2025-12-07T08:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. There is a chance of moderate to major winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 28 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Essex, Glacier National Park, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, Bad Rock Canyon, Polebridge, and Marias Pass. * WHEN...From this afternoon through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...For MODERATE winter weather impacts, expect disruptions to normal activities. Hazardous traveling conditions. Use extra caution while driving. Closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. For MAJOR winter weather impacts, expect considerable disruptions to normal activities. Dangerous or impossible traveling conditions. Avoid travel in the impacted areas if possible. Widespread closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute, especially over higher passes.
Summary
The river has several technical sections with obstacles like boulders, drops, and narrow channels, which require precise maneuvering. The best time to float this section is from May to July when the water levels are high, around 1,500-2,000 cfs. This river run is suitable for intermediate paddlers with previous whitewater experience. Overall, the Big Creek to Glacier Rim river run offers a thrilling adventure through a picturesque Montana landscape.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 1380 cfs (4.76 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 35% |
| Optimal Range | 1000-11000 cfs |
| Status | Runnable |
| Class Level | III- to III |
| Elevation | 3,049 ft |
| Run Length | 8.0 Mi |
| Streamflow Discharge | 1240 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 4.6 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12362500 |
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Moose Lake Campground
Moose Lake
Big Creek to Glacier Rim
Glacier RIm to Blankenship Bridge and Confluence
West Glacier to Blankenship Bridge