Montana whitewater - Rosebud Creek - West, Absaroka Range, Stillwater County

Stillwater county, Emerald Lake to Pine Grove Campground section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV+(V)     3 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Montana are easier than the national norm, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. There's camping available near Rosebud Creek - West. The Emerald Lake to Pine Grove Campground stretch of Rosebud Creek - West is 3 miles long and is rated by American
    Whitewater as a class III-IV+(V) section. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of spots for that. The beauty of the Absaroka Range is a great plus for this river. This is a pretty short section so
you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. The beautiful scenery of Montana and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come.

Briefly about the general area:
The amount of rain that falls at Rosebud Creek - West is close to the national average; of all the months in a year June is the one with the most rain; October meanwhile is the driest month.
Throughout the long summer days, highs commonly are in the 70's at Rosebud Creek - West, and during
 
the night it cools down to the 30's. Daytime highs all through the winter are in the 20's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Rosebud Creek - West.

Rosebud Creek - West, Emerald Lake to Pine Grove Campground road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV+(V)
Length: 3 miles
Average Gradient: 150 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.22499
Longitude: -109.76001

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.27579
Longitude: -109.64361

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Current weather conditions at Rosebud Creek - West, Absaroka Range, Montana
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Local climate location: COOKE CITY 14 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Lupine Inn Red Lodge, Red Lodge
32 miles away
In the shadow of the majestic Beartooth Mountains is the scenic resort town of Red Lodge, offering an abundance of recreational opportunities, celebrations and special events year round. In winter, en...

Comfort Inn Red Lodge, Red Lodge
32 miles away
Yellowstone Park via Beartooth Highway or the Historic Chief Joseph Scenic Byway.While in Red Lodge enjoy our indoor pool and hot tub. All rooms have pillow top beds, refrigerators and microwaves, 27 ...

The Pollard Hotel, Red Lodge
32 miles away
The Pollard is a historic hotel located in the former mining town of Red Lodge, Montana, at the edge of the Rockies and Yellowstone National Park. Red Lodge offers you year-round opportunities for out...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Rosebud Creek - West.
 Whitewater Near Rosebud Creek - West:
Rosebud Creek - East, Carbon County , 6 miles away, Class IV-V - 6 miles long (Lake to Sand Dunes Campground)
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 11 miles away, Class I-III - 11.8 miles long (Buffalo Jump to Cliff Swallow)
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 13 miles away, Class I-V - 3.5 miles long (Woodbine Campground to below Chrome Mine)
Clarks Fork Yellowstone, Park County , 16 miles away, Class IV - 3 miles long (Trailhead to State line)
Clarks Fork Yellowstone River, Park County , 18 miles away, Class III-V - 4.2 miles long (Upper)
Clarks Fork Yellowstone River, Park County , 20 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2.6 miles long (Honeymoon)
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 20 miles away, Class II - 17.7 miles long (Cliff Swallow to Whitebird)
Crandall Creek, Park County , 20 miles away, Class III-V - 4 miles long (Trailhead to Clarks Fork Yellowstone Rail Road)
Rosebud Creek, Stillwater County , 22 miles away, Class II-III - 4 miles long (East and West Fork Rosebud to Stillwater River)
Clarks Fork Yellowstone River, Park County , 25 miles away, Class V+ - 22.9 miles long (Box)
 Ski Areas Near Rosebud Creek - West:
Red Lodge Mountain, Montana , 25 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Bridger Bowl, Montana , 87 miles away, 2600 vertical feet
Showdown, Montana , 103 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Jackson Hole, Wyoming , 112 miles away, 4139 vertical feet
Grand Targhee, Wyoming , 112 miles away, 2395 vertical feet
Snow King, Wyoming , 113 miles away, 1571 vertical feet
Big Sky, Montana , 118 miles away, 4350 vertical feet
Moonlight Basin, Montana , 120 miles away, 4162 vertical feet
Bear Paw Ski Bowl, Montana , 142 miles away, 900 vertical feet
Kelly Canyon, Idaho , 154 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Rosebud Creek - West:
Lupine Inn Red Lodge, Red Lodge , 32 miles away
Comfort Inn Red Lodge, Red Lodge , 32 miles away
The Pollard Hotel, Red Lodge , 32 miles away
Yodeler Motel, Red Lodge , 32 miles away
Super 8 Motel Big Timber, Big Timber , 34 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Rosebud Creek - West:
Emerald Lake Campground, Stillwater County, 0 miles away
Pine Grove Campground, Stillwater County, 5 miles away
East Rosebud Campground, Carbon County, 5 miles away
 Trails Near Rosebud Creek - West:
Copeland Lake Trail, Park County , 13 miles away
Crazy Mountain Trail, Park County , 13 miles away
Lake Reno Trail, Park County , 13 miles away
Lost Lake Trail, Park County , 14 miles away
Crazy Lakes Trail, Park County , 14 miles away
 Lakes Near Rosebud Creek - West

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