Flathead County, Montana
Top Spots in and near Flathead County
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Hungry Horse, Montana
Relax at Spotted Bear Beach
Spotted Bear Beach is a secluded white sand beach in the middle of Montana. To get here from the town of Hungry Horse, drive east on Highway 2 for ½ mile to the East Side Reservoir Road #38. Turn right (south) onto Road #38 and drive on through the town of Martin City. After two miles the pavemen...Read more -
Waterton, Alberta
Hike Bear's Hump, Waterton Lakes NP
4.71.7 mi / 738 ft gainThe trailhead is located at the Visitor Center of Waterton Lakes National Park. The trail is very well maintained, but know that the elevation gain is quick - in less than a mile you gain 738 ft. Roundtrip is 1.7 miles and is totally worth the short but strenuous hike.When you reach the top there...Read more -
Waterton, Alberta
Stargaze at the Top of Bear's Hump
1.7 mi / 656.2 ft gainBear's Hump is one of the shortest hikes in Waterton Lakes National Park. Fortunately, it also offers one of, if not the best, views of the small mountain town of Waterton and surrounding peaks. At 2.8 kilometres and 200 meters of elevation gain round trip, this hike can be done in about an hou...Read more -
Browning, Montana
Backpack to Cosley Lake
27.2 mi / 475 ft gainThe hike goes through different wooded areas, open fields, and passes by the ranger's ranch. In no time, you will be able to see the aqua blue colors of Cosley Lake, as you approach the campground for the night.The campground has pit toilets and a bear bag hanging station, along with a cooking ar...Read more -
Browning, Montana
Backpack to the Foot of Glenns Lake
20.6 mi / 950 ft gainStarting from the Chief Mountain Parking Area, take the trail to the left of the bathrooms at the end of the parking lot (left of the bathrooms if you are facing the bathrooms and the main road is to your right). You will quickly hike to a wooden kiosk. Read this kiosk for any pertinent informati...Read more