Wild Horse Island is the largest island in the beautiful Flathead Lake, spanning 2,165 acres. Despite its name, there aren't many wild horses left there, although you might see a few if you're lucky. That being said, plenty of wildlife still call the island home... and the island is close enough to shore to be a pretty easy kayaking destination.
Kayaking is great exercise, great fun, and a fantastic way to check out Wild Horse Island.
Your journey length will depend on where you depart from, but it typically takes kayakers about an hour to reach the island.
Sea Me Paddle Kayaking Tours is the premier tour company in the area, and they offer a fantastic guided kayaking trip to Wild Horse Island.
If you don't own your own equipment or you're a beginning kayaker, you'll definitely want to sign up for one of their Wild Horse Excursions.
The trip starts with a nice, scenic two-mile paddle across Flathead Lake to the trailhead on the island at Skeeko Bay.
And since your tour cost includes a kayak, all equipment, and plenty of instructions, all you'll have to do is paddle along.
Once you reach Wild Horse Island, you'll have about 2.5 hours to enjoy the area.
Your tour guides will take you on a hike, provide a delicious picnic lunch, and give you binoculars so you can check out all the wildlife.
Keep an eye out for mule deer, songbirds, osprey, bald eagles, and bighorn sheep.
You might even catch a glimpse of some coyotes and wild horses, although they're a bit more elusive.
Wild Horse Island was established as a state park in 1978, and it's absolutely beautiful.
Every Montanan should get to experience it, especially by kayak.
The Sea Me Paddle Wild Horse tour lasts about five hours and costs $175 per person.
This is a paddling adventure like no other.
Are you ready for this beautiful kayaking adventure? Book a tour here.
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