Clark Fork River

River · Missoula, Montana

Illustration of Clark Fork River

Overview

The Clark Fork River runs through downtown Missoula, with parks, trails and a river wave where people surf.

History

A dam just upstream was removed in 2008, part of a long cleanup of mining waste.

Today

Floating, fishing and surfing make the river busy in summer.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.