2025-12-17T17:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, southwest winds 25 to 40 mph damaging gusts over 50 mph expected and greater than 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Kootenai/Cabinet Region and Lower Clark Fork Region. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM MST Tuesday. For the High Wind Watch, from late Tuesday night through Wednesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...For the High Wind Watch, bursts of heavy snow and winter driving conditions are possible in higher valleys, over mountain passes, and along the Divide.
Summary
29, T34N, R30W in Montana is a popular whitewater river run among kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 500-1500 cfs. The river is classified as a Class III-IV, with continuous rapids and technical sections that require advanced paddling skills. The segment mileage of this run is approximately 6 miles.
One of the significant rapids in this section is the Big Drop Rapid, which is a Class IV+ rapid that requires expert-level paddling skills. Other rapids to watch out for include the Rocky Chute and the S-Turn.
There are specific regulations in place for this area, including the use of personal flotation devices (PFDs), which are mandatory for all participants. Additionally, no alcohol is allowed on the river, and all participants must follow Leave No Trace principles to prevent damage to the natural environment.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 388 cfs (3.10 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 500-1500 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12301300 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tobacco River Near Eureka Mt
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388cfs |
Kootenai River Bl Libby Dam Nr Libby Mt
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16400cfs |
Yaak River Near Troy Mt
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3430cfs |
Kootenai River At Leonia Id
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27100cfs |
Fisher River Near Libby Mt
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1260cfs |
Kootenai River Bel Moyie River Nr Bonners Ferry Id
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27500cfs |
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Webb Mountain Lookout
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Peck Gulch
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Peck Gulch Campground
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Peck Gulch Camprground
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Big Creek Baldy Lookout
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Rocky Gorge Campground
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River Runs
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North Fork, Sec. 28, T35N, R30W To Upstream For 6 Miles
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North And South Fork Of Big Creek To Upstream To Drop Creek, Sec. 29, T34N, R30W
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Good Creek And Big Creek, Sec. 26, T35N, R30W To Upstream For 2.9 Miles
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Copeland Creek And South Fork, Sec. 4, T34N, R30W To Upstream 1.8 Miles
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Lookout Creek And South Fork, Sec. 21, T34N, R30W To Upstream For 6 Miles
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Little North Fork And Big Creek, Sec. 32, T35N, R29W To Upstream 2 Miles