Bird Watching
Clark Fork River

Leave Boring Behind!
Bird Watching

April-September, 2008

Birding Like You've Never Done Before!
The Clark Fork River is famous for the whitewater on the Alberton Gorge, but little is mentioned about the awe inspiring Tarkio Canyon just a few miles down-river from the Alberton Gorge.

Drift and Bird
Drift in the deep cool eddies inside our dry, steady rafts as you spot for birds in rich and varying habitat along the banks. Our trips start early, 7:30 am, so dress warm and eat a good breakfast as we take our time drifting down the Clark Fork River.

Perfect
Birding from a raft is one of the most ideal ways to bird. You can cover a lot of ground while moving almost unnoticeably between constantly changing habitat.

You will be provided a life jacket and lunch, you bring warm clothes, binoculars, field guides and provide everything else. Your guide rows, pulling over as much as you want while you bird from the raft.

 

Your Money Back, 100% Satisfaction Guarantee!
You have nothing to lose when you raft with Pangaea. Pangaea guarantees your rafting trip 100% or your money back. No other company in the area guarantees your fun but Pangaea River Rafting. Your vacation time is precious, don't risk it to shave a few dollars. Check below for discounts.

"World Famous" Guides! 
Your guide is equal parts river expert, comedian, historian and group leader. He or she will show you the secrets of the river, those special places that the other guides don't know. Your trip will end with big smiles, big hugs and big fun!  Highly trained and extremely fun!  To meet your guides follow this link: Meet Your Guides.  Or call now to find out why Pangaea River Rafting's guides are world famous! 406-239-2392.

Trips often fill up. Don’t be disappointed, call or email right now to make sure you don’t “miss the boat.”

"Your FUN is 100% Guaranteed or we’ll refund your money and give you a free Tee shirt!”

SAVE BIG!!! $35 to $115 depending on the size of your group if you call soon! 1-877-239-2392

Hours of Operation
Open 7 Days a Week! 8 am to 8 pm Everyday!!!

Cost

$69 per Adult (eighteen and over)

$59 per Child (seventeen and younge

Private Upgrade (Your own boat and private guide) additional $15 per person

Discounts!

10% OFF: six to twelve people (save up to $8.00 per person!)

15% OFF: thirteen to eighteen people (save up to $12.00 per person!)

20% OFF: nineteen or more people (save up to $16.00 per person!)

Meet Time

7:30 am at the T.J. Meenoch Bridge (click here for a map and directions).

End Time

10:30 pm (approximately) at the Pangaea Ranch (click here for a map and directions)

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel or change your reservation two weeks before your trip. Within two weeks you are responsible for 100% of the total cost. We raft rain or shine.

Lunch is provided

But please eat a good breakfast before before the trip.

Baked red potatoes
Mixed salad greens
Sun dried tomatoes
Artichoke hearts
Real bacon bits
Freshly shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonal melon
Homemade dessert
Grilled boneless chicken breasts flame-seared just before you arrive

What to bring

Shoes or sandals that can get wet and stay on (no flip-flops)
Sun block
Hat
Sunglasses
Raincoat/windbreaker
Binoculars
Snacks
Birding Book

Directions click here for a map.

Directions From Spokane, Washington or Coeur d' Alene, Idaho

From Spokane it's an easy 2.5 hrs, 70% of our customers come from Spokane! From Coeur d' Alene it's a quick 2 hrs, along I-90!  Enjoy Idaho, discover Montana!

1. GPS Coordinates 47° 3'1.15"N / 114°41'52.03"W
2. I-90 east into Montana 
3. Take Exit #61 Tarkio (61 miles into Montana pass Superior)
4. Left off exit
5. Drive 3/4 mile and make first right on pavement beside the "Fold of the Messiah" sign onto S. Fork Nemote Creek Rd
6. Drive 2.5 miles to the end of the road, ranch is on the right.
   
   DON'T FORGET THE TIME CHANGE BETWEEN WASHINGTON/IDAHO AND MONTANA!

Directions From Missoula, Montana

From Missoula, it's a 45 minutes from downtown Missoula.

GPS Coordinates 47° 3'1.15"N / 114°41'52.03"W

1. I-90 west to Superior
2. Take Exit #61 Tarkio (after the Alberton exit)
3. Right off exit
4. Drive 3/4 mile and make first right on pavement beside the "Fold of the Messiah" sign onto S. Fork Nemote Creek Rd
5. Drive 2.5 miles to the end of the road, ranch is on the right before gravel

Accommodations

Montana – Camping

• Big Pine Campground: our favorite campground, free, no water, pit toilets, beside the beautiful, crystal clear Fish Creek, no reservations. http://fwp.mt.gov/lands/site_280533.aspx
  
  
• Trout Creek Campground: more facilities, beautiful, managed by Forest Service, reservations accepted. http://www.hikercentral.com/campgrounds/117135.html
  
  
• The River Edge Resort: You can book accommodations in one of 10 theme decorated rooms in our motel, or if you love to camp reserve your spot in our RV Park/Campground. Enjoy your meals in our Steakhouse with an exceptional view of the breathtaking scenery and Clark Fork River. (406) 722-3375 http://www.riveredge.cc/

Montana - Hotels

• The Ghost Rails B&B: 30 Minutes West of Missoula, Montana in Alberton, Montana 406-722-4990 / 888-271-9317. Serves breakfast, very clean and nice. http://www.ghostrailsinn.com/
  
  
• Quinn’s Hot Spring Resort: hot springs, a great restaurant, beautifully situated on the Clark Fork River. (888) 646-9287 (406) 826-3150 190 Quinn's Canyon Road Route 135, Paradise, Montana 59856 http://www.quinnshotsprings.com/site/index.php
  
  
• The River Edge Resort: You can book accommodations in one of 10 theme decorated rooms in our motel, or if you love to camp reserve your spot in our RV Park/Campground. Enjoy your meals in our Steakhouse with an exceptional view of the breathtaking scenery and Clark Fork River. http://www.riveredge.cc/

Spokane – Camping

• Riverside State Park: our favorite campground in Spokane with full amenities and RV hook-ups. 1-888-226-7688 http://www.parks.wa.gov/

Spokane - Hotels

• Peppertree Hotel: http://www.peppertreespokane.com
  3711 S Geiger Blvd / Spokane, WA 99224 / (509) 624-4655
  
  
• Davenport Hotel: http://www.thedavenporthotel.com
  10 South Post Street / Spokane, WA 99201-3903 (800) 899-1482
  
  
• Holiday Inn Downtown Hotel: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com
  801 N Division St / Spokane, WA 99202 / (509) 325-9842
  
  
• The Madison Inn: http://www.riverstone-inns.com/
  by Riverstone Inns 15 West Rockwood Blvd Spokane, WA  99204

Helpful Clark Fork River Links

River Flows
Clark Fork River Flows click here

River Map
Clark Fork River Map please click here

River Regulations
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks River Recreation Information please click here

Missoula, Montana Interactive City Map
Interactive City Map of Missoula, Montana
Missoula Discovery Map please click here

Interactive City Map of Spokane, Washington
Spokane CVB Interactive City Map please click here

Missoula, Montana City Map
Missoula City Map

Missoula, Montana Activities and Things to Do
Missoula Activities & Things to Do

Missoula, Montana History
Missoula History

 

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