For an unforgettable adventure in Montana, head to the largest natural freshwater lake in the west: Flathead Lake. With a seemingly endless list of things to do here, outdoor enthusiasts will be overjoyed when visiting this pristine lake. Add it to your bucket list and check it out!
The largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi and in the lower 48 states is Montana’s own Flathead Lake.
Mark Gibson/Corbis Documentary via Getty Images Located in northwest Montana, this lake has over 200 square miles of water and 185 miles of shoreline. So there are so many adventures to be had at the stunning Flathead Lake.
The southern half of the lake lies within the boundary of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Flathead Reservation.
Jacky Jourdren/500px via Getty Images As a result, do note that recreationists must purchase a tribal recreation permit.
What kind of recreation occurs at Flathead Lake? Almost every type of recreation possible!
Feng Wei Photography/Moment Open via Getty Images You can sail, power boat, waterski, swim, fish, picnic, and camp. There are 13 public access sites around the lake.
Fishermen rejoice! The lake is home to a number of native and non-native species of fish.
Kayla Goss/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images There is a semi-annual “Mack Days” Lake Trout fishing contest, in order to reduce the non-native Mackinaw Trout.
For those of you who love fresh fruit, you must visit in the summer when roadside stands pop up along the east shore.
Chuck Haney / Design Pics via Getty Images There you will find locally grown cherries, apples, plums, and other delicious fruits.
For some great views of Flathead Lake, be sure to hit the hiking trails. Try Swan River Trail, Flathead Lake Trail, or Bear Dance Trail.
chuckcollier/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images Flathead Lake is truly an adventurer’s paradise, so be sure to put it on your must-visit list.
Learn more about Flathead Lake, and then start planning your unforgettable adventure in Montana.
Mark Gibson/Corbis Documentary via Getty Images
Located in northwest Montana, this lake has over 200 square miles of water and 185 miles of shoreline. So there are so many adventures to be had at the stunning Flathead Lake.
Jacky Jourdren/500px via Getty Images
As a result, do note that recreationists must purchase a tribal recreation permit.
Feng Wei Photography/Moment Open via Getty Images
You can sail, power boat, waterski, swim, fish, picnic, and camp. There are 13 public access sites around the lake.
Kayla Goss/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images
There is a semi-annual “Mack Days” Lake Trout fishing contest, in order to reduce the non-native Mackinaw Trout.
Chuck Haney / Design Pics via Getty Images
There you will find locally grown cherries, apples, plums, and other delicious fruits.
chuckcollier/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images
Flathead Lake is truly an adventurer’s paradise, so be sure to put it on your must-visit list.
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Address: Flathead Lake, Montana, USA
