Wild Horse Island
State Park on Flathead Lake
Boat access to this day-use-only, primitive park is regulated to protect the 2,000-acre island. The largest island in Flathead Lake, Wild Horse has been a landmark rich with history since the Salish-Kootenai Indians were reported to have used it to pasture horses to keep them from being stolen by other tribes. It preserves an endangered palouse prairie environment, incredible wildlife, and historic resources. Check with park staff on the best ways to reach the island and its trails and views. Private property is found along the perimeter of the island.
For more information on Flathead Lake State Parks, read Water, Water Everywhere, 2003 Montana Outdoors article.
Wild Horse Island State Park is located on Flathead Lake. Wild Horse Island is one of 12 FWP managed sites on Flathead Lake. Flathead Lake is a tributary of the Flathead River.
Access via boat. (Lat 47.845, Lng -114.218)
If you have questions or comments please send mail to: Wild Horse Island, 490 North Meridian Kalispell, MT 59901 or call (406) 752-5501.
These locations represent physical occurences (visually confirmed) within the boundaries of the site. Many more species may be present in the area which are not listed because we do not have a visually confirmed record. If you would like to report a species sighting, a form is available.
