High Wind Watch
2026-04-07T21:00:00-06:00

* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible. The strongest winds will occur along and west of the Interstate 15 corridor and south of the Montana Hwy 200 corridor. * WHERE...Cascade County, including the Little Belt and Highwood Mountains, Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Western and Central Chouteau County, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass, and Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be very difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could reduce visibility at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing dust may significantly reduce visibility at times, especially along Interstate 15 between Shelby and the Canadian border.

Tenderfoot Creek, Sec. 30, T14n, R4e To Deep Creek, Sec. 31, T16n, R4e Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Montana

Last Updated: 2026-04-04

The whitewater river run from Tenderfoot Creek, Sec.

Summary

30, T14N, R4E to Deep Creek, Sec. 31, T16N, R4E in Montana is a thrilling adventure for experienced kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800-2,000 cfs. The class rating of this section ranges from Class III to Class IV+ rapids, making it a challenging and exciting course. The segment mileage for this stretch is approximately 22 miles.

Some of the specific river rapids and obstacles that are encountered during this run include Hell's Half Acre, a large Class IV rapid, and a series of Class III rapids such as Powerline Rapid and Double D. The run also includes several tight canyons that provide stunning scenery and challenging rapids. It's essential to exercise caution while navigating through these sections.

Specific regulations to the area include a permit requirement for boaters, which can be obtained by contacting the Bureau of Land Management. Additionally, it's important to note that there are many private landowners along this stretch, so it's crucial to respect their property rights and stay on the river. Overall, the Tenderfoot Creek to Deep Creek run is a thrilling and challenging adventure that requires experience and skill to navigate successfully.

°F

mph

Wind

%

Humidity

15-Day Weather Outlook

River Run Details

Last Updated	2026-04-04
River Levels	1480 cfs (5.28 ft)
Percent of Normal	99%
Status
Class Level	iii-iv+
Elevation	ft
Streamflow Discharge	cfs
Gauge Height	ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 06077500

Explore Interactive Map

High Wind Watch
Until 2026-04-06T06:00:00-06:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 75 mph possible. The strongest winds will occur along and west of the Interstate 15 corridor and south of the Montana Hwy 200 corridor. * WHERE...Cascade County, including the Little Belt and Highwood Mountains, Eastern Toole and Liberty Counties, Eastern Pondera and Eastern Teton Counties, Western and Central Chouteau County, Judith Basin County and Judith Gap, Upper Blackfoot and MacDonald Pass, and Big Belt, Bridger and Castle Mountains. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be very difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could reduce visibility at times. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing dust may significantly reduce visibility at times, especially along Interstate 15 between Shelby and the Canadian border.