South Fork Flathead River, Mountain brook in Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, Montana, United States
The South Fork Flathead River extends 98 miles through Montana, flowing from its origin at the confluence of Danaher Creek and Youngs Creek.
Native American tribes established settlements along the river banks, utilizing its waters for sustenance and transportation before European colonization reached the region.
The designation as a National Wild and Scenic River in 1976 reflects the commitment to preserve natural waterways within the American conservation system.
Visitors need wilderness permits and should pack essential camping gear, as reaching the river requires extensive hiking or horseback riding through mountain trails.
The river maintains a population of pure-strain cutthroat trout due to its isolation and strict fishing regulations limiting catches to three fish under 12 inches.
GPS coordinates: 47.94052,-113.55223
Latest update: October 29, 2025 18:35
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