Rafting in Western Montana + Glacier National Park

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Whitewater Rafting and River Trips

Emily Hall

Whitewater Rafting and River Trips

Note: Conservation Licenses are required for everyone age 12 and older to access most state lands, including wildlife management areas, fishing access sites and wildlife habitat protection areas. This requirement does not include state parks. Please recreate responsibly. Learn more here.

With calm paths, deep runs and a healthy dose of raging rapids, Western Montana is ideal for a scenic float or a wild whitewater adventure. The Middle Fork of the Flathead River near Glacier National Park and the Alberton Gorge outside of Missoula are both prime whitewater destinations, and there are plenty of flat-water stretches to float, fish and soak up the scenery.

Outfitters throughout the region rent rafts for self-guided trips. But, if you're looking for an adventure with a seasoned guide (something we highly recommend) try one of the rafting companies below.

PLAY IT SAFE!

Montana river conditions can be dangerous. Be sure to use proper caution, wear a personal flotation device (PFD) and dress appropriately when hitting the river. Know your limitations, respect the water and exercise proper caution by avoiding rivers when they are running high or during cold weather. Also, be sure to respect property rights and stream access laws. Visit Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks for the latest information on stream access.

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10,000 Waves Raft & Kayak Adventures
802 W. Spruce St.
Missoula, MT 59802
406.549.6670
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Adventure Missoula
39 Juniper Lane
Alberton, MT 59820
406.813.0595
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Glacier Anglers & Outfitters
12400 U.S. Highway 2 E.
West Glacier, MT 59936
406-888-5454
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Glacier Guides and Montana Raft
11970 U.S. Highway 2
West Glacier, MT 59936
406.387.5555 | 800.521.7238
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Glacier Park Rafting
12127 U.S. Highway 2 E., Suite A
West Glacier, MT 59936
406.888.8754 | 800.735.7897
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Glacier Raft Company
106 Going-to-the-Sun Road
West Glacier, MT 59936
406.888.5454
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Great Northern Fly Fishing Guides
12127 U.S. Highway 2 E., Suite A
West Glacier, MT 59936
406.888.8754 | 800.735.7897
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Great Northern Resort & Whitewater Rafting
12127 U.S. Highway 2 E.
West Glacier, MT 59936
406.387.5340 | 800.735.7897
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Kootenai Angler, Cabins and River Bend Restaurant
13546 State Highway 37
Libby, MT 59923
406.293.7578 | 800.322.9339
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Montana River Guides
138 Big Bend Lane
Alberton, MT 59820
406.722.7238
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Paddle Ridge
12400 U.S. Highway 2 E.
West Glacier, MT 59936
406-888-5454
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Rye Creek Lodge
345 Rye Creek Road
Darby, MT 59829
406.821.3366 | 888.821.3366
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Sherman Lodge at True Water Fly Shop
35 Fourth St. W.
Kalispell, MT 59901
406.318.5900
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Snowy Springs Outfitters Inc.
15600 U.S. Highway 2 E.
Essex, MT 59916
406.226.9225
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Swan Mountain Outfitters
12000 U.S. Highway 2 E.
West Glacier, MT 59936
406.387.4405 | 877.888.5557
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Tobacco River Ranch Glamping
Osloski Road at Tobacco River
Eureka , MT 59917
406.297.7870
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Wild River Adventures
11900 U.S. Highway 2 E.
West Glacier, MT 59936
406.387.9453
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Alberton Orchards
1022 Sawmill Gulch Road
Alberton, MT 59820
(406) 380-3308
Backcountry Packraft Rentals
475 U.S. Highway 89
Browning, MT 59417
406.272.6468
Glacier Tourbase

Whitefish, MT 59937
406.200.8325
Kootenai Valley Inflatables
254 Lime Creek Lane
Troy, MT 59935
406.295.5001
Moving Forward Adaptive Sports

Lakeside, MT 59922
406.890.4882
Sky Eco - Glacier General Store & Cabins
10630 U.S. Highway 2 E.
Coram, MT 59913
406.414.7538
Slow Drift Shuttles
Blackfoot River
Missoula, MT 59801
406.285.8638
The Cliff Ranch
1684 Knob and Kettle Lane
Ovando, MT 59854
406.531.6969
Travel Montana
PO Box 16
Red Lodge, MT 59068
888.758.8687
Wiley E. Waters Whitewater Rafting
201 William Lloyd Lane
Superior, Mt 59872
509-998-1120 | 888-502-1900
Zoo Town Surfers
1001 S. Fourth St. W., Suite 5
Missoula, MT 59801
406.546.0370