Montana whitewater - Stillwater River, Stillwater County

Stillwater county, Cliff Swallow to Whitebird section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II     17.7 miles
  The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so better not forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. This stretch of Stillwater River in Montana is 17.7 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II section. The natural beauty of Montana and the cool fresh water beats anything. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. There are plenty
    of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots. You can enjoy this section more if you take your time, so pack your camping stuff. 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.

Briefly about the general area:
Stillwater River is pretty arid regularly; most of the rain falls throughout May while February is frequently the driest month.
During the summertime here at Stillwater River, high temperatures ordinarily get into the 80's; the nighttime is slightly colder of course, ordinarily in the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 30's while Stillwater River night low temperatures throughout the winter are in the 10's.
 

Stillwater River, Cliff Swallow to Whitebird road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II
Length: 17.7 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.5078
Longitude: -109.6524

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.57479
Longitude: -109.337

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Current weather conditions at Stillwater River, Montana
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Local climate location: BIG TIMBER 5 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Columbus, Columbus
18 miles away
The Super 8 in Columbus is conveniently located just off Interstate 90 Exit 408. The property features 72 will appointed guest rooms featuring queen beds, hair dryers, coffee makers, iron/ironing boa...

Comfort Inn Red Lodge, Red Lodge
24 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 ...

Yodeler Motel, Red Lodge
24 miles away
The Yodeler Motel, in beautiful Red Lodge, Montana, is a great place to begin your western adventure. Only three blocks from the famous historic downtown of Red Lodge. There are year round activities ...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Stillwater River.
 Whitewater Near Stillwater River:
Rosebud Creek, Stillwater County , 4 miles away, Class II-III - 4 miles long (East and West Fork Rosebud to Stillwater River)
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 11 miles away, Class III - 4.5 miles long (Whitebird to Fireman's Point)
Yellowstone River, Stillwater/ Yellowstone County , 15 miles away, Class I-III - 76 miles long (Boulder River to Clarks Fork Yellowstone River)
Rosebud Creek - East, Carbon County , 17 miles away, Class IV-V - 6 miles long (Lake to Sand Dunes Campground)
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 18 miles away, Class I-III - 11.8 miles long (Buffalo Jump to Cliff Swallow)
Rosebud Creek - West, Stillwater County , 20 miles away, Class III-IV+(V) - 3 miles long (Emerald Lake to Pine Grove Campground)
Rock Creek, Carbon County , 24 miles away, Class II-IV - 10 miles long (Lake Fork to Red Lodge)
Stillwater River, Stillwater County , 27 miles away, Class I-V - 3.5 miles long (Woodbine Campground to below Chrome Mine)
 Ski Areas Near Stillwater River:
Red Lodge Mountain, Montana , 20 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Bridger Bowl, Montana , 98 miles away, 2600 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Stillwater River:
Super 8 Columbus, Columbus , 18 miles away
Comfort Inn Red Lodge, Red Lodge , 24 miles away
Yodeler Motel, Red Lodge , 24 miles away
Super 8 Big Timber, Big Timber , 35 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Stillwater River:
Cedar Hills Campground, Reed Point, 6 miles away
Old West RV Park and Campground, Billings, 9 miles away
Pine Grove Campground, Stillwater County, 16 miles away
 Trails Near Stillwater River:
Bozeman Trail, Sweet Grass County , 16 miles away

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