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Glacier National Park Whitewater Rafting Trip 2.5 hr

TourTruth score 9.1 out of 10

ExcellentTop 10% in West Glacier

2,160 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • West Glacier
  • 2 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Run nine Class II and III rapids on the Flathead River, with Glacier National Park views, local stories, and an optional glacial-water dip.

About this tour

Trade the scenic drive for a splashy adventure on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River. This Glacier National Park whitewater rafting trip follows an 8-mile stretch beside the park, with mountain scenery and nine named Class II and III rapids along the way.

Meet your guide in West Glacier, check in, then ride a short bus trip to the river. After a safety briefing and paddle instructions, ease into the journey on a calmer opening stretch before the rapids pick up. Along the way, your guide shares insights into local history, wildlife, river ecology, and environmental concerns. You can also choose to take a dip in the glacial water, and the route passes beneath the historic Belton Bridge before a short walk back to the office.

Helmets, life jackets, paddles, and transportation to the river are provided, with cold-weather gear available when conditions call for it. The Glacier National Park whitewater rafting trip runs rain or shine, and its duration varies with river flow and season. Arrive 30 minutes early, bring clothes that can get wet, and get ready to experience the Flathead from the water.

Highlights

  • Navigate nine splashy Class II and III rapids on the Flathead River
  • Admire Glacier National Park views along the Middle Fork
  • Learn about river ecology, local history, and wildlife
  • Cool off with an optional dip in glacial water
  • Float beneath the historic Belton Bridge

What's included

Included

  • Professional river guide
  • Helmets, life jackets, and paddles
  • Transportation to the river
  • Fleece and splash jackets
  • Cold-weather gear when needed
  • All taxes, fees, and handling charges

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Souvenir photos
  • Water shoes; rentals available for $7

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Important information

  • Arrive 30 minutes before departure at Glacier Raft Company, 106 Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936
  • A minimum weight of 50 lb is required; participants must fit a life jacket accommodating up to a 56-inch chest
  • Children under 5 and pregnant women cannot participate
  • Trips run rain or shine
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  • Wear clothes that can get wet and secure, closed-toe footwear; flip-flops and Crocs are not suitable
  • Bring a change of clothes, towel, sunscreen, and water
  • Alcohol, drugs, glass objects, coolers, and bare feet are not permitted
  • The guide takes participants by bus to the river; the trip ends with a short walk back to the office
  • Trip length varies with river conditions and season

Frequently asked questions

How long is the rafting trip?

The trip is about 2.5 hours in early season, but river flow can extend it to around 3 to 3.5 hours later in the season.

What rapids will we encounter?

The 8-mile route on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River includes nine named Class II and III rapids.

Where do we meet?

Check in at Glacier Raft Company, 106 Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, Montana, 30 minutes before departure.

What should I wear?

Wear clothes that can get wet and secure footwear such as sneakers, water shoes, or strapped sandals. Cold-weather gear is provided when needed.

Are there participation requirements?

Participants must weigh at least 50 lb and be able to wear a life jacket that fits a chest up to 56 inches. Children under 5 and pregnant women cannot participate.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 4.95 on Viator and 4.81 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 9.1. Top 10% in West Glacier means it ranks in the top 10% of tours in West Glacier by this score.

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