Take Out

This take-out site on Rattlesnake Creek in Missoula County provides access to a medium-sized river system with significant whitewater character. Rattlesnake Creek is a 183-mile stream that drops 750 feet in elevation, creating an average gradient of 4.1 feet per mile. With a stream order of 5 and average flows around 107 cubic feet per second, this is a dynamic waterway suitable for whitewater paddling activities. The creek drains a 902 square mile watershed and maintains an average velocity of 1.91 feet per second, indicating consistent current throughout most sections.

As a take-out location, this site serves paddlers completing whitewater runs on Rattlesnake Creek. The moderate gradient and stream size suggest this creek offers intermediate-level whitewater opportunities. Paddlers should be prepared for moving water conditions and plan shuttle logistics accordingly. The creek's position in its watershed means water levels and conditions can vary seasonally, so checking current flow data before paddling is recommended.

Boaters using this take-out should be aware that Rattlesnake Creek is a working waterway with natural obstacles common to mountain streams. The elevation range and terrain suggest that water conditions can change rapidly, particularly during spring runoff or after heavy precipitation in the Missoula County area.