In addition, my waders were leaking somewhere. It was... and was well on its way to becoming one with the rest of the earth. and most of the rapids look pretty runnable. While the patch was drying, we would explore Gordon Creek. We made camp near Gordon Creek 65 miles from the origin to Hungry Reservoir and almost all of it flows through remote wilderness. With many interconnecting trails, the lodge presents several opportunities for extended hikes while not having to sleep in a tent at the end of the day. We loaded up and fished our way down to the portage at the beginning of Meadow Creek Gorge. indicating it most likely wasn't compatible with the But in most camps, you have to rig something up. There was a very nice fellow from California parked in the place The fishing got even better as well. leading to open forests with large tree spacings. with the other tree. Neither one of us could locate "the fish", Includes outstanding views of the river and the high cliffs. then work the line down to the crotch where the branch joins the tree. miles RT) This short, easy hike includes a good view of a 60-foot waterfall as well as Needles Arch. Railroad Bridge and winds 44 miles through the Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area. After three miles or so you come to the Meadow Creek Gorge pack bridge, What a life! Towns along the river include West Glacier, Nyack, Pinnacle, Essex, and Nimrod. Some of the more popular arches for visitors include Needle Arch, Split Bow Arch, Morning Russell Arch, and Twin Arches, which are ranked as the largest sandstone arches in the eastern United States. before using any information on this site. where I had planned to camp, if it came to that. My boat was leaking pretty badly -- Streets, places, amenities and neighbour areas of South Fork CCD. (3.2 mile loop) Hike includes Slave Falls and Needles Arch. where there is a huge almost-logjam. We headed on down the river, In weathered writing it said something like "Take out 1/4 mile ahead". The South Fork of the Flathead, located in the heart of the Bob Marshall Wilderness, is a horsepack in/float out trip of 5-7 days, putting you over feisty Cutthroats to 22″ and “Bull Trout” to 15 pounds. The bull trout is a threatened species and can reach 40 inches long. The trail ends at the junction with the John Muir Trail. They also have a great selection of And a lot of fun. I pull in the line until the pulley is partly raised and The folks at Please note that finding water in the dry months can be a problem. Slave Falls/Needles Arch (3.0 Be prepared to portage….but that is one plus of a packraft – easy portages (attach your packraft with the backpack straps up and you can just walk with the raft on … and hung everything up to dry. and had enjoyed fishing our way down it. Similar to the Mt. I had asked Wayne to bring an extra tube of barge cement with him for me, I took as many pictures of the gorge and its rapids as I could tie on the food bags and raise them. Although the river flows through mountainous country, the North Fork Flathead River itself is relatively tame offering only a couple of Class I or Class II rapids, depending on river flows. He thought he'd given it back to me. I found more leaks in my waders and patched them again. have a great but peak flow had come and gone almost a month earlier. Street directory and map of South Fork CCD. miles RT) Moderate hike to an old railroad trestle built in 1915. at least in the part I worked my way through. And finally, I realized I had left my headlamp in the tent in camp. but they were an annoyance then. and not having a picture of it, All rights reserved. Most trip reports revolved around using a bush plane to fly in, but a previous packrafting trip report mentioned a fairly accessible trail to get down to the river. Slave Falls Loop We used the tent primarily for mosquito protection. Maps: USGS Glacier National Park; Montana Atlas and Gazetteer, p 83-84 Fishing conditions and species: bull trout, cutthroat, lake trout, rainbow trout, and whitefish Some of the most popular hikes include Twin Arches, Slave Falls/Needle Arch, Sunset Overlook, Angel Falls Rapids, Bear Creek Overlook, and the Yahoo Falls Loop. Established in 1974, the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area encompasses roughly 125,000 acres in some of the most rugged terrain of the Cumberland Plateau. survive low intensity fires, The fishing was about the same as in Young's Creek. Wayne put on what I call his dredging line, (6.5 miles RT) Moderate to difficult hike with several scenic overlooks. and I had bought them at a less-than-best-quality local sporting goods outlet Nothing particularly big but a good number of fat healthy fish. Some the rapids are Tunnel, Bonecrusher, Jaws, Waterfall Narrows and C.B.T. I also patched my waders, which had started leaking on both legs along one of their seams. Wayne decided to take a bath before heading out to explore Gordon Creek. and when we ended, 900 cfs. for the food to end up ten feet up when it's raised, The South Fork is a more difficult whitewater river, with runnable rapids up to class III and a portage at Little Falls. At one point Wayne said something like "I wonder how high the water gets?" Over the eons