Those of us lucky enough to call Montana home love it for many reasons, but mainly we adore it because there’s so much breathtaking natural scenery to explore. From our hiking trails perfect for walking to our snowy mountains perfect for skiing, there’s truly something for everyone in Big Sky Country.

There’s even an island where you just might see wild horses (and you’ll almost certainly see wildlife). And if you’ve never been to Wild Horse Island State Park, perhaps it’s time to pay it a visit.

Wild Horse Island State Park is located on Flathead Lake, the largest lake in the state.
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The island has been a landmark since the Salish-Kootenai Indians were reported to have used it to pasture horses to keep them from being stolen by other tribes.
Hikers love Wild Horse Island because the trails are so scenic.
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The park is known for its wildlife...
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... especially wild horses.
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There aren't may wild horses left on the island, but it's fairly small, so you just might spot them.
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Obviously, it's best to watch them from a distance.
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Rare and endangered plant species have also been found on the island.
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The park is available for day-use only, and you'll have to have a boat to reach it.
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You can also book a chartered boat tour to the island, but they may only be available seasonally.

Montana is simply incredible. Check out these unique experiences you can only have in the Treasure State.

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