Montana whitewater - Vermilion River, Cabinet Mountains, Sanders County
Sanders
county,
Headwaters to Clark Fork River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS IV 22 miles
The Headwaters to Clark Fork River section of Vermilion River in Montana is 22 miles long and has been rated as a class IV section by American Whitewater. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Montana is often easier than elsewhere, so don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you won't find a large number of other places. Vermilion River doesn't
have a lot of paddling sections, the Headwaters to Clark Fork River section is the only one. The beautiful scenery of Sanders County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby.
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. The river winds through the Cabinet Mountains and you get great scenery. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your sleeping bag.
Briefly about the general area: For the duration of the long summer days here at Vermilion River, high temperatures generally reach the 80's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 30's while Vermilion
River night low temperatures through the wintertime are in the 10's. On a nice day at Vermilion River you can take a hike along the Grouse Mountain Trail, and there is a great hiking trail close by called the Cataract Creek Trail. These mountains rock, just look at all the
cool stuff to do in the Cabinet Mountains. The amount of rain that falls at Vermilion River is close to the national average; January is the month that gets the most snow; July on the other hand is the driest.
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