Red Lodge Montana White Water Rafting Trips

There are many whitewater rafting opportunities in Red Lodge, Montana. With easy access to the Stillwater River, Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone, and Rock Creek, you are guaranteed to have a wet and wild adventure.

Red Lodge provides several rafting businesses that specialize in whitewater as well as scenic floats. Many businesses are family owned have been in the area for years. You can choose between half-day trips and full-day trips. Some companies even offer fly-fishing options, as well as combination rafting and horseback riding trips. Most companies guide trips in inflatable rafts, however it is possible to rent kayaks and inflatable Cat-Yaks.

The Stillwater River

Buffalo Jump - Class I-II
During high water levels, the first 2-3 miles of this run are good for beginners and intermediate rafters. The second half bears a tricky rocky section but can be avoided if you stay left. Good boat control and knowledge of hydraulics is recommend for those who choose this run.

Moraine - Class II-III
Moraine is a difficult 12-mile run that provides numerous rock gardens, holes, pour-overs, waves, and eddies. Difficulty increases with high waters.

White Bird - Class II
Because of its easy access, White Bird is popular with boaters who are just getting off work. It is boatable from mid-April through November.

Woodbine 3.3-5.0 on Weather Service Gauge - Class V This run offers wild water that plunges out of a glacier-carved canyon. You will encounter many rocks and holes. Do not be deceived by the Stillwater River's placid name.

Rock Creek

Rock Creek - above 2.3 on Gauge but not at flood - Class III-IV Rock Creek is a small stream with manageable obstacles, yet it is full of power and energy. There are sections of sustained rapids that require concentration and quick reactions.

Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone

Lower Clarks Fork - 2.0 on the Weather Service Gauge - Class III-IV This section of the river is as incredible as it is inaccessible. It flows through over 30 miles of dramatically changing landscapes.

Upper Clarks Fork - 2.8-4.0 on the Weather Service Gauge - Class IV-V This run is a high mountain stream with numerous pools and severe drops. Although short in length, this run takes several hours.