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FLOAT THE FLATHEAD RIVER
The Flathead River system provides one of the most scenic and wild floats in the United States. The Middle and North Forks come together right above Blankenship Bridge, a 10 minute drive from Sky Eco.
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Please read this information from USDA before you attempt any float on the scenic Flathead River forks: USDA Three Forks Info
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Here are a couple of easier Class I and II float suggestions for everyone with minimal river floating experience. We don't recommend self-guided whitewater floats to inexperienced rafters.
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MIDDLE FORK - WEST GLACIER TO BLANKENSHIP BRIDGE
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- you will need 2 cars one parked at each site or a shuttle -
- start at SKY ECO - GLACIER GENERAL STORE & CABINS -
- purchase provisions at the General Store -
- rent rafts, kayaks (life jackets and helmets included) -
- receive watercraft orientation and instructions -
- inspect rented boats to the West Glacier inspection station -
- launch at West Glacier -
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- difficulty: EASY -
- put-in: West Glacier Launch Site
- take-out: Blankenship Bridge
- distance: 20 miles -
- duration with no stops: ~ 3-4 hours -
- lowest elevation: 3,159 ft (Blankenship Bridge) -
- highest elevation: 3,159 ft (West Glacier) -
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NORTH FORK - GLACIER RIM TO BLANKENSHIP
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- you will need 2 cars one parked at each site or a shuttle -
- start at SKY ECO - GLACIER GENERAL STORE & CABINS -
- purchase provisions at the General Store -
- rent rafts, kayaks (life jackets and helmets included) -
- receive watercraft orientation and instructions -
- drive to Big Creek launch site -
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- difficulty: EASY -
- put-in: Glacier Rim Launch Site
- take-out: Blankenship Bridge
- distance: 4.5 miles -
- duration with no stops: ~ 2 hours -
- lowest elevation: 3,159 ft (Blankenship Bridge) -
- highest elevation: 3,215 ft (Glacier Rim) -
For other North Fork float options and information, please check this USDA Brochure.