Get ready, adventure seekers! Montana’s wild rivers are calling, and with the spring thaw on the horizon, it’s time to gear up for some of Montana’s best whitewater rafting and river float trip. From the breathtaking vistas of Glacier National Park to the pristine waters winding through Yellowstone, your next larger-than-life adventure awaits.
Whether you dream of splashing through rapids in the summertime or soaking in the beauty of snow-capped peaks during winter, our real estate team at Hollinger Real Estate has a variety of scenic lakefront properties and lots for sale in Montana that are a stone’s throw from these natural wonders. See our Featured Properties for sale around Flathead Lake and beyond, then contact us for personal tours and insider tips on the best spots to chase the rapids under the vast Montana sky!
Whitewater and River Rafting Adventures in Montana
Montana: Glacier National Park Whitewater Rafting Trip
Prepare for the ride of your life on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River! With a professional guide leading the way, tackle nine awesome Class II and Class III rapids on an action-packed eight-mile journey. The excitement builds as you hit the hair-raising Bonecrusher rapid—all while soaking in stunning mountain scenery. Don’t forget to take a refreshing plunge into the glacial waters for an unforgettable experience! It’s also one of the more popular and educational ways to enjoy northwest Montana. The guides will share their insight into the perennial flora and fauna, environment, river ecology and more.
Gardiner: Yellowstone River Half-Day Whitewater Rafting
Here’s how you can experience some of the finest whitewater rafting within remote areas of the Yellowstone River. This outing promises thrills in remote, stunning landscapes. Throughout the (approximate) three-hour tour, you will paddle through scenic stretches and navigate the rapids, blending adrenaline and breathtaking beauty to keep every part of your group happy—whether you’re craving action or relaxation.
Big Sky: Half-Day Gallatin River (Class II-IV) Rafting Trip
Grab your friends and get ready to raft the famous Gallatin River featured in “A River Runs Through It”! This half-day adventure is ideal for adrenaline junkies, with Class II-IV rapids that will keep you laser-focused and having fun along the way. From the challenging House Rock to the mighty Mad Mile, you will completely disconnect from your fast-paced world as your mind and soul absorb the world on a river surrounded by nature and the rugged Montana wilderness.
Bozeman: 4-5 Hour Madison River Tube Trip
If you’d rather float your boat, this trip and a few others noted below, await your exploratory spirit! Within this calmer connection to cruising on a river, you, your friends and family are wrapped in sensational sights of the rugged Montana wilderness. In this excursion, there are a variety of ‘add-ons’ to enhance this “Town to River” tube float down the historic Madison River. Choose from extra cooler tubes with ice, waterproof speakers, dry bags and towels. Here’s another bonus: the river crew will unload everything and get you safely on the water, and off!
Madison River: Scenic Tubing or Paddleboard Float Trip (2-3 hours)
Paddleboard aficionados, take note! THIS is your trip which is offered for those who seek top spots to paddleboard in Montana, and then some. Be it on your board, or a rented stand-up board or a vinyl-free tube, you can forget about the world you left behind. As you paddle or drift above the warm waters of the Madison, you will undoubtedly promise yourself to return once again, and as soon as possible.
Ennis, MT: Exclusive Raft Trip + Lunch
This is a small group trip (with a maximum of 12 people) through a beautiful area only accessible by foot or boat. Given the technical nature of this river, the guides will use oar boats to row you down the river, no paddling necessary. Within this excursion, you will experience the peace and quiet of being the some of the only boaters around. Eagles may circle overhead, mountain sheep and goats might watch from rocky cliffs, and you could even catch sight of a bear as you float downstream. The trip begins with a few fun Class III rapids, some mellow, scenic floating, then you hit the legendary Kitchen Sink Rapid-a technical Class IV rapid. Along the way, you will enjoy a delicious riverside lunch and a mostly mellow float to the takeout, with great swimming holes, too!
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