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
This section features several Class III and IV rapids, including Bonecrusher and Jaws, as well as logjams and sweepers that require careful navigation. The best time to float this section is typically from mid-June to mid-July, when water levels are between 3,000 and 6,000 cfs. It is recommended that paddlers have experience with technical rapids and scouting beforehand.
River Run Details
| Last Updated | 2023-06-13 |
| River Levels | 432 cfs (4.85 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 23% |
| Optimal Range | 1000-10000 cfs |
| Status | Too Low |
| Class Level | II to II+ |
| Elevation | 3,983 ft |
| Run Length | 24.2 Mi |
| Gradient | 15 FPM |
| Streamflow Discharge | 463 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 4.7 ft |
| Reporting Streamgage | USGS 12355000 |
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Kintla Lake
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Kintla Lake - Glacier National Park
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Tuchuck
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Tuchuck Campground
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Wurtz Cabin
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Hornet Lookout Cabin
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Border to Polebridge