Half-Day Glacier National Park Whitewater Rafting Adventure
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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If you're new to white water rafting trips, no worries, as you have four miles of relatively calm water to learn the paddle commands and how to paddle effectively as a team. Along the way there are incredible views into Glacier National Park's dramatic terrain.
Once you get to John Stevens Canyon the river picks up speed and your adventure really begins. You'll need all of that practice from upstream to execute the commands in the white water. With rapids like Bonecrusher, Jaws and the Notch (to name a few) your crew is sure to have an exciting time.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Our Half Day White Water Trips offer an exciting day of Class II-III rapids and breathtaking views along the southern boundary of Glacier National Park. Trips depart rain or shine. No experience necessary. Trip times depend on the season and may be shorter when river levels are higher. No maximum weight - must be able to buckle a 58" chest life jacket. Minimum age 5, minimum weight of 50 pounds. Minimums ages are higher in the early season when river levels are higher.
What‘s Included
Raft, PFD, & Paddles
Options
Half Day Whitewater Rafting
Reviews
491 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great trip despite the low waters
jacque s,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great half day rafting from the pickup, drop off, down the river and back our float was fantastic! Would highly recommend this trip
Great time !!! Guides...
Kelly w,Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great time !!! Guides made it really fun. Definitely recommend this company! Beautiful scenery! Would do again.
Scenic Rafting
Elaine I,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a fun day in September. Our guide was ready to talk to & the jokes on the bus ride were a hoot. Definitely would do again
Lake float
Maria C,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00It’s long and it’s kind of boring. Didn’t see anything. Just flowed down the river for 3 hours. They changed our trip To scenic float on the river
Good for first time rafters
Dayna C,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The trip was beautiful but the river very low in early September. The staff was knowledgeable and entertaining. Safety was a high priority.
Awesome experience!
Bharat D,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great rafting experience. Antwan, our guide was very informative and kept us engaged. He gave us good instructions on handling the several rapids we encountered!
Must do in Glacier National park
Emily S,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great Northern rafting company was a great experience. Our guide Addie could not have been better. She was so knowledgeable and so friendly. We enjoyed our 3 hour adventure and would love to come back and do it again! Beautiful scenery, beautiful water and all around just plain fun!
Rafting fun for the whole crew
Robert M,Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our group of 10 booked a half-day white water rafting trip with Great Northern Rafting on August 28, and we had an amazing time! Because of our group size, we split across two rafts, but everyone still had a great experience. Check-in was quick and easy, and the staff made everything seamless. You can even rent water shoes for just $2.50 if you don’t have snug-fitting footwear (no crocs or flip flops allowed). Their little shop is handy too—stocked with water, dry bags, and other essentials. After check-in, we were bused about 10 miles down the road to the launch point on the river. The water level was a bit lower than usual due to lack of rain, but it didn’t take away from the fun. We still hit a few good rapids, and the overall ride was a mix of mild excitement and relaxing stretches. The scenery was absolutely beautiful—floating right outside Glacier National Park felt unforgettable. The guides were fantastic: personable, funny, and clearly very skilled. They kept us entertained, made sure we were safe, and navigated every rapid with confidence. We would definitely recommend Great Northern Rafting to anyone visiting the area and will absolutely book with them again next time we’re back. A great way to experience the river and take in the incredible Montana landscape!
Fun in the Sun!!
Gumflattsherri,Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Todd and Addie were great guides. Very enthusiastic! I so like it when people enjoy their job! These two did!! Great trip and I would highly recommend to all!
Great Experience, Awesome Guides!
Escape07486485074,Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience for first time rafters and great family owned business!! All guides were enthusiastic and well trained. Todd was our guide and made the ride super fun with extensive knowledge of the river and history of the park/surrounding area. He kept us laughing the whole time while keeping safety a priority. He even gave us a few fishing tips when we saw him on the river later that day! All gear is provided, very clean, great location!
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