Winter Storm Watch
2026-04-03T06:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. There is a chance of moderate to major winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches possible for terrain above 5500 feet, including MacDonald Pass, Homestake Pass, Lost Trail Pass and Lolo Pass. 2 to 6 inches possible down to 3000 feet, including Butte, Seeley Lake and Anaconda. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Butte, Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth, Georgetown Lake, Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass, Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, Lolo Pass, MacDonald Pass, Homestake Pass, and Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. For MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes, especially over higher passes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy, wet snow may cause power outages and tree damage.

Missoula Town Run Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Montana

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Missoula Town Run river in Montana is a popular destination for rafters and kayakers.

Summary

The river features a variety of obstacles, including Class II and III rapids, waves, and rock gardens. The difficulty of the river run depends on the water level, with higher water levels making it more challenging. The best time to float this section of the river is during late spring and early summer when the water levels are high enough to provide good rapids without being too dangerous. Recommended CFS levels for the Missoula Town Run are between 2,000 and 4,000. Overall, the Missoula Town Run is a fun and exciting river run that is suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers.

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River Run Details

Last Updated	2023-06-13
River Levels	958 cfs (2.11 ft)
Percent of Normal	100%
Optimal Range	600-40000 cfs
Status	Runnable
Class Level	II to II+
Elevation	3,321 ft
Run Length	3.6 Mi
Streamflow Discharge	1940 cfs
Gauge Height	3.1 ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 12334550

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Winter Storm Watch
Until 2026-04-01T15:45:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. There is a chance of moderate to major winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches possible for terrain above 5500 feet, including MacDonald Pass, Homestake Pass, Lost Trail Pass and Lolo Pass. 2 to 6 inches possible down to 3000 feet, including Butte, Seeley Lake and Anaconda. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Butte, Highway 12 Garrison to Elliston, I-90 East Missoula to Bearmouth, Georgetown Lake, Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass, Highway 83 Seeley Lake to Condon, Lolo Pass, MacDonald Pass, Homestake Pass, and Highway 200 Bonner to Greenough. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. For MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday morning and evening commutes, especially over higher passes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy, wet snow may cause power outages and tree damage.