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We'll journey 47 miles over three days, visit several landmarks and learn about the history and natural environment. Our guides are fun-loving, experienced outdoor enthusiasts and knowledgeable historical interpreters. The Upper Missouri is rich with Native American history, early pioneer and homestead history. This river was the major waterway for western expansion until the coming of the railroad. Fort Benton was the farthest point up the Missouri steamships could travel. On the river, you will have the opportunity to canoe next to vertical sandstone cliffs and see Montana's abundant wildlife. The weather worn sandstone and intrusive igneous rock formations make for spectacular scenery and hiking.
Our first night's camp, Eagle Creek, was a Lewis & Clark encampment May 31, 1805. The shade of old Cottonwoods is the perfect place to read from the journals, enjoy a cold beverage and watch the sun set on the cliffs across the river. Day two we stop for lunch and a hike to the Hole in the Wall rock formation. From there we paddle to Slaughter River Camp (Lewis and Clark encampment of May 29, 1805 and July 29, 1806) Day three we paddle from Slaughter River to the take-out, Judith Landing, a historical river crossing and near Lewis and Clark's encampment of May 28, 1805. From Judith Landing your trip can continue for 3 more days into a less traveled area of the Missouri. Here, the canyon deepens with greater grandeur and camping is more primitive. Upon entering the Charles M. Russell wildlife refuge, you will see the Missouri River that Lewis & Clark saw, riparian environments rich with vegetation and wildlife like elk and bighorn sheep.
2006 Schedule:
Missouri River trips depart on Sunday in June - August, which coincide with Thursday Lolo Trail (Mid-July-Aug) departures. We can make exceptions to the schedule depending on reservations, group size or custom tour options.
Group rates-Custom Tours:
Groups of 7 or more are eligible for group rates. Custom trips are available for groups of 10 or more. Rates depend on group size and custom tour options.
- Prices do not include Idaho Sales tax (Lolo Trail only);
- Most of our trips during July and August are 3-day trips. A 6-day would simply continue on from a 3-day;
- A 3-day trip from Judith Landing to James Kipp is possible, please call us to discuss in more detail.
Trip Provisions:
- 3 days of guided canoeing and camping with historical interpretations;
- 17' Mad River canoes for 2 people and personal gear;
- Camping equipment-2 person Eureka tents, self-inflating Paco sleeping pads, camp chair and coffee mug;
- River equipment-PFD, paddle and 24"x40" dry bag for sleeping bag, clothing and personal items;
- Transportation to and from Fort Benton;
- All meals starting with day-1 lunch and ending with day-3 lunch;
- See recommended gear list for what to bring.
Getting there & away:
Flying - The closest major airport is Great Falls, MT. If you fly you'll need to get to Fort Benton. Pioneer Lodge does Great Falls Airport to Fort Benton shuttles. Time-saver option is to fly into Great Falls and out of Missoula, renting a car in Great Falls and drop off in Missoula. Costs a bit more, but saves time.
We recommend traveling east to west. After your Missouri River trip make your way west to Missoula and join a 1, 2, or 3 Day trip on the Lolo Trail. The Missouri River and Lolo Trail are the most pristine and diverse areas of the Lewis & Clark Trail, located only 4 hours apart.
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