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

Park Sweet Grass county, Gallatin National Forest boundary to Boulder River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     14 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Montana is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The beautiful Absaroka Range scenery is an added bonus. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. This
    stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your camping stuff. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good spots for that around here. The beautiful scenery of Montana and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to
come here and paddle. The Gallatin National Forest boundary to Boulder River stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. The Gallatin National Forest boundary to Boulder River section of Boulder River - West in Park Sweet Grass County is 14 miles long and has been rated as a class II-III section by American Whitewater.

Briefly about the general area:
A tour to Baker Draw is always fun. Boulder River - West is pretty dehydrated typically; May is the wettest month with most rain while February is mostly the driest month.
 
During the days of summer highs here at Boulder River - West reach the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures plunge down into the 50's. Through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 30's, and overnight lows at Boulder River - West through the winter usually descend into the 10's.

Boulder River - West, Gallatin National Forest boundary to Boulder River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 14 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.5233
Longitude: -110.32801

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.6608
Longitude: -110.10061

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Current weather conditions at Boulder River - West, Absaroka Range, Montana
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Local climate location: LIVINGSTON FAA AP 9 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Boulder River - West.
 Whitewater Near Boulder River - West:
Boulder River, Sweet Grass County , 2 miles away, Class V+ - 1 miles long (Boulder Falls to Highway)
Boulder River, Sweet Grass / Park County , 5 miles away, Class II-III - 9 miles long (Chippy Park Campground to Boulder Falls)
Boulder River - East, Sweet Grass County , 8 miles away, Class I-II - 12 miles long (Headwaters to Boulder River)
Boulder River, Sweet Grass County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Speculator Creek to Chippy Park Campground)
Boulder River, Sweet Grass / Park County , 11 miles away, Class III-V - 4 miles long (Fourmile to Speculator Creek)
Boulder River, Sweet Grass County , 11 miles away, Class III - 4.5 miles long (McLeod to Highway bridge)
Big Timber Creek, Sweet Grass County , 22 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Close to Half Moon Campground)
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 26 miles away, Class I-V - 3.5 miles long (Woodbine Campground to below Chrome Mine)
 Ski Areas Near Boulder River - West:
Bridger Bowl, Montana , 48 miles away, 2600 vertical feet
Red Lodge Mountain, Montana , 64 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Showdown, Montana , 69 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Big Sky, Montana , 83 miles away, 4350 vertical feet
Moonlight Basin, Montana , 86 miles away, 4162 vertical feet
Grand Targhee, Wyoming , 101 miles away, 2395 vertical feet
Jackson Hole, Wyoming , 106 miles away, 4139 vertical feet
Snow King, Wyoming , 109 miles away, 1571 vertical feet
Bear Paw Ski Bowl, Montana , 130 miles away, 900 vertical feet
Kelly Canyon, Idaho , 136 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Boulder River - West:
Super 8 Motel Big Timber, Big Timber , 22 miles away
Murray Hotel, Livingston , 24 miles away
Livingston Super 8 Motel, Livingston , 25 miles away
Best Western Yellowstone Inn, Livingston , 25 miles away
Quality Inn Livingston, Livingston , 25 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Boulder River - West:
Falls Creek Campground, Sweet Grass County, 5 miles away
East Boulder Campground, Sweet Grass County, 5 miles away
Big Beaver Campground, Sweet Grass County, 6 miles away
 Trails Near Boulder River - West:
Lodgepole Trail, Sweet Grass County , 17 miles away
 Lakes Near Boulder River - West

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