Prettiest Lake in Montana

Montana is full of beautiful, pristine lakes and rivers. Some lakes attract more attention than others, and one of them was just named the prettiest in the entire state.

Popular Lake in Montana Named the Prettiest in the State

Summer is an excellent time for exploring, and there's no shortage of things to explore in Montana. Every year, thousands of people travel to Montana to witness its splendor and unparalleled beauty.

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If you're wondering what lake in Montana is the prettiest, Reader's Digest just released a list of the prettiest lakes in every state. Not to brag or anything, but the prettiest lake in Montana is much prettier than any of the other lakes on the list.

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Flathead Lake is the prettiest lake in Montana, and is a popular spot for swimming, boating, and more during the summer in Montana. If you like to fish, it's also a great place to catch giant Mackinaw.

With almost 200 miles of shoreline and a whopping 126,000 acres of surface area, this gorgeous watering hole deserves some attention. The Flathead National Forest hugs the lake’s northwestern shore, and swimming, boating, fishing, sailing, kayaking, camping, and waterskiing are great ways to spend a day on the lake.

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Flathead Lake is arguably one of the most photographed lakes in the world, and is the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi in the lower 48 states. With a maximum depth of slightly over 370 feet, Flathead Lake was named the prettiest lake in Montana.

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If you get the chance, rent a pair of jet skis. It's a thrilling way to experience the beauty of Flathead Lake. You can also go kayaking, water skiing, swimming, and more.

If you want to see Montana's prettiest lake, plan a trip to Flathead Lake.

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