Flathead Lake

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Flathead Lake

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Vast clear lake with islands, stunning mountain views  

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Oct 9, 2025

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"Montana's largest freshwater lake and a wildlife stronghold where bighorn sheep, bald eagles, and wild horses roam islands; visitors can book equestrian adventures at Flathead Lake Lodge (lessons, trail rides, cookout rides), join guided fishing trips, or arrange multiday packhorse camping through other dude ranches in the valley." - Joe Yogerst Joe Yogerst Joe Yogerst is a writer, editor, and photographer with over three decades of experience covering travel. His articles have appeared in The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, and Time, and he has worked on more than 40 books for National Geographic. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Ayanna Rice

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I forgot how much costs to enter but I do know it wasn’t super expensive. I suggest bringing snacks and watch out for ants and other insects or animals. The water is super clear and the bottom is rocky. A good pair of swim shoes is much needed or your feel will hurt or you risk hurting yourself. But all in all a great spot to relax whether you’re in or out of the water. The views are simply amazing.

Dani MCDonald

Google
August 2022 went with the family to Flathead Lake in Polson Montana #flathead #lake #polson August 2022 Annabelle and I out on the boat at Flathead Lake with the family, then we took a break and went back out with those who wanted to go tubing and it was hot tamale! You can also see the Elmo Fire in the back. August 2022 went out on the boat with the family and went to look at rocks since you can see them through the clear Flathead waters. August 2022 on are last day at the Lake took the boys out to the lake in Polson Montana #flatheadlake

Al Costello

Google
Stayed here for a week and I absolutely loved it. This is one of the best lakes I’ve ever been to. We stayed in a lake home just outside Lakeside and it was great. The lake is relatively warm in the summer, (still pretty cold) and the scenery is amazing. The snow on the mountain tops never leaves even in the summer. You’ll love your stay here. Make sure to go to Wild Horse Island!

Katharina Rundmund

Google
This is one of the most beautiful places in the world. We wish we could have spend more time here. All of the people living in this area are lovely as well.

Christie Barker

Google
Beautiful and calm lake for kayaking. We enjoyed our trip to Bigfork MT. This lake has so much to offer. We only wished we rented jet skis for the day. Was chilly at the end of June but that didn’t stop us from taking a dip after kayaking.

Frankie Vasquez

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Long overdue post. But we stayed here in an airbnb on the lake the week of the 4th of July 2019. The water was crystal clear. It's absolutely an amazing getaway vacation spot!!!! The only thing I wish we would have done was rent a boat to further check out the lake or do a fishing tour. We have wanted to go back but continue to pick somewhere different every year. 1 day I wouldn't mind buying a house on or very near the lake!!!!

Terence Hill

Google
The area around this Lake is spectacular. The Sunset was amazing. Highway 35 is is a lot of Fun. There are a lot of Cherrie Orchards but I drove through when those where closed.

Gin Hellström

Google
It really is so clear here! Very peaceful and beautiful place to visit and even my small baby boy loved it here!