Current Conditions in Glacier National Park, August 1st, 2008 for Montana Raft and Glacier Guides

Current Conditions in Glacier National Park, August 1st, 2008 for Montana Raft and Glacier Guides

Good morning folks, this is Denny with your hiking and rafting report for August 1st.  The Glacier National Park forecast for this weekend is:

West Glacier
Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 77. South wind between 5 and 8 mph.
Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 47.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 77.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 48.

St. Marys
Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 71. West southwest wind between 6 and 9 mph.
Saturday Night: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 44.
Sunday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a high near 78.
Sunday Night: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly cloudy, with a low around 44. Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 71. West southwest wind between 6 and 9 mph.

The river level is 2.90 feet (2170 cfs) in West Glacier, creating an awesome wet adventure.  We have been running Paola down to Blankenship on the Middle Fork and Ford Ranger Station down on the North Fork.  We are running our Thrill Seekers and inflatable kayaks.  Remember we only put a maximum of 8-9 people per boat so everyone can have a window seat!  Bonecrusher and Big Squeeze have great waves at this level, but be aware of Can Opener in Tunnel and Z Rock above Screaming Right Hand Turn.

We have been fishing on the North Fork and Middle Fork with great results.  Catching mostly rainbows, cutthroats and cut bows.  12 feet clarity with the water dropping and clearing daily.  Terrestrials and foam bugs, foam lines are fishing well, remember the tail end of foam lines and the inside seams.  Look for Rainbows in more oxygenated water.   

The Going to the Sun Road is open.  Expect snow on the hiking trails at Logan Pass.

The trails are in great shape, but watch for slippery creek crossings, especially around waterfalls.  Expect snow above 7000 feet, on southern exposures at a higher elevation.  Ice axes and crampons are recommended for Gunsight Pass, Como Pass and heading over Boulder Pass.  Please contact the park for more details at 406 888 7800.

Closed Trails
Iceberg Lake from the Iceberg/Ptarmigan Junction to Iceberg Lake.  Bears.

Sullivan Meadows for resource protection.

Oberlin meadow is closed due to emerging vegetation.  There is a map at the visitor center for access to Oberlin peak.

Posted Trails and Areas
Swiftcurrent Valley Trail, trailhead to Bullhead Lake.  Bears.

Grinnell Glacier Trail from the head of Josephine to the Glacier.  Bears.

Iceberg/Ptarmigan Trail, trailhead to junction above Ptarmigan Falls.  Bears.

Hidden Lake Outlet area, for resource protection.

Goat Haunt housing area for bears.

Trail Reports
Lake McDonald Valley

Hidden Lake Trail -60% coverage with intermittent areas of exposed boardwalk.  HAZARDOUS SNOW ADVISORY: Slick, steep, snow slope at the moraine; please follow the yellow trail markers installed from the Visitor Center to the overlook. Use caution along wet rocks and melting creek areas; snow bridges exist and are dangerous.

Highline to Granite Park Chalet - Snow cover is about 5%.
Backcountry travelers should take note of important recommendations below. Glacier trail crews have removed major snow hazards on the first 2.5 miles of the Highline Trail by blasting and shoveling drifts at Rimrock, the Triple Arches area and a section of trail above Big Bend. Beyond this point, there are still snow hazards and some steep areas of snow to cross. Hikers should use caution and be prepared to cross much more snow then normally seen at this date in the season. It is recommended that hikers should have experience hiking across snow and, in addition, an ice -axe and lug-soled boots. Two common hazards related to snow travel on the Highline are: (1) snow bridges collapsing underneath hikers, especially at streams, where running water creates a void and, (2) where melting snowpack leaves a sharp drop, or large step, of up to 4 to 8 ft between snowpack and trail making it hard for some hikers to negotiate. Hikers should take care to stay off emerging vegetation where the trail across melting snow does not align perfectly with the actual trail below. A definite foot path is "kicked out" in all snowpatches.

Sperry Glacier Trail from the Chalet has SNOW HAZARD, WATER HAZARD ADVISORY. Trail is clear for the first 1.5 miles. The next 2.2 miles to the glacier are 50% snow covered and the trail is crossed by several steep snowfields; hidden snow bridges may exist. The headwall steps can be accessed without too much problem (snow-free in the staircase itself). Overall, hiking poles or an ice axe strongly recommended.

