About Payette (Picture circa 1960) 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 production when settlers realized there was more money in providing food to gold rushers than there was actually panning for gold. In 1907, there were more fruits and vegetables shipped from the area than any other state. The City of Payette is situated along the western border of Idaho next to Oregon and is the point where the Payette River flows into the Snake River. Although the City of Payette has deep roots in agricultural production, business opportunities continue to expand with Idaho's main North-South arterial--U.S. Highway 95--running through the city. The downtown sector also continues to attract new businesses as is maintains the historical aspect to many of the buildings.

Employment The major employers here in Payette County---Dickinson Frozen Foods, Idaho Power, Seneca Foods, Woodgrain Millworks, Henngeler Packing Company, and Swire Coca-Cola----continue to furnish the county with job opportunities. Payette County continues to attract other styles of businesses as well. Call centers, doctor offices, real estate companies, company headquarters, multiple financial institutions and insurance agencies are just a few of the multiple businesses featured throughout the county.

Recreation For the recreation enthusiasts, Payette County offers access to lakes, rivers, ski slopes and pristine camping areas. All of the four seasons have something to offer in and around the county. The Payette River runs through the City of Payette and is a popular spot for boating, fishing and tubing. There is a boat ramp at Centennial Park that accesses the Snake River. If your're looking for a larger body of water to boat or swim, Brownlee Reservoir, Paddock Reservoir, Mann Creek Reservoir and Owyhee Reservoir are close to Payette County. The county boasts some of the best fishing and hunting spots in the State. Hell's Canyon is just 80 miles aways, and is one of the scenic wonders in Idaho with the deepest canyon in the United States. Also not too far away is world-class steelhead fishing and whitewater rafting apportunities in the Whitewater Capital of Idaho--Riggins, Idaho. Even though the county does not have its own ski slope, there are three mountains a few hours alway. Mann Creek and other close locations offer great snowmobiling and snowshoeing for the winter sports enthusianst.

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