Middle Fork Flathead River Rafting Map

The great bear bob marshall and scapegoat wilderness areas make up the third largest wilderness complex in the lower 48.

Middle fork flathead river rafting map. Wild and scenic montana episode 3. For more information download the three forks of the flathead wild scenic river float guide from the forest service or purchase a waterproof copy from the national forest map store. Middle fork flathead river from american whitewater on vimeo. Its drainage basin lies to the east of the south fork flathead river and the hungry horse reservoir.

Check out this low water video of the run below granite creek. The middle fork flathead one of the little known jewels of whitewater is a beautiful 35 mile river journey through the great bear wilderness. The middle fork of the flathead river begins just outside the great bear wilderness which is located south of glacier national park. It can be paddled spring through fall and except at may june high flows is an outstanding intermediate whitewater run.

The middle fork the middle fork of the flathead river originates in the heart of the bob marshall wilderness. It soon enters the wilderness area and begins a beautiful frequently wild ride through the heart of the wilderness area. Middle fork flathead river rafting trips float several different sections of the river due to easy access from us hwy 2. The highway follows the river from bear creek all the way to west glacier at the confluence of the north and middle forks however the road is hardly noticed.

This section of the wild and scenic middle fork of the flathead river boasts a long season great moderate whitewater and beautiful scenery and water quality. A scenic float in glacier national park is the perfect way to unwind. Whether you just want a lazy float trip or some whitewater with some thrills you ll find it on the flathead. Middle fork of the flathead river class ii iii.

The upper section of the river offers primitive recreation in a wilderness setting. There are four licensed companies operating out of west glacier that offer a multitude of trips. From the headwaters to schafer meadows a narrow channel and log jams make the river generally unsuitable for floating. Middle fork flathead river overview introduction.

The middle fork flathead river is a 92 mile 148 km river in western montana in the united states forming the southwestern boundary of glacier national park. Flathead river rafting can be found on the north and middle forks of the flathead river. Forming the western and southern borders of glacier national park the flathead river is a hidden gem of montana with spectacular scenery unsurpassed fishing and excellent wildlife viewing. Gorgeous scenery interpretive guiding.