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Ford River Access Boating Site

River access site located on the Wild and Scenic North Fork of the Flathead River.  The site has designated parking, a vault toilet, and has a slide to launch and retrieve water craft.

Current Conditions
For condition information call Hungry Horse-Glacier View RD, 406-387-3800.

General Information

Day use only: open sunrise to sunset

Solid human waste containment is required in the Wild and Scenic Corridor.  Stay limit is 14 days.  Motorized travel is restricted to designated roads, trails, and areas.  Please see the North Fork River Rules and Regulations. 

No fees are required for this site

Permitted river outfitters guides are available; please contact the district for more information.

Hungry Horse-Glacier View Ranger Station office

Address: 10 Hungry Horse Drive 10 Hungry Horse Drive, MT 59919
Phone: (406) 387-3800
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 48.87469672

Longitude: -114.3739224

Directions

Approximately 45 miles up the North Fork County Road 486.  To find the North Fork Road take Nucleus Avenue north through Columbia Falls, turn east on Railroad Street at the stop sign, this becomes the North  Fork Road as it travels over the railroad overpass. 

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 10th, 2025