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Spot de Flathead Lake

Flathead Lake

Flathead Lake

United States

48.07 | -114.11

Overview

Flathead Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake in the western United States, spanning 49,000 hectares at 881m altitude. Major Montana kitesurf spot with exceptional fetch and powerful valley winds channeled between the Mission and Swan Mountains. Remarkably clear water with views of snow-capped peaks. Close to Glacier National Park.

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Immense freshwater lake with exceptional fetch. Remarkably clear and cold water — can produce significant waves in strong winds. Varied shorelines — sandy, rocky, and gravelly. Currents possible in narrow sections.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

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Hazards

Grizzly bears frequent around the lake (Glacier corridor). Very cold water — thick wetsuit mandatory. Afternoon thunderstorms with lightning. Large body of water — dangerous waves in strong winds. Boat traffic in summer. Valley winds can build rapidly without warning.

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