The 10 Best Kayaking & Canoeing in Montana, United States

December 5, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

No matter where you look in Montana, you’ll find unspoiled nature, charming small towns and relaxing hospitality. Explore Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, then hit the road to discover more natural wonders. You can hike, bike or horseback ride through rugged mountain landscapes, fly-fish blue ribbon trout streams, paddle scenic rivers and lakes, or spend winter days carving fresh powder at ski resorts — then end your day wandering a vibrant main street or relaxing in a cozy lodge.
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1. 10,000 Waves Raft & Kayak Adventures

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5.0 based on 20 reviews

10,000 Waves Raft & Kayak Adventures

Missoula Montana Rafting and Kayaking Trips on the Clark Fork River and Blackfoot River. Whitewater rafting, scenic river floats, river kayaking, sup and river board tours, rafting & kayak instruction, and raft guide clinics on the Clark Fork and Blackfoot Rivers near Missoula Montana.

2. Glacier Raft Company

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5.0 based on 3,561 reviews

Glacier Raft Company

Seize the opportunity to turn your experience in and around Glacier National Park from just another pretty driving tour to an adventure you’ll treasure for a lifetime! We're West Glacier's most experienced river outfitter. We offer 1/2 day and full day whitewater and scenic adventures on the beautiful rivers bordering Glacier National Park. We have the best safety record of any raft company in Glacier country. We're also the only Montana river outfitter with access to the Great Bear Wilderness and the Upper Middle Fork of the Flathead River. Give us a call and let our expert reservation staff help you book the perfect adventure for you, your friends, and your family!

3. Base Camp Bigfork LLC

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5.0 based on 51 reviews

Base Camp Bigfork LLC

Base Camp Bigfork is a year round outdoor adventure business offering rentals and guided tours for the following activities: -Dogsledding -Kayaking -Paddleboarding -Mountain Biking -Cross Country Skiing -Snowshoeing We offer these services in the Swan and Flathead Valleys. Rentals include Free Delivery

4. Wild River Adventures - Day Tours

Excellent
94%
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5.0 based on 853 reviews

Wild River Adventures - Day Tours

The BEST Whitewater Rafting, Scenic Floats, Guiding Fly Fishing, and Horseback Riding in Glacier National Park.

5. Absaroka River Adventures

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5.0 based on 20 reviews

Absaroka River Adventures

Absaroka River Adventures is the areas premier rafting company. The only company to offer trips on multiple sections of the Stillwater and Yellowstone Rivers, as well as guided fishing trips. New this year stand up paddling trips on the yellowstone river.

6. Yellowstone Geyser Kayak Tours

Excellent
86%
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5.0 based on 270 reviews

Yellowstone Geyser Kayak Tours

Enjoy the beauty of Sea Kayaking in Yellowstone by getting off the beaten path, on a single or multi-day backcountry sea kayak tour. For over 30 years we have been showing our guests the absolute best way to experience the natural wonders of Yellowstone National Park by kayaking away from the crowds on Yellowstone Lake. Come paddle with the most experienced kayaking guides in Yellowstone, in our small groups with a customized experience, and you will see a side of Yellowstone few ever do. Established in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is America’s first national park, and one of the best inland paddling destinations in the world. The clear water and high mountain lakes of the greater Yellowstone area provide a truly unique kayaking experience. Yellowstone is home to a large variety of wildlife including grizzly bears, wolves, bison, and elk. Preserved within Yellowstone is the largest concentration of active geysers in the world – approximately half of the world’s total.

7. Valley Wide Seakayaking Adventures LLC

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Valley Wide Seakayaking Adventures LLC

Kayak,Paddleboard, and Canoe Rentals, Instruction, and Guided Tours in beautiful Northwest Montana. All equipment is provided. Call Anytime... We Deliver...

8. Glacier Outfitters

Excellent
87%
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5.0 based on 78 reviews

Glacier Outfitters

Glacier outfitters is located in the tiny village of Apgar nestled at the end of Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park. GO is a gear rental, tour booking, fly shop. We are open from May - Sept

9. Paddle Board Outfitters

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5.0 based on 43 reviews

Paddle Board Outfitters

We provide a free instructional lesson on how to paddle board. Our desire is to teach & equip our customers with the knowledge we have gained while training in HI. Come enjoy the beautiful islands at the North end of Flathead Lake in Montana. Jet Ski rentals start at $60/ hr

10. Sea Me Paddle Kayaking Tours

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5.0 based on 105 reviews

Sea Me Paddle Kayaking Tours

Sea Me Paddle Kayaking Tours offers a guided two hour family paddle on Somers Bay adventure suitable for all ages, half day tours to Cedar Island and Wild Horse Island. Wild Horse boasts to have five wild horses, over 100 head of Rocky Mountain Bighorn sheep and record size mule deer that inhabit the island , sunset paddles, full moon paddles and custom sea kayaking adventures on Flathead Lake. All tours include a guide, and all equipment needed. We also offer rental (sit in and sit on top) kayaks, stand up paddle boards and bicycles

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