Flathead National Forest

Category: National forest

Address: Swan Lake, MT 59911, USA

Phone: +14067585208

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8AM–4:30PM

Tuesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 8AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 8AM–4:30PM

Friday: 8AM–4:30PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Claudio Hiller

Mar 30, 2022

This is one of my favorite all seasons playgrounds. On this particular visit it was the setting of a winter adventure. It was a perfect day to be out on the snow cat on trails in the back country. Surrounded by tall pines and towering cliff it is Montana at its finest. We finished the rides with a trip to Tally Lake, an amazing gem in the western part of the forest. Tally Lake has the distinction of being the deepest lake in Montana registering at about 500 feet. Of the many other activities available throughout the year~ hiking, boating camping and swimming are just to name a few.So beautiful

RavenRider

Jul 9, 2020

The scenery is amazing, coal Creek looks like a really nice 4wt fly stream, I didn't get a chance to try it out tho. There were a number of trails that we found blocked by gates. There were also many many more that were open. Go to the mercantile at pole bridge. The food there is great. This is a great place to spend a day or more

Vicki Jefferson

Aug 28, 2019

Friend brought us here for hiking. Views are awesome, driving up is a thing, be a good place to pitch a tent if you want amazing views.

Dean Hunt

Jul 27, 2018

If the "Going to the Sun road" is not yet on your bucket list you need to add it! This is one amazing road trip. Plan to spend some time as there are breathtaking views, wildlife, hiking and so much more.

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Questions & Answers

Are there any dispersed camping areas within 1/4 mile of parking area? I am handicapped but can walk a short distance....also i drive a small car so would like advice on roads...

Hunting Maniac | Jul 15, 2018
Machelle Gatewood | Jul 16, 2018

Absolutely there's many places for you to camp and do short distance hikes dont forget about the shuttle and tour buses as well

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What kind of wildlife is found over there?

George Vasilescu | Jul 14, 2020
Ken Lapp | Jul 15, 2020

Bears, deer, elk,moose and many other animals

Looking for a good spot in the mountains to take my honeymoon in late October. How do road closures in this area look around that time period?

Madeline Shuckhart | Jul 14, 2020
Jim Cossitt | Jul 15, 2020

That time of year is very iffy at higher elevations. If we get much snow camo the roads were closed at the higher elevations or the be unpassable. Alternatively, they get very icy and risky to drive on with the really season snow fall. At lower elevations you should be good to go.

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I am Indian and want to know about this place, please give information.

Gopal Yadav | Jul 14, 2020
Tobias Petersheim | Jul 15, 2020

It is a public forest. It is open to the public for recreation or hunting.

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Any land up that way for sell? More woods the better....

T Lurch | Jul 15, 2019
Dirk Kladstrup (Dk) | Jul 16, 2019

Best to call a realtor for the locatio n

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Are tire chains recommended during winter? Can a family car drive in safely, or would you recommend a 4x4?

Daniel Bahr | Jul 15, 2018
Mom Woods | Jul 16, 2018

Daniel-yes-especially if you are planning on going to higher elevations I'd definitely recommend chains at the minimum & 4x4 if u have one-rather safe then sorry. Pack water, snacks & a couple blankets-cuz u know stuff happens. One of favorite areas in the whole USA. Have a great adventure!

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How are the hiking trails early May? Concerned the trails may have too much snow to walk on or are closed.

Carlie Holcombe | Mar 16, 2021
Rob Miller | Mar 17, 2021

It really depends on which trail, and at what altitude. You should be good on quite a few, that time of the season.

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