BEAR CREEK TO ESSEX
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 23, 2024
Winter Weather Advisory
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-23T09:30:00-07:00
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation. Likelihood of developing or ongoing moderate impacts from from 1 to 3 inches in the valleys below 4000 feet is greater than 90 percent, and 3 to 6 inches of snow is greater than 80 percent east of West Glacier, and up to a 50 percent chance of isolated major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow. Ice accumulations around a light glaze. * WHERE...Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Essex, Polebridge, Marias Pass, and Bad Rock Canyon. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute, especially over higher passes.
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-23T09:30:00-07:00
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation. Likelihood of developing or ongoing moderate impacts from from 1 to 3 inches in the valleys below 4000 feet is greater than 90 percent, and 3 to 6 inches of snow is greater than 80 percent east of West Glacier, and up to a 50 percent chance of isolated major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow. Ice accumulations around a light glaze. * WHERE...Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Essex, Polebridge, Marias Pass, and Bad Rock Canyon. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute, especially over higher passes.
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 445 cfs (4.83 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 47% |
| Optimal Range | 1000-10000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | II to III+ |
| Elevation | 3,586 ft |
| Run Length | 4.7 Mi |
| Gradient | 25 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 273 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 4.5 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
S F Flathead R Ab Twin C Nr Hungry Horse Mt
USGS 12359800 |
The Bear Creek to Essex River run in Montana is best suited for experienced rafters due to the challenging Class III and IV rapids. The river offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forest, but requires careful navigation around rocks and tight turns. The best time to float this section of water is in late spring or early summer, when water levels are high and the rapids are at their most thrilling. Recommended flow levels range from 800 to 1800 cfs. Rafters should be prepared for the possibility of cold water and strong currents, and should wear appropriate gear and safety equipment.
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