Wind Advisory
2025-12-19T11:00:00-07:00

* WHAT...Southwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected mainly in the Bitterroot Valley. * WHERE...Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys. * WHEN...From 2 AM to 11 AM MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.


Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4n, R21w To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4n, R23w And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5n, R23w Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2025-12-18

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Summary

The Whitewater River Run in Montana offers a thrilling adventure for experienced paddlers. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 800-1500 cfs. This section of the river is rated as class III-IV, with some rapids being class V during high water. The segment mileage is approximately 18 miles, starting at the Lick Creek Bridge and ending at Twin Lakes Dam.

The river features several notable rapids, including "Pinball," "Lick Creek Falls," and "Bear Creek Rapid." These rapids offer challenging obstacles for paddlers, requiring advanced skills and experience to navigate safely.

There are specific regulations for this area, including a permit requirement for camping and a prohibition on campfires above 5000 feet elevation. Additionally, all boaters must carry proper safety equipment, including a personal flotation device and a helmet.

River Run Details

Last Updated 2025-12-18
River Levels 2050 cfs (3.88 ft)
Percent of Normal 221%
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Class Level iii-iv
Elevation ft
Streamflow Discharge cfs
Gauge Height ft
Reporting Streamgage USGS 12344000
       

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Nearby Streamflow Levels

Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WBitterroot River near Darby MT Preview Bitterroot River Near Darby Mt
693.0cfs
693cfs
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WBitterroot River at Bell Crossing nr Victor MT Preview Bitterroot River At Bell Crossing Nr Victor Mt
670.0cfs
670cfs
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WWest Fork Bitterroot River nr Conner MT Preview West Fork Bitterroot River Nr Conner Mt
57.5cfs
58cfs
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WMiddle Fork Rock Cr nr Philipsburg MT Preview Middle Fork Rock Cr Nr Philipsburg Mt
81.5cfs
82cfs
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WFlint Creek near Southern Cross MT Preview Flint Creek Near Southern Cross Mt
6.86cfs
7cfs
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WBig Hole River bl Mudd Cr nr Wisdom MT Preview Big Hole River Bl Mudd Cr Nr Wisdom Mt
94.9cfs
95cfs
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Area Campgrounds

Location Reservations Toilets
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WThree Frogs Campground Preview Three Frogs Campground
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WUpper Como Preview Upper Como
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WLake Como Preview Lake Como
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WLake Como Campground Preview Lake Como Campground
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WWood's Cabin Preview Wood's Cabin
Lick Creek Bridge, Sec. 18, T4N, R21W To Bear Creek Pass, Sec. 5, T4N, R23W And Twin Lakes Dam, Sec. 29, T5N, R23WThree Sisters Group Site Campground Preview Three Sisters Group Site Campground
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Boat Launches

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River Runs