Montana whitewater - Kootenai River, Lincoln County
Lincoln
county,
Libby to Troy section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-IV 20 miles
This section of Kootenai River is 20 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-IV section. The natural beauty of Lincoln County and the water flowing gracefully down Kootenai River have people coming here. You can enjoy this section more if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Montana are easier than the national norm, so better not forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. The
Libby to Troy section is the only paddling section along Kootenai River. 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. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting
or kayaking, either way this area has a pretty small number of paddling rivers. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature have a lot of people coming here.
Briefly about the general area: Kootenai River gets a typical amount of yearly rain; all through November this area sees the most rain; the driest of the months is July. Summer brings highs in the 80's to Kootenai River. Summer nighttime lows descend down to the 40's. Highs through the wintertime are ordinarily in the 30's; after the sun is down during the wintertime temperatures at Kootenai River descend into the 10's.
11 miles away
The Super 8 Libby is conveniently located on Hwy. 2 West in Libby, Montana. The property features 42 rooms, Free Hi Speed Wireless Internet, Hair Dryers, Heated Indoor Pool and Antlers Restaurant nex...
43 miles away
This Bonners Ferry, Idaho hotel is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Kootenai River and nearby mountains. The Best Western Kootenai River Inn Casino & Spa offers guests magnificent views of th...
46 miles away
Located off of I-90 near Silver Mountain Ski Resort, the Route of Hiawatha Mountain Biking and Hiking Trail, the Silver Country 1000 Mile Trail System for snowmobiling, mountain biking, and ATVs. The ...
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