Montana whitewater - Boulder River, Absaroka Range, Sweet Grass County

Sweet Grass county, McLeod to Highway bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III     4.5 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Montana are often easier than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. The beautiful scenery of Sweet Grass County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This
    section of Boulder River in Sweet Grass County is 4.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class III section. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. Whitewater paddling here in the Absaroka Range
is a great experience. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's good length for a morning trip. There are plenty of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well.

Briefly about the general area:
Summertime highs at Boulder River mostly tend to be in the 70's. Once the sun is down it plunges down to the 40's. The winter comes with highs in the 30's with winter lows in the 10's overnight here at Boulder River. A fine spot to have a look at in close proximity to Boulder River is Fuller
 
Draw.
Around Boulder River you don’t get a lot of rainfall; the month with most of the rain is May, and the driest of the months is February.

Boulder River, McLeod to Highway bridge road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III
Length: 4.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.65679
Longitude: -110.1058

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.6986
Longitude: -110.0169

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Current weather conditions at Boulder River, Absaroka Range, Montana
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Local climate location: MELVILLE 18 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Big Timber, Big Timber
11 miles away
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Murray Hotel, Livingston
35 miles away
The Murray Hotel is an authentic western hotel with modern amenities in the beautiful destination of Livingston Montana. Restored to its historic role as the premiere lodging in Livingston the Murra...

Super 8 Livingston, Livingston
35 miles away
The property conveniently located just off of Interstate 90 and Exit 333. The property features 37 rooms, interior corridors, Super Start Breakfast, Wireless Hi Speed internet, McDonald's, Subway, Al...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Bozeman, Montana, the metro area neareast to Boulder River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Boulder River.
 Whitewater Near Boulder River:
Boulder River - East, Sweet Grass County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 12 miles long (Headwaters to Boulder River)
Boulder River - West, Park Sweet Grass County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 14 miles long (Gallatin National Forest boundary to Boulder River)
Boulder River, Sweet Grass County , 12 miles away, Class V+ - 1 miles long (Boulder Falls to Highway)
Boulder River, Sweet Grass / Park County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 9 miles long (Chippy Park Campground to Boulder Falls)
Boulder River, Sweet Grass County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Speculator Creek to Chippy Park Campground)
Boulder River, Sweet Grass / Park County , 19 miles away, Class III-V - 4 miles long (Fourmile to Speculator Creek)
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 19 miles away, Class I-V - 3.5 miles long (Woodbine Campground to below Chrome Mine)
Big Timber Creek, Sweet Grass County , 23 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Close to Half Moon Campground)
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 24 miles away, Class I-III - 11.8 miles long (Buffalo Jump to Cliff Swallow)
 Ski Areas Near Boulder River:
Red Lodge Mountain, Montana , 55 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Bridger Bowl, Montana , 58 miles away, 2600 vertical feet
Showdown, Montana , 71 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Big Sky, Montana , 95 miles away, 4350 vertical feet
Moonlight Basin, Montana , 97 miles away, 4166 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Boulder River:
Super 8 Big Timber, Big Timber , 11 miles away
Murray Hotel, Livingston , 35 miles away
Super 8 Livingston, Livingston , 35 miles away
Best Western Yellowstone Inn, Livingston , 35 miles away
Quality Inn Livingston, Livingston , 35 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Boulder River:
Mc Leod Resort, Mc Leod, 6 miles away
Camp On The Boulder, Mc Leod, 6 miles away
East Boulder Campground, Sweet Grass County, 9 miles away
 Trails Near Boulder River:
Lodgepole Trail, Sweet Grass County , 9 miles away
Black Butte Trail, Sweet Grass County , 14 miles away

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