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Rapid MT

rapid

Flathead, North Fork - 1. Canadian Border to Blankenship Bridge (MT)

Monitor this Rapid

Gauge Conditions

N F Flathead River near Columbia Falls MT Downstream Primary

Runnable: 1,000.0 – 10,000.0 CFS

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The North Fork rapid presents a technical navigation challenge with multiple mid-stream boulder clusters creating unpredictable water channeling and potential pinning hazards. Paddlers should carefully scout the entry and mid-section, identifying clean routes through the scattered rock garden and anticipating potential lateral waves that can quickly alter boat positioning.