Self-Guided Raft Rental on the Madison River
Set Your Own Pace on a Madison River Float
Duration
1.4–2.5 hours
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Gear, orientation, shuttle
Highlights
Explore the Madison River on a self-guided float with space and flexibility for your group. Bring the supplies that suit your day and add rentals for extra comfort.
- Set your own pace on an unguided river float
- Bring your own snacks, drinks, and personal supplies
- Add rental extras such as dry bags, towels, waterproof speakers, and cooler tubes with ice
- Prepare for a trip length that varies with water levels
Itinerary
Prior to Trip
- Make a reservation online or directly with the office
- Read your confirmation email to be prepared for your trip
- Call our office to ask any questions, change, update or cancel your reservation
- Payment will be ran on the card on file 24 hours before the trip - if this needs updated/split, please call the office
- Fill out the online waivers linked in your confirmation email (every participant needs to sign one)
For the Trip
- Show up at California Corner Parking Area on the Madison River with all your drinks, snacks, and personal items
- Complete check in
- Listen and understand the orientation and safety briefing
- Leave all non-necessary personal items in your vehicle
- Check in with the river crew to get your equipment
- Hit the water!
- We meet you at Black's Ford Takeout, collect your equipment, and we load up one driver per group to head back to California Corner to retrieve your vehicles
Allow about 3.5 hours from pulling into California Corner to pulling out heading on your way.
What's Included
- Raft and river gear
- Orientation and safety briefing
Important details
- Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure
- Complete a required waiver before participating
- Ages 13+ need a Montana Conservation License unless they hold a valid Montana hunting or fishing license
- At least one adult age 18+ must accompany children under 14
- Requires basic mobility, reasonable physical condition, and the ability to follow directions
- Pregnant women are not permitted on trips
- Wear secure shoes that stay on your feet; flip-flops are not permitted
- Leave glass containers at home
- Last shuttle leaves the river at 4 PM
- Expect a $100 charge, not included in the listed price, if you are over 30 minutes late to the launch or takeout
Cancellation Policy
Cancel 48+ hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations 24–48 hours before departure are charged 50%; within 24 hours and no-shows are charged 100%. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
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FAQs
Wear a swimsuit or clothes you do not mind getting wet, plus shoes that stay on your feet. Bring sunscreen, water, a towel or dry change of clothes, snacks and drinks, sunglasses or a hat, and a waterproof case for your phone and belongings.
