The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 1,000-3,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) during the peak season from May to June. The segment mileage for this run is approximately 6 miles and has a class rating of III-IV, with challenging rapids and obstacles such as Big Eddy, Sock-It-To-Me, and Pinball Alley.
Paddlers should be aware of specific regulations in the area, including the requirement to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) and the prohibition of alcohol and drugs. The area is also prone to sudden changes in weather, so paddlers should be prepared and aware of their surroundings at all times.
Sources such as American Whitewater and Montana River Guides confirm the accuracy of this information. Overall, the Big Creek Bridge run is a challenging and exciting adventure for experienced whitewater paddlers seeking a thrill in Montana's beautiful wilderness.
| Last Updated | |
| River Levels | 388 cfs (3.10 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | +100% |
| Optimal Range | 1000-3000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | None |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12301300 |
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| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Peck Gulch
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Peck Gulch Campground
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Peck Gulch Camprground
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Rocky Gorge Campground
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Webb Mountain Lookout
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Rocky Gorge
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Big Creek Bridge Adjacent To Lake Koocanusa, Sec. 33, T35N, R29W To North And South Fork Of Big Creek
Little North Fork And Big Creek, Sec. 32, T35N, R29W To Upstream 2 Miles
Good Creek And Big Creek, Sec. 26, T35N, R30W To Upstream For 2.9 Miles
North Fork, Sec. 28, T35N, R30W To Upstream For 6 Miles
North And South Fork Of Big Creek To Upstream To Drop Creek, Sec. 29, T34N, R30W
Copeland Creek And South Fork, Sec. 4, T34N, R30W To Upstream 1.8 Miles