Blackfoot River

Blackfoot River
10517 Montana 200
Potomac Montana 59823

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406-362-7000
lat: 46.8798345 long: -113.8526145

The Blackfoot River, sometimes called the Big Blackfoot River to distinguish it from the Little Blackfoot River, is renowned for its recreational opportunities, most notably fly fishing, but also rafting, canoeing, and inner tubing. The Blackfoot is a fast, cold river with many deep spots, making it prime habitat for several varieties of trout and is featured in the 1976 novella A River Runs Through It by Norman Maclean, as well as the 1992 film starring Brad Pitt, directed by Robert Redford.

There are many outfitters offering trips on the Blackfoot and Clark Fork:

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Nearby Attractions

Milltown State Park
Milltown State Park

7363 Juniper Dr, Missoula, MT 59802, USA
Distance: 2.09 mi (straight line)

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Outdoor Experiences

Rattlesnake National Recreation Area & Wilderness
Rattlesnake National Recreation Area & Wilderness

Rattlesnake National Recreation Area & Wilderness, Rattlesnake Dr, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.05 mi (straight line)

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Outdoor Experiences

Lewis and Clark Trail Adventures
Lewis and Clark Trail Adventures

Lewis & Clark Trail Adventures, East Broadway Street, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.14 mi (straight line)

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Outdoor Experiences Outfitters

M Trailhead
M Trailhead

32 Campus Drive, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.26 mi (straight line)

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Walks and Hikes

Kyiyo Celebration
Kyiyo Celebration

Adams Center, 32 Campus Drive, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.27 mi (straight line)

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Festivals and Events Tribal Experiences

Goldsmith’s Bed and Breakfast
Goldsmith’s Bed and Breakfast

Goldsmith's Airbnb, East Front Street, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.28 mi (straight line)

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Lodging

Montana Museum of Art and Culture
Montana Museum of Art and Culture

Montana Museum of Art & Culture, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.36 mi (straight line)

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Galleries and Venues Museums and Interpretive Centers

Wally and Buck
Wally and Buck

Wally and Buck, East Front Street, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.61 mi (straight line)

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Food and Drinks

Break Espresso
Break Espresso

432 North Higgins Avenue, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.63 mi (straight line)

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Coffee Houses

Conflux Brewing Company
Conflux Brewing Company

Conflux Taphouse, North Pattee Street, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.65 mi (straight line)

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Food and Drinks Breweries and Distilleries

Big Sky Breakout
Big Sky Breakout

307 N 2nd St W, Missoula, MT 59802, USA
Distance: 6.66 mi (straight line)

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Fun and Sports

The Dana Gallery
The Dana Gallery

246 N Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT 59802, USA
Distance: 6.70 mi (straight line)

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Galleries and Venues

Missoula, Montana
Missoula, Montana

Missoula, Montana
Distance: 6.70 mi (straight line)

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Cultural Districts

Radius Gallery
Radius Gallery

Radius Gallery, North Higgins Avenue, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.74 mi (straight line)

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Galleries and Venues

Clark Fork River Market
Clark Fork River Market

101 Carousel Dr, Missoula, MT 59802, USA
Distance: 6.90 mi (straight line)

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Food and Drinks Shopping

Missoula Carousel and Caras Park
Missoula Carousel and Caras Park

A Carousel for Missoula, Carousel Drive, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.90 mi (straight line)

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Outdoor Experiences Fun and Sports

Missoulian Angler Fly Shop
Missoulian Angler Fly Shop

The Missoulian Angler Fly Shop, South Higgins Avenue, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.90 mi (straight line)

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Outdoor Experiences Shopping Outfitters

The Roxy Theater
The Roxy Theater

The Roxy Theater, South Higgins Avenue, Missoula, MT, USA
Distance: 6.91 mi (straight line)

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Galleries and Venues

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