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Trip Itinerary

Day 1: You'll have a chance to pack your gear before meeting your trusty four-legged transportation and wranglers at Rawhide Trail Rides. Pack your things in one bag that will be transported to camp by vehicle; things you will want while riding to camp should be kept separate. For these items, you can bring a small backpack or use the saddlebags that are on most of the saddles. We recommend that you wear light hiking boots with a heel, or tennis shoes will work fine; cowboy boots are not a necessity. It's also helpful to bring a water bottle or canteen.

The view from the camp is striking. You'll see 360 degrees of mountain beauty from this spot, overlooking Glacier National Park, the Flathead National Forest and the Bob Marshall Wilderness -- be sure to bring your camera! Besides the views, elk, deer or moose just might show themselves as you relax around the camp. You'll also experience riding through forested areas of pine and cedar trees.

Day 2: Morning comes early around the camp and you'll have a hearty breakfast before mounting your horses for the ride back to West Glacier.

After lunch you'll give up your saddles for paddles as you head out for the river. You'll have a chance to pack the gear you need on the river in waterproof bags and leave the rest in West Glacier. Upon arrival at the river, you'll load your gear onto the rafts and head out on another adventure and have a chance to wash off a little trail dust. After a couple hours on the river, camp will be set up along the river's edge. You can help with a little camp set-up, then try a little fishing stream-side, or just change clothes and relax as your guides prepare dinner. If the fresh air and rippling water haven't lulled you to sleep, there's plenty of tales to tell around the campfire.

Day 3-4: The two days will include more fishing, floating, riverside meals, and rapids until late afternoon when you reach West Glacier. Trip includes 13 named rapids, mostly Class II and III whitewater (medium whitewater with numerous waves, narrow passages, eddies and bends), including Tunnel and Jaws. Watch for our photographer at Bonecrusher and be sure to view your digital photos after the trip! You'll paddle through the same rapids where Meryl Streep guided her family on the river in the exciting Universal film "The River Wild." Once you get back to our office, there will be time to view trip photos, pick out some souvenirs and pack up your memories of the special magic of the Middle Fork of the Flathead River.

Middle Fork of the Flathead River

The Middle Fork originates in the heart of the Bob Marshall Wilderness and flows northwesterly to form the southern border of Glacier National Park in northwest Montana. The Middle Fork offers a unique way to experience the Park's majestic beauty. In the spring and early summer there is good whitewater on the Middle Fork. At this time of year the whitewater is at its peak with Class III-IV rapids. By late July the rapids have moderated to fun-filled Class II-III.

The Middle Fork has excellent fishing with the unique Westslope cutthroat trout (a native fish of the Flathead River System) being the primary fish. The Flathead is one of the few fisheries for this type of fish. There are also some rainbow trout, lake trout, and whitefish in the rivers.

What to Bring:

Wear shoes and clothing you don't mind getting wet (swimsuit or shorts and T-shirt in warm weather, fleece pullover in cool temperatures - avoid cotton) and have dry clothes in your car to change into after the trip. Bring only waterproof disposable cameras and water in plastic bottles.

Wetsuits provided at no additional charge when weather or water conditions require their use. Also available for rent for $5, including booties. Booties available for rent for $2.

Waiver Required:

Before going on any river trip, each guest must read, understand, and sign our Liability Waiver. Parents or legal guardians must sign for any children.

River Rapid Class Rating System:

Class I -- Easy - Water with riffles and small waves and few obstructions that are easily missed.

Class II -- Novice - Straightforward rapids with wide, clear channels. Some maneuvering required. Rocks and medium waves are easily missed.

Class III -- Intermediate - Rapids with moderate, irregular waves that are difficult to avoid with tight passages, strong eddies and currents.

Class IV -- Advanced - Intense, predictable rapids requiring precise boat handling, with some unavoidable waves and tight passages.

Class V -- Expert - Extremely long or very violent rapids. Drops may contain large, unavoidable waves and tight chutes with complex routes.

Important Information

This tour does not include hotel pick-up. Child ages applies to children ages 8 to 12. Minimum age is 8. Prices include all taxes and fees. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 888-839-3828.