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Put-in MT

Bear Creek River Access and Trailhead, Put-In

Flathead, Middle Fork - 2. Bear Creek to Paola Access · MT

American Whitewater 48.2338, -113.5667

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Gauge Conditions

M F Flathead River near West Glacier MT Downstream Primary
Runnable: 1,000.0 – 8,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Bear Creek River Access and Trailhead, Put-In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Located on river right just off Highway 2, Bear Creek is the main put-in for this reach. The access point sits at the spot where the Middle Fork emerges from the Great Bear Wilderness, offering an easy launch and trailhead access for hikers heading into the backcountry.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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2. Bear Creek to Paola Access
Flathead, Middle Fork
II-III 12.0 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater