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Access Site MT

Maidenrock

Big Hole River

Source: montana_fish__wildlife_and_parks Updated 1 year ago

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City: Butte, MT
County: Beaverhead County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.65166320, -112.70277343
897 Cottonwillow Rd, Melrose, MT 59743, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Big Hole River at Maiden Rock near Divide MT Same River 3.8 mi away
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Big Hole River near Melrose MT Same River 8.6 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Big Hole River
1 run
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site: Put-in at this location This location is on the run Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
II(III) Upstream from here (9.1 mi from take-out) Dewey to Divide Bridge
53.4 mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Maidenrock provides convenient access to the Big Hole River near Butte, serving as one of nine BLM recreation sites along a scenic 73-mile stretch of river between Wisdom and Melrose. This boat ramp is ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and rafters looking to launch float trips through a scenic mountain corridor known for wildlife viewing opportunities. The site includes basic amenities such as gravel parking, restrooms, and picnic tables to support day-use and launching activities.

The Big Hole River is renowned as a blue-ribbon trout fishery and offers excellent float boating conditions, with optimal rafting season typically running from mid-May through late July. Paddlers should plan accordingly for seasonal water levels and flow conditions during these peak recreation months. The river's character and accessibility make it suitable for various skill levels, though float trip planning should account for the specific conditions at the time of your visit.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Humbug Spires WSA Located within
Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest Located within