water flowing into the Cumberland River I had to pump it up every half-hour or so, When it's time to hang food, O & W Railroad Bridge (4.6 there looked to be some large waves or a hole near the eddy at the bottom right before the cliff, where Dona and I had camped and hiked a few weeks before. having ridden and lead our loaded horses down the same trail Wayne asked me if I still had "the fish". When we started the trip it was flowing about 1800 cfs, The South Fork of the Flathead River begins deep in the heart of Bob Marshall Wilderness complex, one of the nations largest designated wilderness areas. We emptied the boats, (6.0 mile loop) Loop hike includes Twin Arches, some interesting rock overhangs/shelters and cliffs, an old home site, and the Charit Creek Lodge. We passed under the Big Prairie bridge and continued down the river. But it had a whole lot more downed timber, and Wayne was still packing up. Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail. Hikers, however, will be rewarded with scenic overlooks of the Big South Fork, waterfalls and interesting rock formations. the only sane take-out point. Having never been to the portage take-out, looks to be where it will end up about half way between the two trees I envied the rangers and their proper backpacks and light boats. As I floated down the rapid I made sure I stayed to river right; And there are some places where it looks like you can get out. but had only kept one fish and needed another. Wayne asked what kind of waders they were. a happy guy on a two week trip. at the very head of the eddy (left part of picture). which could mean a lot of fires. I went through a stand of recently burned trees A raft floats past a towering cutbank while floating the upper North Fork of the Flathead River in late July. and every time I stopped to fish. Some of the larger mammals found in the area include black bears, white-tailed deer, bobcats, gray fox and elk, which migrated into the area from nearby state managed lands. As a result, the Big South Fork contains one of the highest concentrations of natural bridges in the eastern United States. It was just about the best fish I've ever eaten, The walk wouldn't have been too bad with a proper pack with hip support, The weather was warm and didn't cool too much overnight, and the fly just makes it warmer in the tent. RATES: General South Fork Flathead trip rates: inquire here or call us at 208-756-3959. Hanging food sufficiently high and sufficiently far out from tree trunks As we floated past Flatiron Mountain just below the confluence The glue in my patch kit had been opened a few years before, (Could Be Trouble). Deep hemlock forests and thick pines along with some nice stretches of whitewater make this one of the most beautiful and exciting paddles anywhere. Bandy Creek Campground Loop (1.3 mile loop) Easy hike through upland forest. but the river was still plenty cold. He filleted the two trout, stirred up a great marinade, The next day we encountered another party in small alpackarafts, (3.2 miles RT) Moderate to difficult hike to an overlook, as well as some historic coal mining relics along the way. If I pushed on for the summit I almost certainly would have been coming down in the dark. If you're in a well-used camp, there is often a game pole strung between two trees can be an issue. fire-adapted trees like larch and ponderosa pine It is created by the North Fork and Middle Fork confluence just above the bridge and is joined by the South Fork a few miles downriver. (1.3 miles RT) Easy hike to arch. I almost had an 8" one custom made, but never got around to it. video about which adhesive to use In addition to the lodge, the park offers camping, hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, mountain biking, rafting, canoeing, kayaking, tubing, hunting and fishing. but this time the dogs were apparently tired and riding instead of swimming. Or at least tried; I couldn't tell if it was successful or not. Please read this Disclaimer / Privacy Policy There also didn't appear to be any good vantage point coming up. The next morning I repatched my boat, I tie the food line's ends together and tie that to a bush itself. The first floatable stretch on Young’s and the first few miles of the South Fork of the Flathead often have log jams. You can't help but wonder... how bad does it get if I keep going? Northwest River Supplies The South Fork of the Flathead in Montana is perhaps the most popular packraft rivers in the lower-48. Bill's Bag NOT !!! I hiked up the creek about three miles and started fishing down. In this section, the river cuts through several mountain ridges. to make sure we could get out if we went through; (13.1 miles, one way) Trail leads to a few rock shelters and includes numerous creek crossings. South Fork Flathead flow guide South Fork just below the White River, ~1000 cfs. two forest Service river rangers arrived in their alpackas. There was reasonably fresh bear scat in a few places, A safe time frame to fish the river is between July 15 and October 15. "The first waders designed to be your last." and Wayne's is a chlorosulfonated polyethelene (Hypalon) type. Even this far down, the river was still scratchy. Meaning the upper pouch at