Summary

Hike and Raft

Prices From	USD$ $85.00
1st Departure	01.01.0001
Provider	Glacier Guides & Montana Raft Company
Destination	Glacier National Park
Duration	8 hours
Challenge	Beginner
Avg Rating	Not Rated

A perfect combination for the nature lover. Hike an easy 6 miles with us in the morning along the Boundary Trail in Glacier National Park and let your guide fill your senses with flora and fauna. After stopping at Lincoln Creek for a healthy lunch, get ready to get wet. We'll meet the rafts for an afternoon of Class II and III whitewater in the John Stevens Canyon.

Itinerary

Overview

Can't decide if you want to go hiking or rafting with us? Do both! On our full day hike/raft combos, first we'll hit the trail for 6 miles of hiking along the Boundary Trail, paralleling the Middle Fork of the <?xml:namespace prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" /><st1:place w:st="on">Flathead River</st1:place>. The trail takes us through a beautiful, diverse forest and we get occasional views of peaks in the distance. We'll stop from time to time to enjoy views of the rapids from above, pick a huckleberry or two and learn about the local wildflowers. After a scrumptious trail lunch, we'll rendezvous with the rafts at Lincoln Creek changing our hiking shoes for lifejackets. Next we'll enjoy the waves of the river from a more intimate setting as we paddle our way through fun, splashy, Class III rapids. View the hiking section of our website for info on our extended 5, 6, and 8 day hike/raft combo trips.

Gear List

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The trail takes us through a beautiful, diverse forest and we get occasional views of peaks in the distance. We'll stop from time to time to enjoy views of the rapids from above, pick a huckleberry or two and learn about the local wildflowers. After a scrumptious trail lunch, we'll rendezvous with the rafts at Lincoln Creek changing our hiking shoes for lifejackets. We will be rafting the Middle Fork of the Flathead River, which is bordered on the right (northeast) by <st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Glacier</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st="on">National Park</st1:PlaceType> and <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Flathead</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceType w:st="on">National Forest</st1:PlaceType></st1:place> on the left (southwest).  It will be a 6 ½ mile float to the take out in West Glacier                        <o:p></o:p> The Middle Fork of the Flathead River has rapids rated class II and III making it a fun and splashy adventure floating amidst spectacular scenery and whitewater through the John’s <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Stevens</st1:PlaceName> <st1:PlaceName w:st="on">Canyon</st1:PlaceName></st1:place>.  There is a photographer who will take your picture while you travel through the rapids.  These will be available for purchase in our gift and gear store. <o:p></o:p> The level of the river (how much water), determines the speed of river. Typically there is more water in the spring and less water by the end of summer since we are free flowing river (not dammed).  This information determines how long the rafting part of the trip will take. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <DIV style="BORDER-RIGHT: windowtext 1pt solid; PADDING-RIGHT: 4pt; BORDER-TOP: windowtext 1pt solid; PADDING-LEFT: 4pt; PADDING-BOTTOM: 1pt; BORDER-LEFT: windowtext 1pt solid; PADDING-TOP: 1pt; BORDER-BOTTOM: windowtext 1pt solid; mso-element: para-border-div; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt"> <P class=MsoNormal style="BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-RIGHT: 0in; BORDER-TOP: medium none; PADDING-LEFT: 0in; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0in; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-padding-alt: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt">Packing List:   <o:p></o:p></DIV> <o:p> </o:p> Please come properly prepared to make your trip most enjoyable.  Most items are for sale in our gift shop.  Your guide will go over what you have and should include warm cloths, rain gear, sun protection, and water bottle.  Your rafting gear will be set aside and brought to Lincoln Creek, the hiking destination where you will be having lunch.  Your guide will carry a first aid kit, dry bag, throw line, toilet paper, and hand sanitizer.<o:p></o:p> All rafting equipment (i.e. raft, paddle, and lifejacket) is provided.  Lifejackets must be worn at all times.  Wet suits, splash jackets, splash pants and booties are also provided at no extra cost and may be necessary in late May through late June.  July through August, you’ll most likely wear swimsuits or shorts and t-shirts while rafting. <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> Clothing:<o:p></o:p>       Suggested base layer essentials for July and August: <o:p></o:p> q       Quick dry shorts or zip off pants<o:p></o:p> q       Swimsuit<o:p></o:p> q       T-shirt (non cotton are best)<o:p></o:p> q       River sandals or sneakers for rafting<o:p></o:p> q       Light weight boots for hiking<o:p></o:p> q       1 mid weight fleece top  (similar weight as a sweatshirt, but non cotton)<o:p></o:p> Miscellaneous essentials:<o:p></o:p> q       Eyeglass retention strap<o:p></o:p> q       Sunscreen<o:p></o:p> q       Sun hat or ball cap<o:p></o:p> q       Water bottle <o:p></o:p> Optional items:<o:p></o:p> q       Waterproof camera<o:p></o:p> q       Dry shoes<o:p></o:p> q       Towel<o:p></o:p> q       Extra set of dry clothes<o:p></o:p> q       Money for photos, snacks, lunch, t-shirts and tip.<o:p></o:p> Outer layers; may be essentials for May, June, Sept. and foul weather days:<o:p></o:p> q       1 set of polypro top and bottom (meaning non cotton long underwear top                                   and bottom)<o:p></o:p> q       1 polar fleece jacket <o:p></o:p> q       Water proof rain jacket and pant <o:p></o:p> q       Warm hat<o:p></o:p> q       Gloves<o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <o:p> </o:p> <DIV style="BORDER-RIGHT: windowtext 1pt solid; PADDING-RIGHT: 4pt; BORDER-TOP: windowtext 1pt solid; PADDING-LEFT: 4pt; PADDING-BOTTOM: 1pt; BORDER-LEFT: windowtext 1pt solid; PADDING-TOP: 1pt; BORDER-BOTTOM: windowtext 1pt solid; mso-element: para-border-div; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt"> <P class=MsoNormal style="BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; PADDING-RIGHT: 0in; BORDER-TOP: medium none; PADDING-LEFT: 0in; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; PADDING-TOP: 0in; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none; mso-border-alt: solid windowtext .5pt; mso-padding-alt: 1.0pt 4.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt">What to Wear: <o:p></o:p></DIV> <o:p> </o:p> When hiking and rafting, it is best to dress in layers. By layering clothing you can adjust to the changing temperatures as needed.  It is important to stay away from cotton when recreating in Glacier’s temperamental weather.  Synthetic shirts, shorts, jackets and sweaters wick away moisture and dry more quickly than cotton.  All of these layers combined are a safety measure that will keep you comfortable and guard against hypothermia. We also sell many of these items at our gift and gear store in case you don’t have an outdoor store near you. <o:p></o:p>

Travel Information

Activity Location

Glacier Guides & Montana Raft Company
11970 Hwy 2 East
West Glacier, MT 59936 USA