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BEARTRAP CANYON - MADISON DAM TO ROUTE 84

Whitewater River Run





Montana Madison River

Beartrap Canyon - Madison Dam To Route 84

Class III TO IV Difficulty

STREAMFLOW: 1,410 CFS

Runnable
70°, Mostly Sunny Then Chance Rain

The Beartrap Canyon river run on the Madison River in Montana is a challenging and exciting stretch of water. The river features Class III and IV rapids, with several large boulders and tight channels that require careful maneuvering. The best time to float this section of the river is from June to September, with recommended CFS levels between 1,000 and 3,000. It's important to note that the river can be dangerous at higher levels, and rafters should always wear appropriate safety gear and be experienced in navigating difficult rapids. Overall, the Beartrap Canyon river run offers a thrilling and scenic adventure for experienced rafters.

Weather today, A 30 percent chance of rain, mainly after 5pm. Increasing clouds, with a high near 70. South southeast wind 7 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Status Runnable
Class Level III to IV
Elevation 5,874 ft
Run Length 8.5 Mi
Gradient 28 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 1410 cfs
Gauge Height 2.2 ft
Reporting Streamgage Madison River At Kirby Ranch Nr Cameron Mt
USGS 06038800

Nearby Streamflow Levels

Gauge Streamflow Stage
Madison River At Kirby Ranch Nr Cameron Mt
USGS 06038800
1,410 cfs 2.2 ft
Henrys Fork Nr Lake Id
USGS 13039500
27 cfs 4.6 ft
Henrys Fork Blw Coffee Pot Rapids Nr Macks Inn Id
USGS 13041010
372 cfs 3.4 ft
Madison River Bl Hebgen Lake Nr Grayling Mt
USGS 06038500
1,060 cfs 1.9 ft
Henrys Fork Nr Island Park Id
USGS 13042500
674 cfs 3.4 ft
Big Springs At Big Springs Id
USGS 13040500
205 cfs 1.6 ft
Madison River Near West Yellowstone Mt
USGS 06037500
603 cfs 2.0 ft
Snotel Site Snowpack 24hr Change

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