Lincoln
county,
Yaak Falls to Kootenai River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS IV-V 6.5 miles
This stretch of Yaak River in Lincoln County is 6.5 miles long and it is classified as a class IV-V section by American Whitewater. This is one of a small number of paddling stretches in this river system, there are a few others too. The campgrounds here at Yaak River are pretty good. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The rivers for whitewater
rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you won't find a large number of other rivers. This
stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip.
Briefly about the general area: The warmest time of the year at Yaak River comes with high temperatures in the 80's. Summer overnight lows descend down to the 40's. High temperatures all through the wintertime are normally in the 30's while Yaak River overnight low temperatures during the winter are in the 20's. Not much rainfall falls here at Yaak River; most of the rain falls during November, and July on the other hand is the driest. Yaak River is right by the Tepee Mountain Trail; do take a hike on the Pine Creek Trail.
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