2026-01-03T11:00:00-07:00
...LIGHT WINTRY MIX LATE TONIGHT/SATURDAY MORNING... .Afternoon precipitation will diminish with another round of light wintry mix later tonight into early Saturday. Watch out for slippery conditions due to black ice on roads and sidewalks from a mix of light freezing rain and snow. * WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. There is a likelihood of minor winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations around a light glaze. * WHERE...Bad Rock Canyon, Glacier National Park, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Polebridge, Marias Pass, and Essex. * WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 AM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.
Summary
It is a Class I-II section with occasional Class III rapids. The best time to float is in late spring or early summer when the CFS is around 1,500-2,500. There are a few obstacles such as log jams and shallow sections, but they are easily navigable. The river run is suitable for beginner to intermediate paddlers and offers stunning views of the surrounding wilderness. Overall, it is a great choice for a relaxing day on the water.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1290 cfs (6.15 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 47% |
| Optimal Range | 1000-9000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | II+ |
| Elevation | 3,586 ft |
| Run Length | 26.0 Mi |
| Gradient | 20 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 361 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 4.7 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12359800 |
Weather Forecast
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Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Ole Creek
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Devil Creek Campground
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Devil Creek
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Zip's Place Cabin
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Elk Island Campground
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Murray Bay
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Essex to Moccasin Creek
Bear Creek to Essex