2025-12-06T17:00:00-07:00
...SERIES OF WINTER STORMS TO AFFECT THE MOUNTAINS AND PASSES THROUGH THE SATURDAY... .The first round of heavy snow is expected to last through early Friday morning and will primarily focus on the mountains of central and southwest Montana with 4 to 8 inches possible along the mountain passes including Bozeman and Kings Hill Pass. A period of lighter snowfall is expected Friday morning and afternoon. The second and more widespread round of heavier snowfall is expected to arrive Friday evening and continue into Saturday evening with an additional 6 to 12 inches possible over the passes and higher amounts above pass level. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Snowfall totals between 2 and 6 inches in the Big Hole Valley and between 8 and 15 inches at pass level. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Beaverhead County. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 PM MST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult and tire chains may be required for some vehicles. Those in the backcountry should ensure they are prepared for dangerous conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Summary
The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 1,000 and 5,000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The class rating for this river run is Class III, with some Class IV rapids. The segment mileage is approximately 12 miles.
Specific river rapids and obstacles on this run include Devil's Kitchen, which is a Class IV rapid that requires technical maneuvering around large boulders, and Fangs, a Class III rapid that features a series of narrow chutes and drops. Additionally, the run includes several smaller rapids and riffles that require precise navigation.
Specific regulations for the area include mandatory life jackets for all boaters and a ban on alcohol consumption while on the river. Additionally, the river is closed to floating during periods of high water, and all boaters must carry a fire extinguisher and a whistle.
Sources for this information include Montana River Action and the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks. It is important to verify the accuracy of information related to river conditions and regulations before undertaking any river activity.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-11-03 |
| River Levels | 4180 cfs (5.73 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 71% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 06025250 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Canyon Creek Cabin
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Divide Bridge Campground
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Divide Bridge
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Maidenrock FAS
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Greenwood Bottoms FAS
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Salmon Fly FAS
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Sec 15, T2S, R10W To Lion Cr, Sec. 4, T3S, R11W
Big Hole River