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Alpine Lake Float and Guided Hike in the Bitterroot Mountains

Alpine Lake Float and Guided Hike in the Bitterroot Mountains

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!)

City: Montana

Tue 03 Nov

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Starting at $170.00

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Tue 03 Nov

Starting at $170.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Sciency Nature Talks

Backpacking-style lunch of Jerkey, Nuts and Dried Fruits, and other yummy foods! We can accomodate for most food restrictions too.

Local Plant and Animal Identification

Freshly Filtered Snowmelt! - Its better tasting than bottled water!

Packraft Rentals (4 per group limited by FS)

The unforgettable experience of floating on a calm alpine lake all to yourself!

Backpack Rentals

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Anyone in general good health can complete one of these trips. Please inquire before booking!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (14)

ChloeAnnA90

Oct 2024

Our trip with Luke was something we will talk about and remember forever. From the planning phase and throughout the trip- Luke was so knowledgeable and a joy to be around. We had the BEST snacks (with added local whiskey 😋), he taught us all about the local area/wildlife and we felt totally safe and looked after for our overnight trip. Travelling from the UK, we really only had our clothing but Luke provided everything to a really good standard. We hiked, laughed, sang and danced, swam, floated and shared stories until the milkyway came out. Don't think twice if you're debating booking, just do it - I promise you won't regret it.

ryanbO1144NG

Aug 2024

Had a fantastic experience with tour guide Luke. Program was well communicated and well organized. Signed up for the packraft which is a unique element to get a chance to have a guided hike and float with all equipment provided. Luke was full of useful information and fun stories. His passion for tour guiding is evident in everything he did. Thanks!

R9055BSgregw

Aug 2024

If you think you've seen it all, think again. This hike in the Bitterroot Mountains isn't just another walk in the woods – it's a revelation. Your guide, Luke, isn't some cookie-cutter tour operator reciting facts from a laminated card. No, this guy knows his stuff. He'll school you on every plant, critter, and geological oddity you encounter, painting a picture of the Bitterroot's history that'll make you feel like you've time-traveled. The trail? It's a glacial masterpiece, carved by ice and time, leading you to a high-altitude lake that'll make you question why you ever thought city life was a good idea. And just when you think it can't get any better, out come the packrafts. You'll float on water so clear it's like someone spilled a piece of sky. But here's the kicker – Luke brews up some backcountry coffee or tea that'll put your fancy pour-over to shame. And he does it all without leaving so much as a fingerprint on this pristine wilderness. It's the kind of experience that reminds you why we bother to leave our comfort zones, why we seek out these pockets of untouched beauty. It's not easy, it's not luxurious, but damn if it isn't perfect.