Madison

3) Beartrap Canyon: Madison Dam to Route 84

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June 23, 2021

Trip Report

ReporterDan Camp

One of my favorite stretches in MT. Consistently decent flows due to them cooling the water for the fish. Beautiful remote canyon with some really fun water. Most of the class 2-3 rapids will be pretty straight forward for anyone with some boating experience. The first section above the put-in and Kitchen Sink require a little bit more skill, but should be very doable for an intermediate whitewater boater. Pretty easy shuttle, but the dirt roads as you head into the canyon take a while. Soak in the views though, this run is a gem.