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Blackfoot River Rafting in Montana

BYU2005081.jpg The Blackfoot River starts in the Bob Marshall Wilderness and gathers volume from many small streams. By the time it reaches the town of Ovando the river has become great for canoeing. The whitewater portion starts at Russell Gates and is more than 45 miles long with numerous possibilities for different floats. During May and June, high water season, the Blackfoot is a good class II+ river with long stretches of rapids, fast water and several feisty holes and wave trains. By mid June when the levels start to come down the Blackfoot is a premier scenic float. The scenery is outstanding and wildlife abundant. Birding is incredible with numerous northwest species all spring.

The Blackfoot River is steeped in history. It was the waterway for taking the Blackfeet Indians to the Buffalo hunts. The river valley was Meriwether Lewis’s favorite, and provided excitement and drama at the end of this challenging exploration. The Blackfoot then played a major role in the Montana timber history and had a railroad at one time. The Blackfoot River then changed its role and excelled in providing recreational opportunities.

The Blackfoot River Challenge:

Request a BrochurePresently the Blackfoot River has been the focus for developing a landmark usage program between those that use the river, those that own land around the river, and the agencies involved in river management. In one of the largest conservation land deals in Montana history, nearly 41,000 acres in the forested lands surrounding the river valley will now be protected thanks to an agreement between The Nature Conservancy and Plum Creek Timber. The deal to be completed over five years will involve the purchase and re-sale, with conservation restrictions, of 88,000 acres of lands to private and public buyers. This historic purchase will help to protect the Blackfoot River Valley for future generations and preserve the rural ranching character of the valley. For more information please click the Blackfoot Challenge.

Blackfoot River Rafting
  Half Day Full Day Dinner Float Birding Trip Family Camping
Adults $59 $85 $98 $69 $299
Under 14 $55 $80 $98 $65 $245
Groups 10 - 18 $55 $80 Call $65 Call
Minimum Age: 6

    What To Wear:

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  • The Montana temperatures always add an element of surprise to the adventure. It can snow in August and be hot in May. On the river always prepare for the worst, then peel the layers of clothing that are not wanted.
  • Please do not wear shoes that cannot get wet or jeans or other all cotton clothing
  • We provide splash gear on cloudy, rainy days
  • We provide wet suits on cold days

    Blackfoot River Rafting Trip Highlights:

  • Exceptional scenery
  • Wildlife and birding
  • Photographic opportunities
  • Several different options for short or long trips
  • 2-day camping trips have state park facilities for restrooms

Family Camping on the Blackfoot River (June only)

A two day, 26 mile rafting camping trip. This is a private trip just for your family (minimum of four people). This is your time to be waited upon and leave the work to us. This river offers the perfect opportunity for family camping with children six and up. Try this short experience before a more adventurous long trip. The rapids are between novice and intermediate. The campground has permanent outdoor restroom facilitates. We will supply everything that you will need and do all of the cooking and clean up.

    Family Camping on the Blackfoot River

  • Activities: Family, multigenerational, or friends rafting and overnight camping trip.
  • Dates: Open dates (June Only) — We will schedule any two days convenient for you.
  • Difficulty: Novice, easy, safe for children six and up.
  • Location: The Blackfoot River. We will arrange a meeting place upon reservation.

    Family Camping: We will provide:

  • Tents
  • Sleeping pad, sleeping bag
  • A menu designed for your family (day 1-lunch and dinner, and day 2, breakfast and lunch) and all camping and cooking equipment.
  • Meeting location arranged at time of reservation.
  • An evening of games and camp fire activities.

    You bring:

  • (See the packing list)
  • Your clothes
  • Your fun