One of the highlights of living in Montana is the access to water. Montana has hundreds of thousands of acres of water covering the state, from lakes and rivers to reservoirs and streams, chances are, you won't live too far from water.

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While folks take advantage all year long, there is no doubt that the summer months are the busiest when it comes to Montana's waterways.

Folks travel from all over to fish in our streams, raft in our rivers, and spend time on our lakes. From boating, skiing, and swimming, the water is a huge part of life in Montana.

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With over 3 thousand lakes across The Treasure State, when it comes to the most beautiful, that can be a lively debate. However, according to one social site, U$ Culture, it's not much of an argument.

Which lake is the most beautiful in Montana?

So which lake takes the top spot? Seeley? Lake McDonald? Quake Lake? None of those. According to the site, the most beautiful lake in Montana is Flathead Lake.

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I'm not surprised that this was the top pick, but I'm not sure I agree with it. Don't get me wrong, I love Flathead Lake, I mean it's massive and very impressive, but the most beautiful? I'm not sure I would go there. I think the lakes in Glacier National Park are stunning, so I would lean more in that direction, but they didn't ask me.

If you didn't know, Flathead Lake is the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi and covers almost 200 square miles with a maximum depth of 370 feet.  Flathead is also one of the cleanest lakes in the world and attracts hundreds of thousands of folks each year to enjoy all that the lake offers.

Below is a list of the most popular lakes in Montana.

The Most Popular Lakes In Montana

Montana is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the country and with over 3000 lakes across The Treasure State, those who are looking to spend time on the water, have lots of options. From the biggest natural water lake west of the Mississippi to the crystal clear waters in our National Parks, check out the most popular lakes in Montana.

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Montana is known by several nicknames. Big Sky Country, The Treasure State, and the Last Best Place to name just a few. Each year, millions of folks travel to Montana to partake in its beauty, while often seeking adventure in the outdoors. From skiing to rafting, fly fishing, to snowmobiling, Montana can certainly be described as an outdoor paradise.

No matter the season, there is always something to see and do in Montana. Here's a look at The Top 10 Tourists Sites For Those Visiting Montana.

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Thinking of making your way to Big Sky Country? Before you decide to list the house for sale and schedule a moving service, here's a list of towns you might want to avoid if you plan on moving to Montana.

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