Glacier Raft Company
Glacier Raft Company
Glacier Raft Company has been running trips on the Middle Fork since 1976, making it Montana's longest-running rafting outfitter. Rides are Class II-III with rapids named Jaws and Bone Crusher, and trip lengths range from 2-3.5 hours for half-day to 5-6 hours for full-day, with scenic floats available. Participants must be at least 5 years old and may face weight restrictions on certain trips; gear is provided and a shuttle gets you to the river from West Glacier. Book ahead; cancellations wi...
Established in 1976; Montana’s rafting lineage with a strong safety record on the Middle Fork
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2-3.5 hours on river (half-day), 5-6 hours total (full…
- From price
- $76
- Group style
- Rafts seat six to ten paddlers plus a guide; typical groups of 6–8 mentioned in reviews
- Difficulty
- Class II-III
- Cancellation
- Daily trips: 24-hour cancellation for a full refund; cancellations wi…
- Meeting point
- Glacier Raft Company office, West Glacier Village, 106 Going-to-the-Sun Road; first…
✓ Book this if…
- You want family-friendly whitewater on a Wild and Scenic river with gear included and a West Glacier meeting point.
× Skip it if…
- You need ultra-flexible last-minute plans or budget-only options; advance planning and typical peak-season rates apply.
- Pregnancy considered; consult with company/physician if medical conditions could endanger
Before you book
Do I need rafting experience or can a complete beginner do this trip?
No experience is required; most trips include some paddling and active participation is expected. Ages 5+ are eligible, but check river conditions for younger participants.
Is the price worth it compared to renting gear myself?
Most trips include PFDs, paddles, and transport to the river, plus on full-day trips lunch. When you tally gear rental, shuttle, and guidance, the bundled cost is competitive with self-guided gear rentals.
What if I need to cancel due to weather—do I get a refund?
Yes, daily trips offer a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance; cancellations inside 24 hours are non-refundable. Weather-related cancellations may be rescheduled within the season if possible.
Can my 8-year-old keep up on the river?
Minimum ages vary by river conditions, but generally 5+ years can participate with weight checks; some trips require older children or weight minimums (e.g., 50 lbs for certain trips).
Do the guides really know where the fish are, or is it luck?
Glacier Raft Company offers fly fishing trips in addition to rafting; fishing trips are guided with targeted spots, not left to luck.
