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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.
Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
River Levels | 432 cfs (4.85 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 23% |
Optimal Range | 1000-10000 cfs |
Status | Runnable |
Class Level | II to II+ |
Elevation | 3,983 ft |
Run Length | 24.2 Mi |
Gradient | 15 FPM |
Streamflow Discharge | 1440 cfs |
Gauge Height | 6.1 ft |
Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12355000 |
FLATHEAD RIVER AT COLUMBIA FALLS MT | 12700cfs |
TOBACCO RIVER NEAR EUREKA MT | 388cfs |
FLATHEAD RIVER NEAR BIGFORK MT | 4310cfs |
SWAN RIVER NEAR BIGFORK MT | 1340cfs |
FLATHEAD RIVER AT FLATHEAD BRITISH COLUMBIA | 1440cfs |
MIDDLE FORK FLATHEAD RIVER NR WEST GLACIER MT | 5970cfs |
S F FLATHEAD RIVER NR COLUMBIA FALLS MT | 2520cfs |