BORDER TO POLEBRIDGE
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
Winter Weather Advisory
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T11:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Snow expected. Valley accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Likelihood of moderate impacts in the higher terrain and mountain passes from 3 to 6 inches of snow is greater than 90 percent, and up to a 50 percent chance of isolated major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow. * WHERE...Marias Pass, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Essex, Polebridge, and Bad Rock Canyon. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Thursday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur.
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T11:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Snow expected. Valley accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Likelihood of moderate impacts in the higher terrain and mountain passes from 3 to 6 inches of snow is greater than 90 percent, and up to a 50 percent chance of isolated major impacts from 6 to 10 inches or more of snow. * WHERE...Marias Pass, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Essex, Polebridge, and Bad Rock Canyon. * WHEN...Until 11 AM MST Thursday. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE impacts from snow, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur.
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 432 cfs (4.85 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 23% |
| Optimal Range | 1000-10000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | II to II+ |
| Elevation | 3,983 ft |
| Run Length | 24.2 Mi |
| Gradient | 15 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 160 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 4.1 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
Flathead River At Flathead British Columbia
USGS 12355000 |
The Border to Polebridge river run on the Flathead River in Montana offers a scenic and challenging experience for intermediate to advanced paddlers. This section features several Class III and IV rapids, including Bonecrusher and Jaws, as well as logjams and sweepers that require careful navigation. The best time to float this section is typically from mid-June to mid-July, when water levels are between 3,000 and 6,000 cfs. It is recommended that paddlers have experience with technical rapids and scouting beforehand.
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