Montana is known for a lot of things. The Last Best Place, Big Sky Country, and The Treasure State. However, there are a few things about Montana that might seem a little off or just a bit weird, depending on who you ask of course.

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Most folks know Montana for its National Parks, world-class flyfishing, skiing, and abundant wildlife. Not to mention all of the mining history from places like Butte and other areas across the state.

Then there are all of the cowboy stories, battlegrounds, and tales of the Wild West, however, there are a few tales you might not be aware of.

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While there isn't enough time to dive into each one, we can certainly highlight one or two of the stories that are unique to Montana.

The Flathead Lake Monster

One of the biggest "legendary tales" is that of the Flathead Lake Monster. The "monster" was first seen back in 1889 by Captain James C. Kerr. Much like the Lockness Monster, it is believed that the Flathead Monster is some sort of large creature that could date back to pre-historic times.

Now, before you dismiss the idea of it, you should know that there are at least two sightings each year, and while the descriptions vary depending on the report, there was a sturgeon pulled from the lake back in 1955 that was almost 8 feet long and 200 pounds.

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So, I mean, it could be possible, right?

The Blackhorse Lake Hitchhiker

If the idea of some creepy lake creature doesn't freak you out, how about some dude that hangs around a lake? Well, kinda. You see the legend of the Blackhouse Lake Hitchhiker has been around for years, but the problem is that he isn't real.  You see, the hitchhiker is a ghost. A ghost that many claim to not only have seen but hit with their vehicle.

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Located on a stretch of Highway 87 in Cascade County folks swear they've seen this ghostly man.

The story goes that all of a sudden you hear a thud and you see the figure on the hood of your car. According to multiple descriptions, it's a man of Native American heritage with long black hair wearing jeans and a t-shirt. Once the driver pulls over, there is no one to be seen and there is never damage to the car.

Hmmmm. I suppose it's one of those you have to see to believe, even though you can't see it...even if you do. There are certainly more of these weaved through the history of Montana, what is your favorite Montana "legend"? Let us know by sending us a message on our app.

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