Host Hotels

The Hampton Inn Downtown Boise is one of the host hotel for The PRE. The hotel is just minutes away from the Boise International Airport and provides easy access by car to all the event venues. Call (208) 331-1900 for reservations.

 The Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner is a preferred hotel for The PRE. Our Full Service Hotel is located just a few blocks from the heart of downtown Boise and are offering a special $79 rate for participants and spectators of The PRE. For Reservations call (800) 733-5466 and ask for the Payette River Experience Group Rate.

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Vaction Rentals

Idaho Cabin Keepers will provide a 15% discount to any registered PRE participant.  Reservations can be made over the phone, or online (website).  When booking online, please put a note in the comments that you are a PRE participant to reiceve the 15% off. 208-462-3451

RV Parking and Camping

Southfork Landing has set up an event campground for RV's and campers right at the main event venue in Garden Valley.  Stay right in the middle of all the action with easy access to every event.  You must reserve a campsite prior to arrival. To reserve your campsite email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Garden Valley Airport - If you are flying your own airplane in for the event the Garden Valley Airport has several campsites on site.  The airport is directly across the street from the Trap Shooting range and sits right on the river - fly in and fish.  It is a short walk to Southfork Landing, or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to arrange a shuttle. We have special gifts for our fly-in friends, but you need to let us know you are flying in!!

Boise National Forest Campgrounds - The PRE is located in the heart of the Boise National Forest. There are dozens of nearby campgrounds. Hot Springs Campground is the closest and as the name suggests has its own natural hot springs. Another riverside campground that is close by is Tie Creak. This sits in the Middle Fork of the Payette. Follow this link and look at the campgrounds in the Emmet Ranger District.

Bed and Breakfast Inns

Garden Valley is home to a number of Bed and Breakfast Inns. Visit the Garden Valley Chamber of Commerce website to find a list of preferred inns. http://www.gvchamber.org/