the back of his fishing vest. About Flathead Rapids Youth Soccer: The Flathead Rapids are dedicated to providing our local communities with high-quality soccer programs that focus on player development as well as personal growth while looking to create an environment that helps … The next day we continued on down the river, fishing as we went, but it was uninspiring. The South Fork of the Flathead River is one of the few places in the Lower 48 where it is legal to target bull trout. The river looked about the same, but was actually flowing much less. as the line stretches some when weight is applied. LeConte Lodge, the Charit Creek Lodge is located deep in the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, and is only accessible by horseback, foot or mountain bike. The scenery along the North Fork is absolutely awesome. Here's how I do it. I was having to re-inflate my boat every fifteen minutes or so, Catawba Overlook The Middle Fork Flathead River is a 92-mile (148 km) river in western Montana in the United States, forming the southwestern boundary of Glacier National Park. Wayne's knee bothers him after a lot of walking, set up camp, and there was only about a quarter of the tube left. That sucker is a ways up, and that would be a heck of a lot of water! Jimmy Reed of Whitefish paddle boards through a rapid on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River near Belton Bridge in West Glacier on Sept. 5, 2019. There are 3 main reasons for this as I see it: 1. The South Fork Acclaimed as one of Montana’s most pristine and remote rivers, the Wild and Scenic South Fork of the Flathead River originates in the south end of the flows northward to Hungry Horse Reservoir. so I decided to use that. The South Fork of the Flambeau. Major named rapids include Stonewall, Big Bull, Slough Gundy, and Scratch. Note Wayne's boat in the photos below, a small thing on the right side next to the rock. The Big South Fork is also the home of the Charit Creek Lodge, which is owned by the same people who own the Mt. I figured I wasn't likely to make it to the top, When completed, the John Muir Trail will extend from Pickett State Park on the Cumberland Plateau to the Appalachian Trail in the southern part of the Cherokee National Forest. Angel Falls Rapids (4.0 miles RT) Easy hike to an overlook of one of the most hazardous rapids on the Big South Fork. The South Fork of the Flathead River is a different beast. and proceeded to cook us up another incredible meal. where the older larch had survived but not much else. The warm weather made a bath sound like a good idea, Gentlemen's Swimming Hole (0.4 mile, one way) Moderate hike to the traditional swimming hole on the Clear Fork River where early settlers from the community of Rugby came to enjoy the cool waters of the river. In years of heavy precipitation it may not fall into shape until after the July 4 holiday. The Forest Service has released a Proposed Action which is essentially a partial draft management plan the forks of the Wild and Scenic Flathead ... including new permit systems. I remembered the place, We saw the folks with the golden retrievers again, Mine had a too-big-to-ignore leak where four seams come together in the front, where. It is also one of the wildest, beginning in the Great Bear Wilderness just south of Glacier National Park. The area boasts miles of scenic gorges and sandstone bluffs, is rich with natural and historic features, and provides visitors with a wide range of outdoor recreational activities. We put the tent up every night, but we usually didn't put the rain-fly on. The fishing was pretty mediocre; Even today it has a remote, isolated feeling about it. I tie a rock to the end of one line on the pulley and throw it over a branch as high as I can on one tree, I locate two trees without too many branches and far enough apart. View a map of this area and more on Natural Atlas. a fish grabbed the fly on the end of his line dragging in the water. We were thinking we would stop at White River for another layover day, miles, one way) The most direct route to the base of North Arch. I got about a third of the way up Pagoda mountain and decided to turn around. On a clear night, and with roughly 2000 stars visible with the naked eye, the Big South Fork is also an excellent place for night sky-watching. It also overlaps parts of the John Muir and Sheltowee Trace Trails, and follows part of the old Stearns Logging Railroad along Massey Branch. Rubber glues like barge cement work on the latter, but not the former. A Trip Down the South Fork of the Flathead From the Young's and Danaher Creek Confluence to Meadow Creek Gorge July, 2015 Click on any image for a larger view; Contact garya at this domain if you would like the high quality image for printing . July.1.2015 July.1.2015 DaveC 2 Comments on South Fork Flathead flow guide South Fork Flathead flow guide This was originally posted almost three years ago, but I’m bumping and updating it in light of record-setting low flows which will seriously effect packrafting this summer and fall. They informed us we had to put out our fire, It was a great example of how It was overcast and not looking to get any better any time soon, We had a long slog coming up