We may not have ocean beaches here in Montana, but we have something even better: the legendary Flathead Lake. The clarity of this massive lake’s water is world-renowned, a trait we attribute to its low nutrient levels (phosphorus and nitrogen), which leads to a lack of algae. Whatever the reason, the lake is amazing, and you can enjoy it to the fullest at Flathead Lake State Park.
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It’s actually divided into smaller state parks, like Big Arm and Wayfarers. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks maintains 13 public access sites around the lake.
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