Montana Whitewater
MIDDLE FORK INDIAN CREEK HEADWATERS, SEC. 14, T12N, R26W TO MAINSTEM, SEC. 25, T12N, R26W
STREAMFLOW: 7,120 CFS
• Class III-IV River Run
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The Middle Fork Indian Creek Headwaters to Mainstem run in Montana is a popular whitewater river run. The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is 800-1500 cfs. This section is rated as Class III-IV and has a total segment mileage of 9.4 miles. The river features several rapids and obstacles, including the Indian Creek Falls, which is a 15-foot waterfall that requires portage. Other notable rapids include Double Trouble, Pinball, and Wolf Creek Rapid.
Specific regulations to the area include a permit requirement for commercial outfitters. Private boaters are also required to obtain a permit and are limited to a maximum of 20 people per group. Additionally, boaters are required to pack out all waste and follow Leave No Trace principles.
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The Middle Fork Indian Creek Headwaters to Mainstem run in Montana is a popular whitewater river run. The ideal streamflow range for this section of the river is 800-1500 cfs. This section is rated as Class III-IV and has a total segment mileage of 9.4 miles. The river features several rapids and obstacles, including the Indian Creek Falls, which is a 15-foot waterfall that requires portage. Other notable rapids include Double Trouble, Pinball, and Wolf Creek Rapid.
Specific regulations to the area include a permit requirement for commercial outfitters. Private boaters are also required to obtain a permit and are limited to a maximum of 20 people per group. Additionally, boaters are required to pack out all waste and follow Leave No Trace principles.
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Last Updated | 2024-04-25 |
River Levels | 15300 cfs (10.34 ft) |
Percent of Normal | 57% |
Reporting Streamgauge | Clark Fork at St. Regis MT |
Elevation | 2,604 ft. |
River | |
Watershed | Middle Clark Fork |
Nearby Camping
Location | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
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Quartz Flat | 52 | 2,853 ft | |||
Forest Grove FAS | Numerous | 2,744 ft | |||
Forks FAS | 5 | 3,122 ft | |||
Powell | 42 | 3,417 ft |
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