Avalanche Lake Trail is clear.

Loop Trail is clear of snow.

Apgar Lookout free of snow, some trees down.

Mt Brown Lookout is free of snow.

St. Marys Valley
Siyeh Pass does have some snow on the baring creek side.

Gunsight Pass has two prominent snow fields remaining 1/2 mile before Gunsight Pass. Ice axe and crampons and the ability to self-arrest recommended. The last 200 yards of trail leading to the Pass is completely snow-covered.

Many Glacier Valley

Iceberg Lake Trail is closed from Ptarmigan Tunnel Junction to the Lake.  Bears.

Grinnell Glacier Trail is 70% covered with snow above Thunderbird Falls.

Ptarmigan Falls to Ptarmigan Tunnel.  The tunnel is open.

Two Medicine Valley
Dawson Pitamakin is reporting a little snow, but no snow hazard.

North Fork
Head of Bowman Lake towards Browns Pass has a couple of trees down and a stream crossing at Pocket Creek.

Kintla Lake to Boulder Pass is clear of trees, 100% snow at Boulder Pass.

Backpacking
Mcdonald Lake CG is closed and expected to stay that way until reconstructed.

Boulder, Isabel, Camas Lake and Round Prairie are in spring conditions and are expected to open in the next couple weeks.

Fifty Mountain and Cobalt Lake have recently opened.

Backpackers are now going over Red Gap Pass, Stoney Indian, Dawson, Pitamakin, Triple Divide, Swift Current and Browns Pass.

The bears and lions are out and about.  Use caution around wildlife, there are young of the year and their parents are very protective.  Remember, we sell bear spray at cost. 

Before a long day of adventuring in Glacier please stop by the Bonecrusher Bistro for an espresso, breakfast burrito or sandwich (open 8 am to 6 pm).  Or stop by after for a smoothie, home made cookie or ice cream cone.

Current Conditions in Glacier National Park, July 25th, 2008 for Montana Raft and Glacier Guides

Current Conditions in Glacier National Park, July 25th, 2008 for Montana Raft and Glacier Guides

Good morning folks, this is Denny with your hiking and rafting report for July 25th.  The Glacier National Park forecast for this weekend is:

West Glacier
Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Southeast wind at 10 mph becoming west southwest.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 45.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 85.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 48.

St. Marys
Saturday: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Partly cloudy, with a high near 79. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 48.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 76.
Sunday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 47.

The river level is 3.32 feet (2930 cfs) in West Glacier, creating an awesome wet adventure.  We have been running Essex down to Blankenship on the Middle Fork and the Canadian border down on the North Fork.  We are running our Thrill Seekers and inflatable kayaks.  Remember we only put a maximum of 8-9 people per boat so everyone can have a window seat!  Bonecrusher Rapid is awesome at this level, but be aware of Can Opener in Tunnel and Rosies Rock in Pinball.

We have been fishing on the North Fork and Middle Fork with great results.  Catching mostly rainbows, cutthroats and cut bows.  12 feet clarity with the water dropping and clearing daily.  Upper River, the aquatic insects are on fire in am and pm.  Good terrestrials mid day.  Foam lines fish well, dont forget the tail end of foam lines.  Lower river, terrestrials all day, remember the inside seams. 

The Going to the Sun Road is open.  Expect 3 to 6 feet of snow on the hiking trails at Logan Pass.

The trails are good on the lower and mid elevations, but watch for slippery creek crossings, especially around waterfalls.  Expect snow above 6500 feet, on southern exposures at a higher elevation.  Ice axes and crampons are strongly recommended for any passes or areas with snow covered avalanche paths.  Please contact the park for more details at 406 888 7800.

Closed Trails
Grinnell Glacier Trail from Thunderbird Falls to Grinnell Glacier is closed due to blasting of snowdrifts.  It may open on Saturday.

Oldman campground and the spur trail to the campground are closed due to bears.  There is no access to Oldman Lake.  The Pitamakin Pass Trail is open to thru hikers.

The outlet to Hidden Lake is closed to fishing due to spawning Cutthroat.