to portage out, They looked well-made on the surface, particularly the back side, The weather was hot so that wasn't a big deal, It's shaping up to be a really dry year, Copyright and whenever I stopped to fish. Loop (3.6 mile loop) Easy hike that passes a wet weather water fall, rock shelters, and the Oscar Blevins Farm. Hikers have the choice of returning to the trailhead or doing the complete 2.9 mile loop which leads to the "Meeting of the Waters" at the junction of the Clear Fork and White Oak Creek, which served as the traditional "ladies bathing place". or lead it down to a sturdy branch on the same tree and tie it off. The trail is named in honor of Daniel Boone. And come visit any time. articles on boat maintenance and repair. There’s no way to verify, but all evidence points towards the number of packrafters on the South Fork being an all-time record this year; a number certain to only grow. pulley is more or less in the middle. has carved the plateau's sandstone into impressive cliffs, arches and chimneys. Sunset Overlook It turns out my boat is made of PVC type material, Twin Arches Loop I spent a lot of time just working from one spot to the next. It was a steep downhill slide to the pool, but if I had learned anything about backcountry fishing, it was that pools like this are worth fishing. The seam had blown out, probably a result of age -- primarily for use measuring streamflows for water conservation in-stream flow leases. South Fork Flathead fishing-specific trip: July 18th – 25th, 2020. Thanks again a bazillion, Dave! A trip down the South Fork is a trip back to a bygone era. The trail visits the Blue Heron Mining Camp and its extensive exhibits. Especially toward the end of the trip, going into Meadow Creek Gorge. I had kept one fish but had asked Wayne if he could put it in his plastic bag, You get glimpses of Meadow Creek Gorge on the way out. (7.1 mile loop) This moderately difficult hike follows Rock Creek for part of its distance. but in most loaded inflatables you won't be able to punch through it into the eddy. The water in the bottom half of the eddy line is heading strongly on down the river. Angel Falls Rapids (4.0 miles RT) Easy hike to an overlook of one of the most hazardous rapids on the Big South Fork. material of the raft About that far ahead we came to a rapid leading into a slot between two cliffs. C5 Manufacturing is proud to offer South Fork Dump Flatbeds to customers in the lawn and landscape, light construction, agriculture and nursery industries. There are roughly 150 miles of marked hiking trails in the Big South Fork. Some of the many hazards hikers can encounter include steep narrow sections, numerous creek crossings, slick boulders, and confusing trail junctions. and there was no sense in hauling heavier water soaked stuff. Sprawling more than 1.5 million acres, the Bob Marshall Wilderness complex (known to locals as “the Bob”), which also includes the Great Bear Wilderness and the Scapegoat Wilderness, is perhaps the wildest location in the lower 48 states. but which I assumed announced this as the take-out. Bandy Creek to Angel Falls Overlook (10 miles RT) Moderately difficult hike to overlook in the Leatherwood Ford area. Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, Big South Fork Landforms (Waypoints for arches, waterfalls, etc.). LeConte Lodge in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. A spectacular backcountry flight, more wildlife than people, and striking emerald-aqua water beckons from Montana’s Big Sky country. The South Fork of the Flathead is a freestone stream, vulnerable to the nuances of runoff, and typically unfishable until mid to late June. North Fork Flathead River is a river in Glacier National Park, Flathead National Forest, MT. the raft is 22 years old and about at the end of its useful life We crossed the river, found the mainline trail along the river, and hiked down to where it crossed Gordon Creek. Bear Creek Overlook (0.5 miles RT) Easy hike to a panoramic river overlook. They didn't leak from tears or abuse. Downstream of the takeout, the water is smooth and inviting. It is very scenic. Wayne and I had gotten into the rhythm of Whoever you are, thanks! As usual, there were plenty of wildflowers to puzzle over. If you're going to be doing this trip, look at the two pictures below carefully. instead of my full neoprene ones or the purely cloth ones which had uncomfortable nylon feet. They seemed like the right thing to bring on this trip As we worked our way down the river we came to more than one We would look it over carefully, The river starts in Canada and flows along the west edge of Glacier National Park. The Middle Fork Flathead River is one of Montana’s premier whitewater rivers. Wayne had a tear in one of the inflated deck covers at the bow of his boat. with the idea of maybe running it in the future. Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. They were labelled "Caddis," as I couldn't locate mine. and they were already showing signs of wear. We camped for the night a few miles below the Black Bear pack bridge. and it was our last on this wild portion of the river. we weren't sure what to expect. Middle Fork of the Flathead, Glacier National Park: Address, Phone Number, Middle Fork of the Flathead Reviews: 4.5/5 Thanks to simple logistics and only one other commercial outfitter, the Middle Fork Flathead is our most affordable trip on a pristine wilderness river. a packer was headed down the trail leading a string of mules. The only dumping flatbeds manufactured in the USA for all 3/4 and 1-ton pickups, the South Fork Dump Flatbeds are ready to dump for years to come. Flathead, South Fork 3. Our dog Max would have thought he was in seventh heaven. about the worst place to have a leak. On the way back for my second load I noticed some leaves in the trail, (3.6 mile loop) Trail parallels the Clear Fork River for most of the way. It's named for naturalist and conservationist John Muir and commemorates his hike through the plateau in 1867. Aquaseal. During my treks back and forth to portage our gear out a long section of leaded sink-tip designed to get down and stay down. although the dogs got to ride in the alpackas when they were tired. The wilderness mountain settings, clear waters, campfires, wilderness lakes and streams, and superb fishing will wash away worldly cares. While he was pawing through his fly box deciding what to do, Includes outstanding views of the river and the high cliffs. Hiking the Grand Gap Loop is a 12.4 mile RT hike. Most of it is pleasant looking, Good thing it was in a plastic bag. but unfortunately I didn't see any of the responsible parties. The deep green water and the canyons make for some great pictures. The next morning we patched my boat and Wayne's. While unpacking and preparing dinner, Then I make the lines as tight as possible, Eventually we passed an insignificant looking beat up sign on a standard-sized piece of paper. There was a large-ish weathered sign up on one of the cliffs which I couldn't read well The next morning as we were packing up, Young's Creek, so there is 25 feet to each side of the pulley. Angel Falls Overlook (5.6 miles RT) Trail offers cliff top views of the river and Angel Falls Rapids. Wayne had a leaky dry bag and had to dry out his sunflowers. a cheerful note from him. The next day was still overcast, (1 mile RT) Moderate hike to 113-foot waterfalls - the highest falls in Kentucky. We continued on down and eventually made camp a few miles above Helen Creek. Yahoo Falls Loop South Fork Flathead Apparently I have been slacking on the posts. Many of the biggest rapids are located in the confines of John Steven Canyon and come in quick succession. But then there are a few other places, Back at camp that evening, Wayne cooked us another gormet meal. It is also very remote. The day before, before we hit the Young's Creek canyon and its portages, and we both thought the other had it. Most of the heavy-duty whitewater lies in the wilderness section, where the Middle Fork has a … Beginning at Round Lake in northeastern Price County, it travels through absolutely wild country. South Fork Flathead DATES: For information on scheduling a South Fork Flathead trip in 2020, inquire here or call us at 208-756-3959. Once both lines are up and the pulley is raised, the lines can be adjusted so the and they don't have any waist strap. A bit further on I came to a place where a grizzly had dug up some ground squirrels. (3.2 miles RT) Moderately strenuous hike that features an overlook, while offering a variety of scenery along the way. Buyer beware... After patching the boats Wayne said, "I wonder if that fish is in my upper pocket?" It was a royal pain in the neck. (5.5 mile loop) This hike is considered by many to be the most challenging trail in the Big South Fork. Blue Heron Loop we caught fish, but they didn't have much size to them. We had a fish dinner planned And neither one of us could remember disposing of it. as stage 1 fire restrictions had been put in place a few days earlier. Big South Fork is also home to the highest waterfall in the state of Kentucky. The and off we went. Packrafting Adventure on the South Fork of the Flathead I glanced down off the trail and noticed a deep pool with a strong current going through it. It's located in north central Tennessee and southeastern Kentucky, and protects the free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River and its tributaries. He checked the labels and sure enough, they both said "Caddis." but we went right on by. in terms of materials, particularly the seam glue, ageing. Its drainage basin lies to the east of the South Fork Flathead River and the Hungry Horse Reservoir. Furthermore, the only route into the eddy is along the bank at river right I pulled off my patch to let it dry for the night before repatching. They leaked on the stitched seams. The loop hike offers a small waterfall on Fall Branch, numerous rock shelters and a beautiful hemlock cove forest. 2018 South Fork of the Flathead Update as of 7-12-18: I've had the chance to get feedback from several groups of packrafters coming off the South Fork. The park doesn't recommend hiking this trail immediately following a heavy rainfall, or after severe freezing weather. We donated it to the eagles and ospreys Burnt Mill Loop In my opinion, these two forks are some of the best rivers to stand up paddleboard. 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