Kayaking and Rafting in Montana (Guides are listed below)

Big Hole River: Skinner Lake near Jackson (MT) to Jefferson River

The Blackfoot is a glacial stream, lined with large rocks, that occasionally gets squeezed into short canyons. The result is a dashingly beautiful stream that provides outstanding whitewater excitement, incredible scenery, and dependable fishing. It’s Missoula’s favorite recreational river and there’s no better place on a hot summer day. The best whitewater lies between Russell Gates and Johnsrud Park. Great diving rock and swimming hole at Rainbow Bend.

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From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Jackson, MT – Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing – 156 miles   

 

Blackfoot River: Anaconda Creek to the Clark Fork River   The Blackfoot is a glacial stream, lined with large rocks, that occasionally gets squeezed into short canyons. The result is a dashingly beautiful stream that provides outstanding whitewater excitement, incredible scenery, and dependable fishing. It’s Missoula’s favorite recreational river and there’s no better place on a hot summer day. The best whitewater lies between Russell Gates and Johnsrud Park. Great diving rock and swimming hole at Rainbow Bend. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved.

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Lincoln, MT – Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing – 132 miles

 

Clark Fork River: Warm Springs Creek to the Montana-Idaho border   The Clark Fork starts out small, but exits the state as Montana’s largest river. It meanders through pastures and woodlands with Interstate 90 paralleling much of its route. The river is mostly Class I water except for a difficult whitewater section through the Alberton Gorge that has Class III and IV rapids. Other than the gorge, practiced beginners can handle much of the Clark Fork. Excellent waterfowl hunting between old Harper Bridge and Huson. Good fall fishing below Forest Grove. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved.

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Warm Springs, MT – Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing – 333 miles

 

Clearwater River: Clearwater Lake to the Blackfoot River   This aptly named river flows through pine forests and mountain meadows with the famous Bob Marshall Wilderness to the east and the towering Mission Mountains to the west. Its mostly a Class I river suitable for practiced beginners. A 2-mile section of Class II and III whitewater starts in a canyon just after Salmon Lake. Watch migrating songbirds along the Clearwater Canoe Trail in the spring. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved.

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Seeley Lake, MT – Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing – 46 miles

 

Dearborn River: Scapegoat Mountain to the Missouri River   Crystal-clear waters rush through narrow canyons with sheer walls and spectacular rock formations on this highly scenic small stream. Its Class I and II water, with rock gardens, rapids and sharp drops. Not for beginners. Excellent fishing and scenery. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved.

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Augusta, MT – Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing – 67 miles

 

Flathead River, Main Stem: Confluence of the Middle and North forks to the Clark Fork   This wide river with aquamarine waters flows tranquilly past the spectacular Mission Mountains. Its almost all Class I water except for a whitewater section (Buffalo Rapids) with Class III and IV rapids immediately below where the river exits Flathead Lake. Buffalo Bridge to Sloan Bridge is an excellent overnight trip. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved.

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Hungry Horse, MT – Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing – 158 miles

 

Gallatin River: Wyoming border to the Missouri River   Originating in Yellowstone National Park, the alpine-like Gallatin River provides great whitewater and good fishing as it courses through one of the most scenic valleys in Montana. The Gallatin River actually consists of two forks, the East Gallatin and the West Gallatin rivers. Because of the West Gallatin is substantially larger, it’s generally recognized as the mainstream river. while both branches are floatable, they differ sharply in character. A difficult whitewater stream with Class II, III, and IV rapids in the upper 40 miles. Very technical, experts only at high flow. Great fall duck hunting from Logan to Trident. A birder’s paradise. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved.

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Three Forks, MT – Whitewater Paddling – 100 miles

 

Middle Fork Flathead River: Confluence of Strawberry and Bowl Creeks to the North Fork   An extremely challenging and remote whitewater stream, the Middle Fork roars through the Bob Marshall Wilderness and forms the southern border of Glacier National Park. Extremely difficult whitewater in the wilderness section, with Class IV rapids or better at peak flows. Experts only. Class II, III, and IV rapids outside the wilderness. The Glacier Raft Company provides excellent raft trips at a fair price on the moderate whitewater section near West Glacier. This incredibly scenic float makes a great side trip when visiting Glacier National Park and is sure to please out-of-town visitors. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Hungry Horse, MT – Whitewater Paddling – 92 miles

 

North Fork Flathead River: Canadian border to the Middle Fork   The glacial green waters of the North Fork flow through heavily forested terrain along the west border of Glacier National Park, occasionally providing spectacular glimpses of snow-capped peaks. The river is Class I with occasional Class II for most of its length. A short section of whitewater between Big Creek and Glacier Rim. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Cabin Creek, MT – Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing – 58 miles

 

Stillwater River: Beartooth Mountains to Yellowstone River   The Stillwater is a fast, rocky mountain river that flows through timbered bottomlands and past large ranches with the spectacular Beartooth Mountains as a backdrop. A challenging whitewater river, Class IV and 5 rapids in its upper reaches, Class II and III from Cliff Swallow downstream. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Nye, MT – Whitewater Paddling – 68 miles

 

Sun River: Gibson Dam to the Missouri River   The Sun River starts in a deep canyon, runs through prairie grasslands and finally meanders past cottonwood bottoms on its way to the Missouri. In the upper river, horizontal upthrusts create ledges of rock that cross the river and create challenging rapids. The river is Class I and II at normal flows with occasional harder spots. Very difficult water (Class 5) for 2.5 miles immediately below Gibson Dam. Excellent canoeing stream for solid intermediate paddlers. When many streams are high and muddy with spring run-off, the Sun may be perfect. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Augusta, MT – Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing – 101 miles

 

Yellowstone River: Wyoming boundary to North Dakota boundary   The longest free-flowing river in the lower 48 states, the Yellowstone tumbles down a mountain valley, traverses prairie grasslands and meanders through cottonwood groves on its way to meeting the Missouri River. The only physical evidence of the Lewis and Clark Expedition in Montana— Captain Clark’s name carved on a rock—can still be seen near the Yellowstone east of Billings. The river is Class I at normal flows except for the first 20 miles below Gardiner, where it is Class II and III (Class IV at peak flows). Spend a month and take a Lewis and Clark trip from Billings to the North Dakota border. © Copyright Hank & Carol Fischer Published by Falcon Publishing. All Rights Reserved

From the guidebook "Paddling Montana"

Gardiner, MT – Flatwater Paddling & Canoeing – 554 miles

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