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14-Foot Raft Rental with Glacier Hikes & Bikes near Glacier National Park
Self-Guided

14-Foot Raft Rental

Our biggest rental: a 14-foot paddle raft that fits up to 8 people with gear, inflated and rigged for the North Fork or Middle Fork Flathead, with paddles and life vests.

Price
Contact to Book
Style
Self-Guided
Pickup
Columbia Falls shop
Group Size
Up to 8 people with gear
Pickup
Our shop in Columbia Falls

Float the North Fork Flathead with the whole crew in our biggest rental, a 14-foot paddle raft that fits up to 8 people with gear and comes inflated, rigged and ready to launch.

Built for river groups, families, and multi-day floats on the North Fork Flathead or Middle Fork. For multi-day trips with overnight gear, 5 to 6 paddlers is the sweet spot.

Rates

1 to 2 days
$165 per day
3 or more days
$130 per day
Trailer add-on
$40 per day (towing-ready, easy to launch)

Where to Float

North Fork Flathead River (35 minute drive): a Class I to II wilderness float, best from June through September, with multi-hour to multi-day options depending on your put-in. The North Fork has Class II rapids in places; if you are new to moving water, ask us at pickup which sections to stick to.

Middle Fork Flathead (45 minute drive): bigger water and more current, with several commercial put-ins. Best for the 14-foot raft with a group.

Before You Launch

For the raft on moving water, at least one person in your group should have river paddling experience. We match the rental to your skill level at pickup. Personal flotation devices are required by Montana law for everyone on the water, and we provide them. Even in July, glacier-fed water is 50 degrees or colder: dress for a swim, not for the shore. Weather changes fast, so we check the forecast with you at pickup. On a full boat, designate one strong paddler as captain and one as rear safety.

Smaller Boats

For one or two people, or a lake you have to hike to, see the packraft. For a calm lake day, a paddleboard.

What's Included

  • 14-foot frameless paddle raft
  • Paddles
  • Personal flotation devices

Not Included

  • Trailer (add-on)
  • Shuttle

Good to Know

How do I book this?
Use the Contact button to send your dates and how many are in your group, and we confirm by email. You can also call the shop.
How many people fit?
Up to 8 people with gear. For multi-day trips with overnight gear, 5 to 6 paddlers is the sweet spot.
Do we need river experience?
For the raft on the North Fork or any moving water, at least one person in your group should have river paddling experience. We match the rental to your skill level at pickup and steer you away from anything sketchy.
Where should we float?
The North Fork Flathead, a Class I to II wilderness float best from June through September with multi-hour to multi-day options, or the Middle Fork, bigger water with more current and several commercial put-ins.
Is the raft ready to go?
Yes. It comes inflated, rigged and ready to launch when you pick it up, with paddles and personal flotation devices. A towing-ready trailer is an add-on.
Any tips for a full boat?
Designate one strong paddler as captain and one as rear safety. Eight people in a raft is fun, but coordination matters.

From Recent Guests

5.0 from 247 Google Reviews

“Brandon and Kate and amazing people! We rented e-bikes from them one day and they shuttled it into the park for us! We loved the experience a lot! The bikes seem to be in new condition and had good power. Kate also gave us great recommendations for things to make our trip more memorable. We also ended up renting pack rafts from them the next day”

Ali HussainMay 2026

“What a spectacular outing! Floating on the lake was amazing and the hike to and from the lake was full of beautiful landscapes. Brandon was an excellent guide. I highly recommend this tour.”

Catherine HinckleyAugust 2025

“Brandon was great! He was super accommodating and tailored our trip to our needs as the hike progressed. Loved floating on Doris Lake and hiking up Doris Mountain. The views were spectacular! Thank you Brandon”

Sonny LeeJuly 2024

Where to Pick Up

7309 Hwy 2 E, Columbia Falls, MT 59912

A raft on clear green water seen from above

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