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Paradise Boating Site

Paradise Boating site is a developed boat launch and the main entry to Selway river. It is located approximately 1/2 mile from Paradise Campground.

Current Conditions
Closes by snow annually.

General Information

May 15th through July 31st - permitted season

Also available for use outside the permitted season of use.

No fees.

Contact Name: West Fork Ranger District

Contact Phone: 406-821-3269

West Fork Ranger District administrative office in the fall.

Address: 6735 West Fork Road Darby, MT 59829
Phone: 406-821-3269
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 45.86083333

Longitude: -114.7427778

Directions

From Darby, MT travel south 4.3 miles on Highway 93, turn south on the West Fork Road and procede for approximately 14.3 miles. Turn west on Forest Road 468, Nez Perce Road and travel for approximately 34.8 miles (Nez Perce Rd becomes Magruder Corridor.) At Magruder Crossing continue north on FS 6223. Follow 11.2 miles to the end and the boating site.

Parking

Parking area is used for off loading rafts and equipment.  Please keep trailhead clear for stock and foot traffic along the Selway River Trail.  No overnight parking allowed. Overnight parking is located east of the Paradise Campground.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated March 26th, 2025