Popular Montana River Named One Of The Best In U.S.

With summer winding down, many Montanans are trying to squeeze in every last ounce of fun before the leaves start to turn, the wind picks up, and we see snow on tops of the mountains.

Don't get me wrong, fall in Montana is a sight to behold, but there's a lot to love about summer here in Big Sky Country.

While people continue to enjoy the outdoors even after summer is gone, certain activities are more "summer-friendly" than others. Camping, hiking, biking, and several other activities are popular in Montana during the summer months, including one that might take a little more skill than you think.

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Here in The Treasure State, we have creeks, rivers, and lakes. Being on the water during the summer is a big deal in Montana, and for those of you who love whitewater rafting, Montana has some of the best in the country.

Before we reveal which Montana destination is one of the best for whitewater rafting, let's look at the best lakes Montana has to offer.

What Montana River is one of the best in the country for white water rafting?

While there's plenty to choose from, according to On The Show, the best river in Montana to white water raft is the Flathead River. Not only is the Flathead the best river in Montana to raft, but it's also one of the best in the country.

On The Show came out with a list of the 7 best and the Flathead River landed at the 5th spot. Rivers in Arizona, Idaho, Maine, New Mexico, Oregon, and Utah also made the list.

What makes the Flathead River so great?

According to the data, the Flathead has 3 different forks that are fantastic for rafting and each fork brings its own set of adventures and challenges depending on your skill level. If you're looking for a day trip, or something to last a week, time on the Flathead River is time well spent.