Camp · Swim & Beach · View
Finley Point State Park
A small lakeside campground on the east bay of Flathead Lake, six miles northeast of Polson. Boat launch, picnic area, and one…
Adventure · Feature
Summer only
7 places in this feature. All entries link to authoritative sources; verify current conditions before going.
Fish · Paddle
Lower Flathead River Fishing Access
The Flathead River exits Flathead Lake at Polson and runs south toward the Clark Fork. Public fishing access in several places along…
Fish · Hike · Paddle · View
McDonald Lake (Mission Mountains)
A glacier-carved lake in the Mission Mountains east of Ronan, on CSKT land. Permit required.
Hike · View
Mission Falls Trail
A trail east of St. Ignatius into the Mission Mountains tribal wilderness, leading to Mission Falls. On CSKT land; tribal recreation permit…
Fish · Hike · Paddle · View
Saint Mary Lake (Mission Mountains)
A lake in the Mission Mountains tribal wilderness east of St. Ignatius. CSKT-administered; tribal recreation permit required.
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Hike · View · Wildlife
Wild Horse Island State Park
The largest island on Flathead Lake. Bighorn sheep, wild horses, bald eagles, rough trails to a summit. Boat or shuttle access only.
Camp · Swim & Beach · View
Yellow Bay State Park
A small east-shore state park with a sand-and-gravel beach, summer camping, and the cherry orchard backdrop. About 15 miles north of Polson…