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Canoeing the River
Canoeing the River
© Vertical Media There's no better way to cool off on a hot summer day than to enjoy one of West Yellowstone's many rivers or lake.  Whether you'd rather take an exciting whitewater trip down the Gallatin River canyon or a relaxing afternoon canoe ride on Yellowstone Lake, you're bound to enjoy yourself.  There are a variety of water sports available in the West Yellowstone vicinity including, whitewater rafting, scenic float trips, kayaking, and canoeing. more info

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Early Season rates for boat rentals on Hebgen lake
Kirkwood Resort, located on Hebgen Lake in West Yellowstone, has low-rates on lodging, boating and marina services in May and June (before the rush). Book online and save!
view site : map : call us (406) 646-7200
Wilderness Edge - Boat & Canoe Rentals
Located at Wade Lake, just off the continental divide near West Yellowstone-MT, you can rent motorized boats and canoes for families and groups, and get cabin rentals from us.
view site : map : call us (877) 753-2535
Geyser Rafting - #1 in Big Sky Montana - We are celebrating our 14th year of rafting excellence on the Gallatin River. Rafting adventurers of all ages will never forget their trip down the Gallatin. This is Montana's best river trip and Geyser Whitewater offers whitewater and scenic raft trips that will be the highlight of your vacation.

Gallatin River
The Gallatin River runs north out of Yellowstone National Park through a deep canyon.  The river is narrow and swift in the early summer and has rapids ranging from class I to class IV.

Yellowstone River
The Yellowstone River flows north out of Yellowstone National Park, through the town of Gardiner, MT (32 miles from West Yellowstone).  The majority of the river is flat, but there are class I to class III rapids near Gardiner.

Madison River
The Madison River runs west out of Yellowstone National Park, flowing just north of West Yellowstone.  It then flows through Hebgen Lake and shortly after Earthquake Lake, before turning north through a deep canyon.  There are class I to class IV rapids on the Madison.

Boating in Yellowstone
A permit is required for all vessels including float tubes (permits can be purchased at various locations throughout the park).  A Coast Guard approved wearable personal flotation device is required for each person boating.

All vessels are prohibited on park rivers and streams except the channel between Lewis and Shoshone Lakes, where only hand-propelled vessels are permitted.

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Snake River Rafting
Snake River rafting and Grand Teton scenic float trips.