Gallatin, South Fork West Fork
Ousel Falls to .75 miles downstream
May 24, 2014
Trip Report
| Reporter | Matt Larson |
Update:
There is new wood in the section between the hiking bridges. Make sure to scout. It is currently possible to run. An obvious right channel at the first tree, then left side of a pour-over out of a new pool created by a down tree and mudslide. There are still branches on the tree - thus left at the pour-over to minimize branches.
Below the second walking bridge is about 1.5 miles of class 3 boogy water with an occasional slide in the first quarter mile. A great alternative to hiking out however there is no clear place to leave your vehicle at the takeout road bridge. This entire section had been cleaned of wood until spring melt of 2011. There are now 3 log jams that must be portaged. This section has a super remote feel- beware of moose. Also a nice alternative to hiking out.