Montana whitewater, Boulder River - West Park Sweet Grass county, Gallatin National Forest boundary to Boulder River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     14 miles   The put-in is not too far from Bozeman, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The scenic beauty of Montana and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The Gallatin National Forest boundary to Boulder River stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. The Gallatin National Forest boundary to Boulder     River section of Boulder River - West in Park Sweet Grass County is 14 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Whitewater paddling here in the Absaroka Range is a great experience. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so why not pack your camp stove too. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you'll find a large number of good spots. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this   state are often easier than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections in this state are safe for beginners. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. Briefly about the general area: A good place like Natural Bridge State Park near Boulder River - West is too perfect to leave out; since you're here why not stop at Baker Draw. So much fun stuff to do here in the Absaroka Range, too great to be true. If you're going to Boulder River - West from Mc Leod, you won't be the only one. Boulder River - West is pretty dry ordinarily. Boulder River - West, Gallatin National Forest boundary to Boulder River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Boulder River - West.   Whitewater Near Boulder River - West: Boulder River, Sweet Grass County, 2 miles away       Class V+ - 1 miles long (Boulder Falls to Highway) Boulder River, Sweet Grass / Park County, 8 miles away       Class II-III - 9 miles long (Chippy Park Campground to Boulder Falls) Boulder River, Sweet Grass County, 8 miles away       Class III - 4.5 miles long (McLeod to Highway bridge) Boulder River - West, Park Sweet Grass County, 9 miles away       Class II-III - 14 miles long (Gallatin National Forest boundary to Boulder River) Boulder River - East, Sweet Grass County, 10 miles away       Class I-II - 12 miles long (Headwaters to Boulder River) Boulder River, Sweet Grass County, 10 miles away       Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Speculator Creek to Chippy Park Campground) Boulder River, Sweet Grass / Park County, 12 miles away       Class III-V - 4 miles long (Fourmile to Speculator Creek) Big Timber Creek, Sweet Grass County, 23 miles away       Class V - 1 miles long (Close to Half Moon Campground) Yellowstone River, Stillwater/ Yellowstone County, 24 miles away       Class I-III - 76 miles long (Boulder River to Clarks Fork Yellowstone River) Stillwater River, Stillwater County, 25 miles away       Class I-V - 3.5 miles long (Woodbine Campground to below Chrome Mine)   Ski Areas Near Boulder River - West: Bridger Bowl, Montana , 48 miles away, 2600 foot drop, 8 lifts, 71 runs Red Lodge Mountain, Montana , 64 miles away, 2400 foot drop, 8 lifts, 70 runs Showdown, Montana , 69 miles away, 1400 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Big Sky, Montana , 83 miles away, 4350 foot drop, 17 lifts, 150 runs Moonlight Basin, Montana , 86 miles away, 4166 foot drop, 7 lifts, 97 runs   Hotels Near Boulder River - West: Super 8 Big Timber, Big Timber , 22 miles away Country Motor Inn, Livingston , 24 miles away Murray Hotel, Livingston , 24 miles away Yellowstone Pioneer Lodge, Livingston , 25 miles away Super 8 Livingston, Livingston , 25 miles away   Campgrounds Near Boulder River - West: Falls Creek Campground, Sweet Grass County, 5 miles away East Boulder Campground, Sweet Grass County, 5 miles away East Boulder, Mc Leod, 5 miles away   Trails Near Boulder River - West: Lodgepole Trail, Sweet Grass , 17 miles away   Public Lands Near Boulder River - West: Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone National Park - WY , 44 miles away Natural Bridge State Park, Montana , 2 miles away Custer National Forest, Montana , 16 miles away Greycliff Prairie Dog Town State Park, Montana , 31 miles away   Lakes Near Boulder River - West Swamp Lake, Sweet Grass , 19 miles away