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 stretch of Vermilion River is 22 miles long and has been rated as a class IV section by American Whitewater. The average Montana whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. The Headwaters to Clark Fork River stretch is the only paddling stretch along Vermilion River. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in
    this general area you won't find many other paddling rivers. The river winds through the Cabinet Mountains and you get great scenery. The nature scenery of Sanders County and the water flowing gracefully down Vermilion River will make you feel great. A bit of exercise and just
hanging out with mother nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your sleeping bag.

Briefly about the general area:
Life's too short to enjoy all the enjoyable stuff in the Cabinet Mountains. Hiking is a popular thing to do around Vermilion River; Grouse Mountain Trail is a good local trail, and why not take a refreshing hike along the Cataract Creek Trail.
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through the summertime months, highs frequently are in the 80's at Vermilion River with night lows in the 40's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 30's, and night lows in the 10's for Vermilion River. The amount of rain that falls at Vermilion River is close to the national average; the wettest month of the year is typically January, that's the one that snows the most while July is mostly the driest month.

Vermilion River, Headwaters to Clark Fork River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV
Length: 22 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.80649
Longitude: -115.29661

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 47.832
Longitude: -115.53501

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Current weather conditions at Vermilion River, Cabinet Mountains, Montana
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Local climate location: TROUT CREEK RANGER STN 14 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Motel - St. Regis, Saint Regis
23 miles away
The Super 8 Motel St. Regis is conveniently located just off Interstate 90 Exit 33. Property features 53 rooms, Super Start Breakfast, Suites, Hot Tub, Guest Laundry, Large vehicle parking, Outside p...

Rodeway Inn Libby, Libby
29 miles away
The Rodeway Inn is conveniently located on Hwy 2 on your way to Glacier National Park, minutes from Kootenai Falls, Swinging Bridge, Libby Dam, Cabinet View Golf Course, Turner Mtn. Ski Area, St Johns...




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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Vermilion River.
 Whitewater Near Vermilion River:
St. Joe River, Shoshone County , 30 miles away, Class III-IV - 7 miles long (Conrad Crossing Campground to Bluff Creek Bridge)
 Ski Areas Near Vermilion River:
Lookout Pass, Idaho , 26 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Turner Mountain, Montana , 39 miles away, 2110 vertical feet
Silver Mountain, Idaho , 52 miles away, 2200 vertical feet
Blacktail Mountain, Montana , 73 miles away, 1440 vertical feet
Whitefish, Montana , 80 miles away, 2353 vertical feet
Fernie, British Columbia , 80 miles away, 2816 vertical feet
Schweitzer, Idaho , 87 miles away, 2400 vertical feet
Kimberley, British Columbia , 96 miles away, 2465 vertical feet
Castle Mountain, Alberta , 98 miles away, 2850 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Vermilion River:
Super 8 Motel - St. Regis, Saint Regis , 23 miles away
Rodeway Inn Libby, Libby , 29 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Vermilion River:
Willow Creek Campground, Sanders County, 8 miles away
Thompson Falls State Park Campground, Sanders County, 10 miles away
Thompson Falls Campground, Sanders County, 10 miles away
 Trails Near Vermilion River:
Grouse Mountain Trail, Sanders County , 1 miles away
Cataract Creek Trail, Sanders County , 2 miles away
Water Hill Trail, Sanders County , 3 miles away
West Fork Trail, Sanders County , 3 miles away
Elk Mountain Trail, Sanders County , 3 miles away

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