Oberlin meadow is closed due to emerging vegetation.  There is a map at the visitor center for access to Oberlin peak.

Posted Trails

Ice Berge Lake trail from Ptarmigan trail junction to Ice Berge Lake for bears.

Grinnell Glacier Trail from the head of Josephine to Thunderbird Falls for bears.

Goat Haunt housing area for bears.

Trail Reports
Lake McDonald Valley

Hidden Lake Trail - HAZARDOUS SNOW ADVISORY: Slick, steep, snow slope at the moraine; please follow the yellow trail markers installed from the Visitor Center to the overlook. Use caution along wet rocks and melting creek areas; snow bridges exist and are dangerous: 80% snow cover.

Highline to Granite Park Chalet - Backcountry travelers should take note of important recommendations below. Glacier trail crews have removed major snow hazards on the first 2.5 miles of the Highline Trail by blasting and shoveling drifts at Rimrock, the Triple Arches area and a section of trail above Big Bend. Beyond this point, there are still snow hazards but very few high-angle snow drifts to cross. Hikers should use caution and be prepared to cross much more snow then normally seen at this date in the season. It is recommended that hikers should have experience hiking across snow and, in addition, an ice -axe and lug-soled boots. Two common hazards related to snow travel on the Highline are: (1) snow bridges collapsing underneath hikers, especially at streams, where running water creates a void and, (2) where melting snowpack leaves a sharp drop, or large step, of up to 4 to 8 ft between snowpack and trail making it hard for some hikers to negotiate. Hikers should take care to stay off emerging vegetation where the trail across melting snow does not align perfectly with the actual trail below. A definite foot path is "kicked out" in all snowpatches.

Loop Trail is clear to the snowline, which begins approximately 1/4 mile before the chalet. From there, the snow depth begins with 1'-3' to the chalet.

Apgar Lookout is dry and free of snow, some trees down.

Mt Brown Lookout still has several snow crossings mostly on north aspects.

Belly River into Gable Creek, Cosley and Elizabeth is mostly dry and the bridges are in.

St. Marys Valley
Siyeh Pass does have snow crossings some steep at times mostly on the Baring Creek side.  Ice axe recommended.

Gunsight Pass has steep snow crossings. Ice axe recommended.

Many Glacier Valley

Iceberg Lake Trail
Iceberg Plank Bridge installed.  Snow cover: 100% last 1/4 mile of trail to Iceberg Lake.  There are floating icebergs.

Ptarmigan Falls to Ptarmigan Tunnel has a few small snow patches.  The tunnel is open.

Two Medicine Valley
Dawson Pitamakin is reporting snow, sometimes steep at times.

North Fork
Head of Bowman Lake towards Browns Pass is clear of trees but still has several snow patches and a stream crossing at Pocket Creek.

Kintla Lake to Boulder Pass is clear of trees, 100% snow at Boulder Pass.

Backpacking
Gunsight Lake, No Name Lake, Morning Star, Browns Pass, Granite, Lake Ellen Wilson, Stoney, Upper Two Med, Hole In Wall, and Sperry have recently opened.
Backpackers are now going over Red Gap Pass, Stoney Indian, Dawson, Pitamakin, Triple Divide, and Browns Pass.

Boulder, Fifty Mountain, Cobalt, Isabel, Camas Lake and Round Prairie are in spring conditions and are expected to open in the next couple weeks.

Hikers report that Great Northern is mostly free of snow and Jewel Basin has some snow on the north and east faces. 

The bears and lions are out and about.  Use caution around wildlife, there are young of the year and their parents are very protective.  Remember, we sell bear spray at cost. 

Before a long day of adventuring in Glacier please stop by the Bonecrusher Bistro for an espresso, breakfast burrito or sandwich (open 8 am to 6 pm).  Or stop by after for a smoothie, home made cookie or ice cream cone.

Current Conditions in Glacier National Park, July 18th, 2008 for Montana Raft and Glacier Guides

Good morning folks, this is Denny with your hiking and rafting report for July 18th.  The Glacier National Park forecast for this weekend is:

West Glacier
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 80. Calm wind becoming west southwest between 8 and 11 mph.
Saturday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 48.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 88.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 50.

