Alberton Gorge Whitewater Rafting

Gorge Rafting Overview

Ask your guide about the history, they love sharing stories with you. were Alberton Gorge Whitewater Rafting

The Alberton Gorge rafting offers some of the most exciting and accessible whitewater in Western Montana. Just 40 minutes west of Missoula, this section of the Clark Fork is known for its splashy Class II and III rapids, canyon scenery, and swimming-friendly stretches. Everybody loves the Gorge! First timers, seasoned rafters, locals and visitors all find something to love on the river.

“This is where we take our friends on our days off,” one of our guides likes to say — and they mean it.

A Montana Rafting Trip for Everyone

When summer hits and the water level drops, the Gorge transforms into a playful, technical run with dozens of Class I, II and III rapids like Triple Bridges, Ice Box, Roller Coaster, Boat Eater, Tumbleweed, Fang, and Davey Jones’s Locker. It’s what makes Alberton Gorge whitewater rafting so fun!

Calm sections between rapids are perfect for swimming, water fights, and relaxing float time which is why the Gorge is fan favorite!  It has everything you need for an ideal family-friendly rafting trip.

Scenic Beauty and Wildlife On The River

Towering canyon walls, lush forests, and regular sightings of raptors and river wildlife make Alberton Gorge a feast for the senses. It’s one of the most scenic stretches of whitewater in the region, and a perfect choice for anyone looking to cool off and enjoy the wild side of Montana.

Rafting Headquarters Right on the Gorge

Our Crystal Springs headquarters overlooks the Alberton Gorge and is just minutes from both the put-in and take-out locations. That means less time driving, easier logistics, and a relaxing base to enjoy a picnic or cold beverage after your river adventure. Plus, it makes for a great experience!

The best part? You’re never more than a few minutes from your car, your cooler, or your dry clothes.

Alberton Gorge Geology: A Billion-Year Backstory

The scenery and surroundings are almost as exciting as the rapids! You’ll raft past massive rocks that were shifted long ago. They formed during the last Ice Age and were sculpted by the catastrophic Missoula Floods.

The canyon walls showcase Belt Supergroup rocks that are over a billion years old. You’ll raft past ancient ripple marks, colorful rock layers, and mud cracks left by long-gone inland seas  which is a reminder that this river runs through deep time. Ask your guide about the history, they love sharing stories with you. 

Plan Your Alberton Gorge Rafting Trip Today

Summer is Alberton Gorge rafting season! We’d love to take you down one of our favorite stretches of river. With warm weather, splashy whitewater, and riverside fun, this is the trip to book if you want classic Montana rafting just outside Missoula.

Give us a call or book online to lock in your trip today. We would love to show you our favorite stretches of the river.

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