BIG CREEK TO GLACIER RIM
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 | 1380 cfs (4.76 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 35% |
| Optimal Range | 1000-11000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | III- to III |
| Elevation | 3,049 ft |
| Run Length | 8.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 2590 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 5.9 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
S F Flathead River Nr Columbia Falls Mt
USGS 12362500 |
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 technical sections with obstacles like boulders, drops, and narrow channels, which require precise maneuvering. The best time to float this section is from May to July when the water levels are high, around 1,500-2,000 cfs. This river run is suitable for intermediate paddlers with previous whitewater experience. Overall, the Big Creek to Glacier Rim river run offers a thrilling adventure through a picturesque Montana landscape.
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