St. Mary’s
Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 74. Southwest wind between 5 and 8 mph.
Saturday Night: Clear, with a low around 45.
Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 80.
Sunday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 48.

The river level is 3.73 feet (3920 cfs) in West Glacier, creating an awesome splashy adventure.  We have been running Bear Creek down to Blankenship on the Middle Fork and the Canadian border down on the North Fork.  We are running our Thrill Seekers and inflatable kayaks.  Remember we only put 8-9 people per boat so everyone can have a window seat!

We have been fishing on the North Fork and Middle Fork with great results.  Catching mostly rainbows and smaller cutthroats.  8 feet clarity with the water dropping and clearing daily.  We have been using golden stones in sun, green drakes in the shade, and summer time attractor patterns in between.  Big fish are starting to move to summer holding water.

The Going to the Sun Road is open.  Expect 4 to 8 feet of snow on the hiking trails at Logan Pass.

The trails are good on the lower and mid elevations, but watch for swollen creeks as the snow melts off.  Expect snow above 6500 feet, on southern exposures at a higher elevation.  Ice axes and crampons are strongly recommended for any passes or areas with snow covered avalanche paths.  Please contact the park for more details at 406 888 7800.

Closed Trails
Logan Pass - Granite Park Chalet
    Maintenance of high-angle snow drifts will be Complete on 7/17. It is expected that the Highline Trail will be open on Friday morning, July 18th, but backcountry travelers should take note of important recommendations below. Glacier trail crews have removed major snow hazards on the first 2.5 miles of the Highline Trail by blasting and shoveling drifts at Rimrock, the Triple Arches area and a section of trail above Big Bend. Beyond this point, there are still snow hazards but very few high-angle snow drifts to cross. Hikers should use caution and be prepared to cross much more snow then normally seen at this date in the season. It is recommended that hikers should have experience hiking across snow and, in addition, an ice -axe and lug-soled boots. Two common hazards related to snow travel on the Highline are: (1) snow bridges collapsing underneath hikers, especially at streams, where running water creates a void and, (2) where melting snowpack leaves a sharp drop, or large step, of up to 4 to 8 ft between snowpack and trail making it hard for some hikers to negotiate. Hikers should take care to stay off emerging vegetation where the trail across melting snow does not align perfectly with the actual trail below.

Inside North Fork Road is closed 1.5 miles north Fish Creek Campground to Logging Ranger Station due to a couple of BEARS in the area.

Posted Trails

Bowman Lake for lions.

Goat Haunt housing area for bears.

Trail Reports
Lake McDonald Valley

Hidden Lake Trail - HAZARDOUS SNOW ADVISORY: Slick, steep, snow slope at the moraine; please follow the yellow trail markers installed from the Visitor Center to the overlook. Use caution along wet rocks and melting creek areas; snow bridges exist and are dangerous: 80% snow cover.

Loop Trail is clear to the snowline, which begins approximately 1/2 mile before the chalet. From there, the snow depth begins with 1'-3' and culminates in 4'-6' at and around the chalet.

Apgar Lookout – dry and free of snow, some trees down.

Mt Brown Lookout still has several snow crossings mostly on north aspects.

Belly River into Gable Creek, Cosley and Elizabeth is mostly dry and the bridges are in.

St. Mary’s Valley
Siyeh Pass does have snow crossings some steep at times mostly on the Baring Creek side.  Ice axe recommended.

Gunsight Pass has steep snow crossings. Ice axe recommended.

Many Glacier Valley
Grinnell Glacier Trail  (From Josephine Lake to Glacier Overlook)
Snow cover: 70% above Thunderbird Falls.
Snow Hazard exists approximately 2 miles above Josephine Lake in the area of 'Thunderbird Falls'. Very steep and hazardous snow fields exist, along with undercutting snow bridges. Ice axe, crampons, and the ability to use them is critical

Iceberg Lake Trail
Iceberg Plank Bridge installed.  Snow cover: 100% last 1/4 mile of trail to Iceberg Lake.  Ice is starting to break up into ice bergs.

Ptarmigan Falls to Ptarmigan Tunnel has a few small snow patches.  The tunnel is open.

