Blackfoot River Montana
Whitewater Rafting on the Legendary Blackfoot!
CLASS III WHITEWATER for AGES 6 & UP
The Blackfoot River, a legendary Montana river located northeast of Missoula, Montana brings the thrills and the beauty of river rafting into one great, family friendly experience. The white water season on the Blackfoot River is short, with the best rafting occurring in May and early June most years. Even thought the Blackfoot will delight, Pangaea recommends the Clark Fork River Rafting for the optimal experience!
The Perfect Blackfoot River Rafting Trip!
On this 4-5 hour white water adventure in Montana, you’ll find epic beauty and whitewater rapids. It’s classic Montana whitewater rafting for your whole family. If you’ve ever dreamed about Montana, to experience Big Sky country, and get away from it all- this is it! You can raft white water on the Blackfoot River in Montana with Pangaea. Pristine wilderness beauty makes rafting whitewater on the Blackfoot River corridor an unmatched vacation experience.
What’s Rafting on the Blackfoot River Like?
On Pangaea’s 3 to 5 hour white water adventure, depending on the water flows and the trip type you pick (lunch, dinner, or raft & blast trip), you’ll float and glide through open valley’s, Ponderosa and Douglas Fir forests. Several class III rapids, perfect for the whole family, wait for you near the beginning of the trip and towards the end of the trip. In between, scenery, swimming, boat games, history, nature, and lunch keep you entertained and happy. Check out our Blackfoot river map for more details.
First Thing First…
You and your group will meet us either at Pangaea’s Clark Fork River location or Johnsrude Park and boat ramp on the Blackfoot River (depending on your travel needs). Most groups meet us at Johnsrude, the end point of the raft trip. That way your dry clothes and belongings are there for you at the end of the trip. Once we meet, your guide will meet and greet you, prepping you with everything you need to know and do before heading out on the water. After you sign waivers and secure your vehicle, everyone loads up in a Pangaea vehicle for a 20 minute drive to the put-in up river from Johnsrude.
Pushing Off From Shore…
Once you leave shore, you’re guide will review paddle strokes, how to sit in the boat, and how to work together as a team to ensure you and your group experience the best possible ride down the river. Right away the river frolics and bounces, splashes and dashes as you paddle and laugh your way through the first series of class 3 rapids in Roundup Rapid.
Blackfoot Whitewater
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Perfect for kids six & older!
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Meet times at 10:30 & 12:30 (MDT)
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End Times: 4:00 & 6:00 (MDT)
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Pangaea's Famous Mouthwatering Lunch
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Guides that would make a mud puddle fun!
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Squirt guns in every boat (optional)
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Large Group? Call for special pricing!
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Discounts: 10% off 6 or more people
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Discounts: AAA, Military = 10% OFF
After the First Rapid
After Roundup Rapids, the river mellows to a scenic float, providing the perfect opportunity to soak in the scenery, share stories and learn more about the icon flora and fauna of Montana.
Lunch Served Riverside
After a few hours on the river, we pull over to enjoy Pangaea’s famous lunch: hot red potato bar, flame seared chicken, fresh salad greens and mouth watering toppings like sun dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, freshly shredded cheddar cheese, real bacon, all served “riverside.” Lunch served on the 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM trip.
On Your Way to Glacier?
The Blackfoot River is on your way to Glacier National Park. This is the “must see” river of western Montana. Don’t go to Glacier National Park without stopping for the thrill of experiencing its whitewater !
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Raft & Blast (Half Day Option)
Don’t have time for the full day trip with lunch or dinner? Pangaea also offers shorter trips through the Alberton Gorge. Raft the same stretch of river with NO stops for swimming, rock jumping or lunch. Trips depart daily at 10:30-2:00 or 12:30-4:00 PM.
Kayaks
Want a more exciting whitewater experience or just want to enjoy the easy scenic float in your own vessel? Add an inflatable kayak to your trip for an extra $10 per kayak. These kayaks seat one or two people, kayak paddles and helmets included. To add a kayak to your trip, please call 406-239-2392.
PRIVATE UPGRADES
Looking to make your trip extra special? Do you want to enjoy the raft with just you and your group or special someone? Want a custom meet time or want to sip “special” beverages in your boat that nobody else gets? We can make that happen for you when you upgrade your trip to a private affair. Get your own raft, fill it with up to 6 people, and let us know what else you want. We will custom-tailor your trip, even accommodating your own meet time (as the schedule allows). The cost is $799 per boat for any private trip. Please call us for your exclusive upgrade: 406-239-2392.
Blackfoot Raft & Blast
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Perfect for kids six & older!
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Meet times at 10:30, 12:30, 4:30 (MDT)
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End Times: 2:00, 3:30, 7:30 (MDT)
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Large Group? Call for special pricing!
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Standard Discounts Apply
Your Guide Makes The Difference
Your guides are highly qualified river runners who have years of experience and hours of training on the river. Not only are they the safest guides on the river, they are the “FUNNEST” guides on the river too. Squirt guns and boat games are standard on every trip. Our guides would make a mud puddle fun!!!
What to Bring:
Clothes that can get wet and dry out quickly- avoid cotton as it gets wet, stays wet and makes you cold. Sun block, sun glasses, hat, dry clothes to change into after the trip, shoes or sandals. NO FLIP FLOPS or BARE FEET.
Directions:
The Blackfoot River meets at our River Store (if you’re driving from Spokane or Couer d’alene) or at the Blackfoot River take-out. The Blackfoot River is an easy drive from Spokane, Coeur d’ Alene and Missoula. 11111 Mullan Rd. E. Superior, MT 59872
Drive Times:
Spokane to the Blackfoot River Johnsrud Take Out: 3.5 hours
Coeur d’Alene to Johnsrud: 3 hours
Missoula to Johnsrud: 30 minutes
DISCOUNTS & SPECIAL GROUP RATES
6 or more people – 10% OFF!AAA or Active Military – 10% OFF (must call for discount and present ID day of trip)If you have a large group, special event, birthday party, bachelor party, bachelorette party, convention, conference or business meeting, please call for special pricing, custom meet times and other options designed just for you.
CANCELLATION POLICY
A 50% Deposit is REQUIRED to confirm your reservation.Your trip is 100% refundable 2 weeks before trip date – 50% deposit becomes non refundable within 2 weeks – 100% non refundable payment due day of trip
WE RAFT RAIN OR SHINE
Guests can NOT cancel due to weather. Pangaea reserves the right to cancel due to weather or high water. No charge if trip is cancelled by Pangaea.