These Missoula rafting tours feature the most unique raft in Montana, local drink options, canopy shade, and are a fully guided raft float either through downtown or along the scenic Clark Fork Valley watershed with river pub wood bar style seating!
There are two locations to choose from: Downtown or just west of town 30 minutes in the Clark Fork Valley!
Boat reservations are by person or by private boat. *4 person minimum to secure trip departure – we will work to combine folks as needed and can upcharge a small group in order to meet our minimum.
Each trip includes: Drink and snack trays, transportation to/from river depending on meeting point, life jacket, guide, windbreaker for weather as needed, water, cooler, private parking at Adventure Missoula shop on the Clark Fork River Valley Private Scenic Floats.
These Missoula rafting tours feature scenic, flat-water with some ripples. They are hosted on the Blackfoot and Clark Fork rivers operating every day of the week. We run a morning coffee float from 8:30, afternoon float (12pm) and evening floats (4:30) for up to 50 passengers with options to add regular rafts as well. Every trip includes three drinks for each guest. Non alcoholic options can also be chosen during the reservation and waiver process. Local ice cream add-on order available! We will always bring water!
Capacity: Have a large group or need a unique venue for your business meeting? We have room for up to 50 canopy boat seats and 70 non-canopy regular raft seats for your large group outing! Please reserve ahead! We have one 8 person boat, 3 10 person boats, and a 12 person boat! Boats can accommodate bow seating for extra passengers and capacity is dependent on person size.
Check out more information: Missoula Rafting Tours: Brew Floats
How it works:
- Place your reservation request using the book now buttons and fill out waivers after you receive your confirmation.
- We will apply a guide to your trip and send you your confirmation email. Life jacket sizes and drink choices are within each person’s waiver that you can forward to people in your party!
- Meet us on time for your trip! We will have your drink choices and have packed the cooler with snacks and water for everyone!
- Pile in the van and drive 15 minutes to put-in.
- River safety talk! Life jackets! Put in!
- Your guide will row you down the river while you drink beer, soft drinks, or coffee, and eat snacks or pastries for approximately 2.5 -3 hours, depending on water flow. Plan on a 4 hour endeavor depending on water flow, location, launch traffic, and time of year. These are scenic flat-water with light splashy sections.
- We’ll drop you off right where we picked you up. Don’t forget cash to tip your guide!
Downtown Missoula River City Brews Canopy Tour
(McCormick Park in Downtown Missoula)
- Trips depart daily: 8:30am, 12pm, 4:30pm
- 3 canned drinks included per guest
- Meat, cheese, + veggies or pastries and fruit
- Local ice cream add-on order available
- $105/person
- Option for private 12 person boat $1260, 10 person boat $1050, or 8 person boat $840 *Boats can accommodate bow seating for extra passengers and capacity is dependent on person size. We have one 8 person boat, 3 10 person boats, and a 12 person boat! Room for 50 people if you have a large group!
Our flat water canopy covered downtown Missoula rafting tours are offered May through October. Evening and afternoon trip options include a light spread: crackers, meat, cheeses, and veggies or pastries and fruit for the morning. Every trip includes three drinks of choice for each guest: Coffee, Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks, or Lemonade. Book by boat or by person!
Meet at McCormick Park. Your guide will row you down the Clark Fork River while you enjoy drinks, socializing, and eat snacks for approx. 2.5-3 hours. Plan for about 4 hours with meeting up, shuttle, safety talk, and loading/unloading. These are scenic flat-water sections (no whitewater, but a few splashes).
Downtown Trip float starts in East Missoula at Sha-Ron river access or at Weigh Station on the Blackfoot River. Boat flows through the confluence of the Blackfoot & the Clark Fork River through Hellgate Canyon. Trip meanders by the University of Montana and through Brennan’s wave area downtown by Cara’s Park. River trip ends at McCormick Park downtown Missoula.
Meeting Point for trip: McCormick Park (Take Out location)
Meeting point/pick up can also be prearranged with customers for whole boat reservations.
Clark Fork Valley Scenic Private Canopy Boat Tour
(Adventure Missoula: 39 Juniper Lane, Alberton MT – 30 Minutes West of Missoula)
- Trips depart daily on a customized schedule – let us know if you need a special time!
- Private Parking as needed for your vehicle at our shop, gift shop, changing rooms, and bathrooms!
- 3 drinks included per guest
- Meat, cheese, + veggies or pastries and fruit
- Local ice cream add-on order available
- Option for private 12 person boat $1260, 10 person boat $1050, or 8 person boat $840 *Boats can accommodate bow seating for extra passengers and capacity is dependent on person size.
This company favorite, Clark Fork Valley Canopy Tour is offered May through October. Morning and afternoon/evening trip options include a light spread: crackers, meat, cheeses, and veggies or pastries for the morning. Every trip includes three drinks of choice for each guest: Coffee, Beer, or Lemonade. Reserved by private 8 or 12 person boat.
Your guide will row you down this majestic stretch of the Clark Fork River while you enjoy drinks, socializing, and eat snacks for approx. 2.5-3 hours, depending on water flow and group. Plan for about 4 hours with shuttle, safety talk, loading and unloading. This scenic section of river features some light splashes and a more natural and open view of the Lolo National Forest and vistas of the Clark Fork River watershed.
Trip begins with check-in at our Adventure Missoula headquarters on the river where there is ample parking. Trip runs from Petty Creek Fishing Access through Natural Pier and Alberton area and takes out at St. Johns Fishing Access. Although these floats are private for your group, shuttles post trip are sometimes shared with another boat for return to our shop due to take out logistics and heavy boat handling.
Meeting Point for trip: Adventure Missoula Headquarters located 30 minutes west of Missoula, just off I-90 at Cyr Recreation Area. 39 Juniper Lane, Alberton MT 59820 Meeting point/pick up can also be prearranged with customers at ranches, wedding venues, etc.
Missoula Rafting Tours FAQs
Can kids come?
Absolutely! We suggest ages 8+ for our merged downtown trips and love having kids along on the trip. Make sure you let us know their weights in the waiver so we can make sure we have the appropriate life jackets. We will pack root beer, lemonade, and water as their options in the cooler. If you have younger kids we recommend a private trip for your family.
Are life jackets provided?
Yes. Type III life jackets are provided and mandatory for the duration of the trip. Think of it as a seat belt when you drive across town.
What should I wear?
Your feet will get wet so sandals are best. Dress appropriately for the day’s weather. In spring, bring a jacket! Bring sunscreen.
Can we bring our own drinks?
Nope! We will provide you with the drinks you chose during checkout as well as water and cups. These are the only alcoholic beverages we allow on the boat.
Is this going to be super fun for me?
You betcha.
These River City Brews Missoula rafting tours are permitted to operate on the Blackfoot and Clark Fork rivers under state permits.
For questions and large groups please email or call us!
