City: Greycliff, MT
County: Sweet Grass County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.75833934, -109.77035531
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Yellowstone River
6 runs (1 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
II
70 mi away
4. Clarks Fork Yellowstone R. to Billings, MT
21.0 mi
IV-V
72 mi away
1) Yellowstone Falls to Tower Junction (Grand Canyon)
20.7 mi
60 ft/mi
V
72 mi away
Tower Junction to Gardiner (Black Canyon)
21.5 mi
III-IV
81 mi away
2. Yankee Jim to Carbella (Yankee Jim Canyon)
5.4 mi
II-III
82 mi away
Gardiner to Cinnabar
8.2 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** Pelican Boat Ramp is located near Greycliff in Sweet Grass County on the upper Yellowstone River in southwestern Montana. This is a developed fishing access site with a boat launch suitable for kayaks, canoes, and motorboats, making it a convenient put-in point for exploring this section of the Yellowstone.
**Facilities & Amenities:** The site offers a boat launch, toilets, and trailer access. Pelican Fishing Access permits camping with a 7-day stay limit, making it a good option for multi-day paddling trips. The site is open year-round, though paddlers should verify current conditions and any seasonal restrictions with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks before visiting, as water flow and ramp accessibility can vary significantly throughout the year.
**River Conditions:** The upper Yellowstone River in this area is popular for fishing and boating. Paddlers should be aware that water levels and flow rates fluctuate seasonally—flows can drop significantly in late summer and early fall, which may affect ramp accessibility. Check current FWP advisories and closures before planning your trip, and allow extra time to scout conditions, especially during seasonal transitions.
**Facilities & Amenities:** The site offers a boat launch, toilets, and trailer access. Pelican Fishing Access permits camping with a 7-day stay limit, making it a good option for multi-day paddling trips. The site is open year-round, though paddlers should verify current conditions and any seasonal restrictions with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks before visiting, as water flow and ramp accessibility can vary significantly throughout the year.
**River Conditions:** The upper Yellowstone River in this area is popular for fishing and boating. Paddlers should be aware that water levels and flow rates fluctuate seasonally—flows can drop significantly in late summer and early fall, which may affect ramp accessibility. Check current FWP advisories and closures before planning your trip, and allow extra time to scout conditions, especially during seasonal transitions.