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Hike to and float on an incredible alpine lake!
Hike high up above the Bitterroot Valley for some awesome views.
Join a trip in early October to see the famous Montana Larch, the only pine tree that changes color in Autumn!
Hike in a beautiful mountain canyon!
Hike with a jolly, expert guide!

Alpine Lake Float and Guided Hike in the Bitterroot Mountains

By Bitterroot Backpacking
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is £129 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

The Bitterroot National Forest is an incredibly beautiful and rugged place with amazing mountains and deep glacial canyons. The trails are not always well maintained, and often times seasonal creeks will deter folks who aren't used to water crossings. You'll be glad you brought a guide along!

The hike and packraft float is an experience unique to Bitterroot Backpacking. You will not find any other guide or company providing this service! (And if you do, they probably found the idea here!)

Activity location

  • Fred Burr Reservoir
    • 59875, Ravalli County, Montana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Fred Burr Trailhead
    • Fred Burr Road
    • 59875, Victor, Montana, United States

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Alpine Float Tour (up to 6)
  • Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes6h 30m
    6h 30m
  • English

Camas, Kidney, or Fred Burr: 6 mi total, out and back, 1200 ft of elevation gain. Enquire about trips to Kidney Lake and Fred Burr Res.

Language options: English
Starting time: 09:30
Price details
£129.13 x 1 Adult£129.13
Total
Price is £129.13
Until Thu, 12 Jun
Private Tour (up to 8)
  • Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes6h 30m
    6h 30m
  • English

Custom Tour, 4 - 10 mi: You pick the time and place! Looking for something even further off the beaten track? Ask about other trail options!

Language options: English
Price details
£166.03 x 1 Adult£166.03
Total
Price is £166.03
Until Thu, 12 Jun

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedSciency Nature Talks
  • What's includedWhat's includedBackpacking-style lunch of Jerkey, Nuts and Dried Fruits, and other yummy foods! We can accomodate for most food restrictions too.
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal Plant and Animal Identification
  • What's includedWhat's includedFreshly Filtered Snowmelt! - Its better tasting than bottled water!
  • What's includedWhat's includedPackraft Rentals (4 per group limited by FS)
  • What's includedWhat's includedThe unforgettable experience of floating on a calm alpine lake all to yourself!
  • What's includedWhat's includedBackpack Rentals
  • What's includedWhat's includedHilarious Guide Jokes
  • What's includedWhat's includedPlease bring your own bottle! We will provide water if you need it! We will also filter fresh snowmelt into any bottles!
  • What's includedWhat's includedWilderness First Responder and Leave No Trace Certified Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuide carries GPS Communicator, First Aid Kit
  • What's includedWhat's includedOther snacks included like fruit leather, various granola and protein bars, and chocolate! Ask about smoked mussels if you're a seafood fan!
  • What's includedWhat's includedHuckleberry Picking - Mid July to Sept
  • What's includedWhat's includedTrekking Pole Rentals
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedClothing / Hiking Clothing
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSun cream
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedHiking Shoes (closed toe shoes is a must!)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedRaincoat (always bring just in case of emergency)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFly Rod (rent one from a local outfitter or bring your own!)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSwimming Suit - Recommended for July - Aug
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport - Transport services are available! Please contact us to help you get a ride!
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedWarm Clothing if forecast is chilly - we have backups if you need!

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Service animals allowed
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Anyone in general good health can complete one of these trips. Please enquire before booking!
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

We are expanding in 2025! Please enquire if you see a date already booked and would like to book your own tour for that day! Embark on a 8 mile, (4 mile each way, 1000 ft of elevation gain) guided day hike up a glacially scoured canyon of the Bitterroot National Forest to a high elevation backcountry lake. At the lake, you'll paddle around in inflatable packrafts as you take in the incredible scenery. While you paddle, your guide will prepare a backpacker-style lunch of Pad Thai, Pasta Primavera, or Beef Stroganoff. Once you return to land, you'll learn a bit about learn about cooking in the backcountry without leaving a trace. Then, you'll pack up and head back to the trailhead the same way you hiked up. Packrafts, backpacks, trekking poles, bear spray, and safety equipment rentals are included in the price. One packraft setup (packraft, paddle, life jacket) for each adult or youth ticket. Your guide carries two packraft setups and the rest are carried by other adults. Shar Trail Mix, Beef and Vegan Jerky, and Lara Bars are given to you in your snack bag! Your guide will also carry a water filter, so you can sip on some crisp, cool mountain creek water during your breaks!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESFred Burr Reservoir
    • 59875, Ravalli County, Montana, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEFred Burr Trailhead
    • Fred Burr Road
    • 59875, Victor, Montana, United States

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