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This Nighttime River Float Under A Canopy Of Stars Belongs On Your Montana Bucket List

Published Jun 7, 2024

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Megan Todaro

Can you imagine an overnight rafting trip in Montana that not only allows you to paddle some seriously clear water but also spend the night enjoying the clear star-filled skies? Sounds like heaven on earth to me. Courtesy of Glacier Guides and Montana Raft Co., guests will be able to experience the Glacier National Park Star Party Float taking place August 10th-11th, 2024. Get ready for a Montana bucket list adventure you won’t forget.

When you sign up for the Glacier National Park Star Party Float this August, you’ll be in for a real treat on both land and in the water.

A group of people in blue rafts paddling on a sparkling river surrounded by rocky cliffs and greenery.
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Your professional guide will take you on inflatable kayaks, also known as duckies, down the North Fork of the Flathead River.

Four people in a blue raft paddle down a river surrounded by trees and rocky banks on a sunny day.
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Spending the night in Polebridge, you’ll have the chance to enjoy a relaxed evening on the river banks, preparing for the night’s activities.

A serene campsite by a river, featuring several tents surrounded by trees and sunlight filtering through the leaves.
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Celebrating the Glacier’s starry skies, guests will be all set up to watch the Perseids, which typically peak between August 9-13. This impressive annual star show can offer up to 60-100 shooting stars every hour!

A starry night sky with the Milky Way over a mountain landscape, featuring snow and trees in the foreground.
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The rafting event is launching at the height of the meteor shower, so prepare for an experience that doesn’t happen too often.

A serene river scene at sunset, with rafts on the shore and vibrant orange clouds above a forested landscape.
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For these scenic floats, guests are provided with a list of packing options, which range from quick dry shorts to an insulated jacket and many more. You can find the entire overnight packing guide here.

A vibrant campfire burns among tall trees, with a serene lake and mountains in the background under a colorful sky.
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Not only will guests be able to watch the meteor shower on the border of an International Dark Sky Park, but they’ll also have a rafting adventure unlike any other.

A stunning night sky filled with stars and the Milky Way, reflecting on a calm lake surrounded by mountains and trees.
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What do you think of this overnight rafting trip in Montana? Is this something you would love to check off your bucket list? Sound off in the comments section! You can also learn more about the overnight trip, as well as how to register, by visiting the Glacier Guides and Montana Raft Co. Facebook Page.

Meanwhile, do you want to learn more about Glacier National Park? You're in luck because it is called the Crown Jewel of the Continent for a reason.

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