Two Medicine Valley
Dawson Pitamakin is reporting snow, sometimes steep at times.

North Fork
Head of Bowman Lake towards Browns Pass is clear of trees but still has several snow patches and a stream crossing at Pocket Creek.

Kintla Lake to Boulder Pass is clear of trees, 100% snow at Boulder Pass.

Backpacking
Gunsight Lake, No Name Lake, Morning Star, Browns Pass, Lake Ellen Wilson, Stoney, Upper Two Med, and Old Man have recently opened.
Backpackers are now going over Red Gap Pass, Triple Divide and Browns Pass.

Granite, Boulder, Cobalt, Sperry, Isabel, Hole In Wall, and Round Prairie are in spring conditions and are expected to open in the next couple weeks.

Hikers report that Great Northern is mostly free of snow and Jewel Basin has some snow on the north and east faces.

We also had a report of a solo female runner in the Canyon Creek area “bear spraying” a mountain lion, so stay alert. 

The bears and lions are out and about.  Use caution around wildlife, there are young of the year and their parents are very protective.  Remember, we sell bear spray at cost. 

Before a long day of adventuring in Glacier don’t forget to stop by the Bonecrusher Bistro for an espresso, breakfast burrito or sandwich (open 8 am to 6 pm).  Or stop by after for a smoothie, home made cookie or ice cream cone! 

Current Conditions in Glacier National Park July 11th, 2008 for Montana Raft and Glacier Guides

Current Hiking and River Conditions

7/11/08 Trail and River Update

Good morning folks, this is Denny with your hiking and rafting report for July 11th. The Glacier National Park forecast for this weekend is mostly sunny with highs in the eighties and lows around 45.

The river level is 4.74 feet in West Glacier, creating a great splashy adventure. We have been running Bear Creek down to Blankenship on the Middle Fork and the Canadian border down on the North Fork. We are running our Thrill Seekers and expect to start with inflatable kayaks next week. Remember we only put 8-9 people per boat so everyone can have a window seat!

We have been fishing on the North Fork with good results. Catching mostly rainbows and smaller cutthroats. 3.5 to 4.0 feet clarity with the water dropping and clearing daily. We have been using golden stones in sun, green drakes in the shade, and attractor patterns in between.

The Going to the Sun Road is open. Expect 5 to 10 feet of snow on the hiking trails at Logan Pass.

The trails are good on the lower and mid elevations, but watch for swollen creeks as the snow melts off. Expect snow above 6000 feet, on southern exposures at a higher elevation. Ice axes and crampons are strongly recommended for any passes or areas with snow covered avalanche paths. Please contact the park for more details at 406 888 7800.

Closed Trails
High Line Trail is closed for about 3 miles on the section from Logan Pass to Haystack Butte - DUE TO SNOW HAZARDS AND ICE.

Inside North Fork Road is closed 1.5 miles north Fish Creek Campground to Logging Ranger Station due to a couple of BEARS in the area.

Posted Trails
North shore of Lake Josephine for bears.

Kootenai Lakes for mountain lions.

Trail Reports
Lake McDonald Valley Hidden Lake Trail is 100% snow covered, the snow is firm. Hiking boots recommended.

Loop Trail is clear to the snowline, which begins approximately 1/2 mile before the chalet. From there, the snow depth begins with 1'-3' and culminates in 4'-6' at and around the chalet.

Apgar Lookout is dry and free of snow and trees.

Mt Brown Lookout still has several snow crossings mostly on north aspects.

Belly River into Gable Creek, Cosley and Elizabeth is mostly dry and the bridges are in.

North Fork
Head of Bowman Lake towards Browns Pass is clear of trees but still has several snow patches and a stream crossing at Pocket Creek.

Kintla Lake to Boulder Pass is clear of trees, 100% snow at Boulder Pass.

Many Glacier Valley
Grinnell Glacier Trail (From Josephine Lake to Glacier Overlook) Snow cover: 70% above Thunderbird Falls. Snow Hazard exists approximately 2 miles above Josephine Lake in the area of 'Thunderbird Falls'. Very steep and hazardous snow fields exist, along with undercutting snow bridges. Ice axe, crampons, and the ability to use them is critical.

