2026-01-07T11:00:00-07:00
* WHAT...Snow expected. There is a likelihood of minor to moderate winter weather impacts. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches, except 6 to 10 inches at Marias Pass. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Essex, Marias Pass, Glacier National Park, Bad Rock Canyon, Highway 83 Bigfork to Swan Lake, and Polebridge. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Winter traveling conditions. For MINOR winter weather impacts, expect a few inconveniences to normal activities. Use caution while driving. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes, 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 | 712 cfs |
| Gauge Height | 5.2 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