Posted in Montana August 20, 2018 by Jessica Wick

The Gorgeous Montana Lake You Never Knew Existed… But Have To Visit

We’re spoiled by an abundance of beautiful lakes in Montana, and that’s not a bad thing. But while the giants like Flathead Lake and Lake McDonald captivate our attention, it’s easy to forget about those hidden gems that hire a hike to reach. Sioux Charley Lake is one of those treasures, and it’s well worth the trek.

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Sioux Charley Lake is located in the Custer National Forest near Nye.

The trail is an easy in-and-out hike that's about 6 miles in length.

The river makes the journey to the lake much more pleasant.

The trail does get steep after the first few miles, climbing about 180 feet above the lake.

While fishing is permitted at the lake, you'd mostly be releasing more than you kept.

There are a few campsites near the lake, and Woodbine Campground is located near the trailhead.

If you’ve spent a lot of time at Montana’s lakes, you know they’re truly something special. In fact, we happen to think we have the best lakes in the country.