Iceberg Lake Trail

Iceberg Plank Bridge installed. Snow cover: 100% last 1/2 mile of trail to Iceberg Lake.

Ptarmigan Falls to Ptarmigan Lake has 5% snow cover, a few small snow patches.

Backpacking
Gunsight Lake is open. Backpackers are now going over Red Gap Pass and Browns Pass.

Backcountry campsites are still snow covered at Sperry, Boulder, Old Man, Granite, and Fifty Mtn.

Browns Pass, Upper Two Med, Stoney, Morning Star, No Name Lake, Isabel, Hole In Wall, Lake Ellen Wilson are in spring conditions and are expected to open in the next week or so.

Hikers report that Great Northern is mostly free of snow and Jewel Basin has some snow on the north and east faces.

We also had a report of a solo female runner in the Canyon Creek area of the Flathead National forest, bear spraying a mountain lion, so stay alert.

The bears are also out and about. We have seen black bears and grizzlies on our hiking and rafting trips. A couple of bald eagles, moose, pine martins and a fischer also.

As always be aware for wildlife and know that we sell bear spray at cost!
The Bonecrusher Bistro is also open for the season now, 8am to 6pm!!

Glacier Park National Park Hiking Rafting Report for July 4th 2008

Current Conditions July 4th, 2008

7/04/08 Trail and River Update

Good morning folks, this is Denny with your hiking and rafting report for July 4th. The Glacier National Park forecast for the weekend looks to be mostly sunny with highs in the eighties and lows around 50. There is a 30% chance of severe thunderstorms tonight.

The alpine section of going to the sun road is open. It opened Wednesday morning. Expect 5 to 15 feet of snow up at the pass.

The trails are good on the lower elevations, but watch for swollen creeks as the snow melts off. Expect snow above 6000 feet with ice axes and crampons strongly recommended for any passes or areas with snow covered avalanche paths. There are still many trees down at the head of Bowman, and upper Kintla Lake.

We have trail reports from Loop trail -Trail is clear to the snowline, which begins approximately one mile before the chalet. From there, the snow depth begins with 1'-3' and culminates in 4'-6' at the chalet.

Apgar Look Out is dry and free of snow and trees.

Highline - SNOW HAZARD ADVISORY. Trail is 90% snow covered, clearing slightly just before the overlook. An ice axe and the skill to use it are strongly recommended.

Mt Brown Look Out still has several snow crossings.

Belly River in to Gable Creek, Cosley and Elizabeth is drying out and the bridges are in.

Head of Bowman Lake towards Browns Pass very slow going due to all of downed trees and Pocket Creek is flooding.

Backpackers are now going over Red Gap Pass.

Back country camp sites are still snow covered at Gunsight Lake, Sperry, Lake Ellen Wilson, Hole in the Wall, Boulder, No Name, Old Man, Granite, Fifty Mtn, and Stoney.

The river level is 6.12 feet in West Glacier, creating a great splashy adventure. The river is high for this time of year, everyone heading out for the 4th of July be careful, the water is swift and cold. The conditions are different from last 4th of July. We have been running Bear Creek down to Blankenship on the Middle Fork and the Canadian border down on the North Fork.

We have been fishing on the north fork. Currently it is running cloudy green.

The bears are out and about, we have seen black bears and grizzlies on our hiking and rafting trips. A couple of bald eagles also. Remember we sell bear spray at cost ($27 per can, $30 with a holster).

Inside North Fork Road is closed from Fish Creek to Logging Creek due to several wash outs. It is open for hiking and biking, but posted for bears. The trail to Trout Lake and the North shore trail of Josephine are posted for bears. Bears are being seen on these sections of trail, and extra caution should be exercised. Please contact the park for more details at 406 888 7800.

Several of our Guides paddled in a raft from Bear Creek all the way to Flathead Lake, just under 100 miles in 15 hours. They took out at eagle bend take out. First time ever done, check out the front page of the Hungry Horse News on 6/26/08.

As always be aware for wildlife and know that we sell bear spray at cost!
The Bonecrusher Bistro is also open for the season, 8am to 6pm! They're serving great sandwiches, wraps and a mean breakfast burrito that is attracting guides near and far.