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Take-out MT

Take Out

McDonald Creek - Going to the Sun Roadside (MT)

Monitor this Rapid
Gauge Conditions
M F Flathead River near West Glacier MT Downstream Primary
Runnable: 1,200.0 – 5,000.0 CFS

These are rough estimates. 1600 is a nice low side of medium flow, 4500 is beefy.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out rapid is located at the exit point of the McDonald Creek run, situated alongside the Going to the Sun Road in Glacier National Park. The rapid's characteristics are not well-documented, and paddlers should exercise caution given the limited beta and potential for unmarked hazards in this alpine environment. Scouting and local knowledge are recommended before attempting this section.
Location
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
10.3 mi
Directions
Navigate
View Full Run
Going to the Sun Roadside
McDonald Creek
V 10.1 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater