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West Glacier Full-Day Whitewater Rafting

TourTruth score 8.8 out of 10

Very goodTop 19% in West Glacier

367 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • West Glacier
  • 6 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Float beside Glacier National Park, enjoy a riverside barbecue, and ride Class II and III rapids on a full-day rafting trip from West Glacier.

About this tour

Trade the road for the river on a full-day whitewater adventure beside Glacier National Park. Meet your guide in West Glacier, then travel to the Middle Fork of the Flathead for a day that pairs quiet scenery with lively rapids.

The journey begins on a calmer stretch, where you can take in views toward the park and hear about the area’s flora and fauna. Midway, pull ashore for a barbecue lunch with choices that include a Montana bison burger, chicken sandwich, or vegetarian burger. Then get ready for the river’s Class II and III rapids, with nine named rapids noted on the route. The guided rafting portion typically lasts 5 to 7 hours, depending on river conditions.

Helmets and life jackets are provided, along with cold-water gear when needed, and a complimentary photo package helps you keep the memories. This West Glacier whitewater rafting trip is a rewarding mix of river scenery, local insight, and splashy action. Reserve your place for a full day on the Middle Fork Flathead.

Highlights

  • Float past scenic views of Glacier National Park
  • Ride Class II and III rapids on the Middle Fork Flathead River
  • Hear your guide share insights about local flora and fauna
  • Pause riverside for a barbecue lunch

What's included

Included

  • Helmet
  • Life jacket
  • All fees and taxes
  • Complimentary wetsuits and booties when needed
  • Splash jackets
  • Cold-water gear, including wetsuit, fleece, and water shoes, when temperatures are below 70°F
  • Riverside lunch with bison, chicken, or vegetarian options
  • Complimentary photo package

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Water shoes when not included with cold-water gear; rentals available for $7
  • Shoes with a back strap; flip-flops and Crocs are not allowed

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Important information

  • Meet at Glacier Raft Company, 106 Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936, 30 minutes before launch
  • The trip runs rain or shine
  • Children must weigh at least 50 lb
  • A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health
  • Alcoholic drinks are not allowed in the vehicle

Frequently asked questions

How long is the rafting trip?

Plan for about 6 hours; the guided river portion may last 5 to 7 hours depending on river conditions.

What rapids will we encounter?

The trip includes Class II and III rapids on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River.

What lunch is provided?

Lunch is served riverside, with options such as a bison burger, chicken sandwich, or vegetarian burger.

Where do we meet?

Meet at Glacier Raft Company, 106 Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Children must weigh at least 50 lb. Travelers should have a moderate level of physical fitness.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.93 on Viator and 4.95 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in West Glacier
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.8. Top 19% in West Glacier means it ranks in the top 19% of tours in West Glacier by this score.

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