Middle Fork Flathead River Rafting Map

What a great river for some rafting.

Middle fork flathead river rafting map.

The middle fork the middle fork of the flathead river originates in the heart of the bob marshall wilderness. Towns along the river include west glacier nyack pinnacle essex and nimrod. Middle fork flathead river from american whitewater on vimeo. 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.

The middle fork flathead one of the little known jewels of whitewater is a beautiful 35 mile river journey through the great bear wilderness. Its drainage basin lies to the east of the south fork flathead river and the hungry horse reservoir. 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. Gorgeous scenery interpretive guiding.

A scenic float in glacier national park is the perfect way to unwind. Middle fork flathead river overview introduction. Flathead river rafting can be found on the north and middle forks of the flathead river. There are four licensed companies operating out of west glacier that offer a multitude of trips.

The middle fork of the flathead river begins just outside the great bear wilderness which is located south of glacier national park. The upper section of the river offers primitive recreation in a wilderness setting. We did a half day whitewater rafting with dinner on the banks of the river afterward. Middle fork flathead river rafting trips float several different sections of the river due to easy access from us hwy 2.

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. Check out this low water video of the run below granite creek. Middle fork of the flathead river class ii iii. Whether you just want a lazy float trip or some whitewater with some thrills you ll find it on the flathead.

Wild and scenic montana episode 3. 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. From the headwaters to schafer meadows a narrow channel and log jams make the river generally unsuitable for floating. It soon enters the wilderness area and begins a beautiful frequently wild ride through the heart of the wilderness area.