the zip line tour at the ski resort. EBL Idaho moved its managemnt team and guides to a brand new course, owned and operated by Zip McCall Adventures! A new zip line course with longer, higher, and faster zip lines. Includes an Aerial Adventure Park! Better prices too!

4. Fly Fish Mccall

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Fly Fish Mccall

Fly Fish McCall offers guided fly fishing in the McCall Idaho region for beginner to advanced fly fisherman. We offer guided fly fishing for rainbow, cutthroat and brook trout, smallmouth bass and tiger musky on the local rivers and lakes. Owner Ron Howell has been guiding in the local area for 38 years.

5. Hells Canyon Raft

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Hells Canyon Raft

Since 1982 we have outfitted river trips solely in Idaho. From our home and office on the canyon rim we are pleased to tailor a trip to your interests. Hells Canyon Raft offers 2-6 day professionally outfitted rafting and fishing trips. We challenge the myth that adventure travel has to be dangerous and uncomfortable. Instead, we create an ultra comfortable river trip in one of the most beautiful settings in the world. Hells Canyon Raft offers 2-6 day trips on the majestic Snake River through Hells Canyon, and the beautiful Lower Salmon River gorge.

6. McCall Sports Exchange

800 N 3rd St, McCall, ID 83638-3806 +1 208-634-2334 http://www.mccallsports.com/services.html
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McCall Sports Exchange

McCall Sports Exchange is McCall and Donnelly's best sporting goods sales and rental location providing outstanding gear at even better prices. We do quality new and used outdoor gear for sale as well as bike, paddle board, kayak, and canoe rental in the summer and snowshoe and fatbike rentals all winter. Find us in downtown McCall next to Maverik as well as at our summer Lake Cascade location at Donnelly City Docks off of Dawn Dr.

Reviewed By roxysol25 - Schaumburg, United States

We were visiting for a week in McCall and wanted to try paddle boarding. They had reasonable prices, were walking distance from the lake and very friendly. We had questions about bikes and the gentlemen there were very knowledgeable. Would definitely rent or buy from there!

7. McCall Aviation

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McCall Aviation

McCall Aviation specializes in air charter service to the backcountry and has a reputation for extremely experienced and highly competent pilots who fly throughout the wilderness areas of Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Offering City to City, Rafting and Hunting packages, local Senic flights, and two full-service FBO locations in McCall and Salmon Idaho.

8. Backwoods Adventures

411 Deinhard Ln Ste F, McCall, ID 83638-4800 +1 208-469-9067 http://www.backwoodsadventuresmccall.com
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Backwoods Adventures

Reviewed By mommykenyon

This was the best time in McCall! Calm, peaceful, and so much to see! Much quieter than boating around the lake. Steph was terrific to work with... we had a large group and she was able to accommodate our changing needs. Website is a little tricky... be careful when booking online to make sure you are choosing the right equipment at the right time. We had some confusion with the booking, but they got us sorted out easily when we arrived. Highly recommend!

9. McCall Angler

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McCall Angler

Formerly Taylor Outfitting, we have brought the McCall Angler name back with new owners, best-in-class guides and great new trip options! We offer fishing instruction, and full and half-day fishing trips. Lake fishing and rivers around the McCall area, plus hike to the backcountry and fish pristine high mountain lakes. All equipment and lunches (on full day trips) provided. Fish for varieties of trout, bass, and tiger musky.

10. McCall Fish Hatchery

300 Mather Rd, McCall, ID 83638-3714 +1 208-634-2690 http://idfg.idaho.gov/visit/hatchery/mccall
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McCall Fish Hatchery

Reviewed By U1874WQdonnas - Boise, United States

This is a great thing to do if your family is interested in the lifecycle if Isaho salmon. Educational qnd you get to see hundreds of thousands of baby fush. The visit is seld-guided and free!

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