Best paddling near Hot Springs

3 paddle runs · 3 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best paddling near Hot Springs, Montana — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 3 of 3 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
S⛰
Slowery, Sec. 15, T17N, R27W To Sec. 31, T18N. R28W
#1 Slowery, Sec. 15, T17N, R27W To Sec. 31, T18N. R28W Prime
37.5 mi away
· 9,550 cfs · in range (1,200-20,000)· Falling -4% / 24h
The whitewater river run Slowery, located in Montana, stretches from Section 15, T17N, R27W to Section 31, T18N, R28W. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800-4000…
Why 91: live conditions (prime)
91Elite
A⛰
Alberton Gorge (St. John to Forrest Grove)
#2 Alberton Gorge (St. John to Forrest Grove) Prime
46.7 mi away
· 9,550 cfs · in range (1,200-20,000)· Falling -4% / 24h· Cold day · 33°F
Below Missoula the Clark Fork drops into a canyon gorge known as Alberton Gorge named for the town at the head of the run.  I-90 parallels this run but from the river you won't…
Why 89: live conditions (prime)
89Elite
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Willow Creek, Sec. 32, T24N, R29W To Noxon Reservoir, Sec. 14, T24N, R31W
#3 Willow Creek, Sec. 32, T24N, R29W To Noxon Reservoir, Sec. 14, T24N, R31W Poor
46.5 mi away
· 122 cfs · below min (350)· Falling -3% / 24h
The Willow Creek to Noxon Reservoir Whitewater River Run is a popular 30-mile long segment in Montana. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 1,200 to 3,000 cfs. The…
Why 30: live conditions (poor)
30Rated

Paddling near Hot Springs

The Hot Springs area has 3 paddle runs on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best paddling near Hot Springs

How are these paddle runs ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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