Best paddling near Marion

6 paddle runs · 6 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best paddling near Marion, 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 6 of 6 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
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Junction Of The Fisher River (Three Miles Sownstream Of Libby Dam) To Tub Gulch, Approximately Four Miles Upstream From The Town Of Libby, Montana
#1 Junction Of The Fisher River (Three Miles Sownstream Of Libby Dam) To Tub Gulch, Approximately Four Miles Upstream From The Town Of Libby, Montana Prime
38.6 mi away
· 14,000 cfs · in range (5,000-30,000)· Falling -6% / 24h
The Whitewater River Run on the Fisher River in Montana is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800 and 1500 cubic…
Why 88: live conditions (prime)
88Elite
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10 Miles From Tub Gulch To Quartz Creek To 10 Miles From Tub Gulch To Quartz Creek
#2 10 Miles From Tub Gulch To Quartz Creek To 10 Miles From Tub Gulch To Quartz Creek Prime
45.8 mi away
· 14,000 cfs · in range (5,000-30,000)· Falling -6% / 24h
The Whitewater River Run in Montana is a popular destination for kayakers, rafters, and other adventure seekers. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 1000 and 3000…
Why 88: live conditions (prime)
88Elite
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West Glacier to Blankenship Bridge
#3 West Glacier to Blankenship Bridge Prime
49.9 mi away
· 5,800 cfs · in range (700-10,000)
This last 5 mile stretch completes the middle fork section of the Flathead.  There's still some good fishing here and one last rapid before the confluence with the north fork.
Why 87: live conditions (prime)
87Elite
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Glacier RIm to Blankenship Bridge and Confluence
#4 Glacier RIm to Blankenship Bridge and Confluence Prime
44.7 mi away
· 4,040 cfs · in range (1,000-11,000)
The Glacier Rim to Blankenship Bridge and Confluence River run in Montana is a scenic and exciting adventure for experienced rafters. The river has multiple Class III and IV…
Why 85: live conditions (prime)
85Elite
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Big Creek to Glacier Rim
#5 Big Creek to Glacier Rim Prime
49.2 mi away
· 4,040 cfs · in range (1,000-11,000)
The Big Creek to Glacier Rim river run in Montana is a Class II-III river with exciting rapids, calm pools, and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The river has several…
Why 85: live conditions (prime)
85Elite
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Willow Creek, Sec. 32, T24N, R29W To Noxon Reservoir, Sec. 14, T24N, R31W
#6 Willow Creek, Sec. 32, T24N, R29W To Noxon Reservoir, Sec. 14, T24N, R31W Poor
35.7 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 Marion

The Marion area has 6 paddle runs on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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