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5 Great Montana Lakes The Whole Family Will Love
People get so worked up here in Montana when you share all the "secret" spots. Unfortunately, it's not a secret anymore when it ends up on social media, plus these spots are not so secret anyway.
Sites like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok are famous for highlighting the beautiful secrets that Montana has to offer. Considering a lot of the most beautiful places involve hiking, most of you will never see it. Me included. Luckily, this list has all drive up locations, so no hiking.
I was doing the usual scrolling through pointless posts on social media and came across a video of 5 lakes that are "hidden" in Montana. Well, I should say were hidden in Montana.
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Here is one list they let the world know about. Let me know if you think these places were once a secret or if these people just need get out more.
Lake McDonald
Blue Bay, Flathead Lake
Ashley Lake
Lake Koocanusa
Kintla and Bowman: about 2 hours from Columbia Falls
These places are great if you have kids with you, or perhaps a family member who can't do 5 mile hikes.
If you are looking to enjoy a great day on the beach with a spectacular view, don't overlook these 5 spots. They are family friendly and depending on what direction you are coming from, perfect for a day trip or a weekend camping extravaganza.
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