Montana whitewater - Flathead River - South Fork, Lewis Range, Flathead County Flathead county, Big Prairie to Mid Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II+     31 miles   The nature scenery of Montana and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. A stretch this long is of course too much for a one day trip, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. When you're paddling down a Lewis Range river like this one you always get great     scenery along the way too. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you won't find a large number of other rivers. This stretch of Flathead River - South Fork in Montana is 31 miles long and has been rated as a class II+ section by American Whitewater. The Big Prairie to Mid Creek section is the only paddling section along Flathead River - South Fork. 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. Briefly about the general area: Through the warm days of summer highs here at Flathead River - South Fork reach the 80's. Through the dark hours of summer temperatures fall down into the 40's. High temperatures during the   winter are normally in the 20's, and after the sun is down throughout the wintertime temperatures at Flathead River - South Fork drop into the 0's. Flathead River - South Fork gets very little precipitation; the wettest month of the year is typically January, that's the one that snows the most; July is the month with the least moisture. So many cool things to do in the Lewis Range, not enough time. Going for a hike on the Catchem Creek Trail is always a wonderful adventure, and there are pleasant places to look at along the Haystack Mountain Trail. Flathead River - South Fork, Big Prairie to Mid Creek road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II+ Length: 31 miles Average Gradient: 22 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.4793 Longitude: -113.2243 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 0 Longitude: 0 Paddler input for Flathead River - South Fork, Montana: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Flathead River - South Fork, Lewis Range, Montana Local climate location: SEELEY LAKE RANGER STN 17 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Bridge Street Cottages, Bigfork 47 miles away Bridge Street Cottages, completed in 2004, are located, on the Swan River where it flows into Bigfork Bay. It's an idyllic setting for our luxury cottages that are full of amenities, Just a short stro...   Lewis Range Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Lewis Range. Lewis Range Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Lewis Range. All Montana Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Montana. Books about whitewater paddling on Flathead River - South Fork, Montana List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Flathead River - South Fork, Montana. Find a whitewater outfitter in Montana Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Missoula, Montana Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Missoula, Montana, the metro area neareast to Flathead River - South Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Flathead River - South Fork.   Whitewater Near Flathead River - South Fork: Blackfoot River - North Fork, Powell County , 25 miles away, Class I-III - 6 miles long (Wilderness Boundary to Blackfoot River) Blackfoot River, Missoula County , 25 miles away, Class II - 40 miles long (Highway 141 to Scotty Brown Bridge) Blackfoot River, Missoula County , 29 miles away, Class II-III - 32 miles long (Scotty Brown Bridge to Johnsrud Park)   Ski Areas Near Flathead River - South Fork: Teton Pass, Montana , 36 miles away, 1010 vertical feet Marshall Mountain, Montana , 54 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Discovery Ski, Montana , 57 miles away, 1670 vertical feet Montana Snowbowl, Montana , 58 miles away, 2600 vertical feet Great Divide, Montana , 72 miles away, 1580 vertical feet Blacktail Mountain, Montana , 83 miles away, 1440 vertical feet Big Mountain, Montana , 91 miles away, 2500 vertical feet Lost Trail, Montana , 97 miles away, 1800 vertical feet Moonlight Basin, Montana , 160 miles away, 4162 vertical feet Big Sky, Montana , 162 miles away, 4350 vertical feet   Hotels Near Flathead River - South Fork: Bridge Street Cottages, Bigfork , 47 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Flathead River - South Fork: Monture Creek Campground, Powell County, 18 miles away   Trails Near Flathead River - South Fork: Catchem Creek Trail, Powell County , 2 miles away Haystack Mountain Trail, Powell County , 7 miles away Jumbo Lookout Trail, Powell County , 7 miles away Camp Creek Pass Trail, Powell County , 8 miles away Foolhen Creek Trail, Powell County , 9 miles away