2026-01-02T12:00:00-07:00
...SNOW AND WINTRY MIX FOR THURSDAY NIGHT INTO FRIDAY... .This set of Winter Weather Advisories has been issued due to concerns for mixed precipitation types given the recent colder weather and subsequently cold road temperatures. Do not expect significant or major accumulations amounts of ice and/or snow. Rain or wet snow falling on frozen surfaces can easily become very slick and exacerbated by compaction and/or frictional heating from tires on roadways. * WHAT...Snow and mixed precipitation expected. There is a chance of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations up to two inches, up to five inches at Lost trail Pass, and ice accumulations around a light glaze. * WHERE...Lolo Pass to Lolo, and Highway 93 Sula to Lost Trail Pass. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to noon MST Friday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes, especially over higher passes.
Summary
The Nez Perce Fork Bitterroot River is a popular whitewater river run in Montana. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 100 and 600 cubic feet per second (cfs), with peak flows occurring in May and June due to snowmelt. The run is rated Class II-III, with occasional class IV rapids during high water.
The segment mileage of the run is approximately 20 miles, starting at Sec. 26, T1S, R22W and ending at Painted Rocks Dam, Sec. 26, T1S, R22W. The river runs through a scenic, forested canyon with views of the Bitterroot Mountains.
Specific river rapids and obstacles include the "Roaring Lion" rapids, a series of class III rapids with boulder gardens and strong currents. Other notable rapids include "Little Willow" and "Kootenai". The run also features several shallow rocky sections that require careful navigation.
Regulations for the area include a requirement for a Montana Fishing License, as well as restrictions on camping and campfires. Additionally, boaters are required to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs) at all times.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2025-12-31 |
| River Levels | 622 cfs (2.58 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 77% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12342500 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Rombo
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Rombo Campground
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Sam Billings Memorial Campground
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Sam Billings Memorial
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Painted Rocks State Park
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Medicine Point Lookout
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Nez Perce Fork Bitterroot River, Sec. 26, T1S, R22W To Painted Rocks Dam, Sec. 26, T1S, R22W