Sucky Courtney's
Saint Anthony, Idaho
Kayak
Kayaker playing in Marshall's Wave near Rexburg, Idaho. The wave is located on the North Fork of the Teton River and is best at flows above 600 cfs. The wave is good for beginners. It has a large eddy on river left.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Saint Anthony, Idaho
- Head west on E Main St toward S Bridge St (79 ft)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto S Bridge St (0.2 mi)
- Turn right to merge onto US-20 W toward Rexburg/Idaho Falls (4.2 mi)
- Turn left onto E 200 N (1.2 mi)
- Turn right onto N 2300 E (1.5 mi)
- Turn left (0.3 mi)
The wave is located on the North Fork of the Teton River.
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