Fall in Flathead Lake visitation could be due to low lake levels
While Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks reported a slight increase in park visits overall for 2023, Flathead Lake actually saw a drop in visitors last year compared to pre-pandemic numbers.
Flathead Lake State Park’s six units experienced a minus 6.4% change in visitation 2019 to 2023. In comparison, the parks overall showed a 17.4% increase from pre-pandemic levels.
“Another decline in visitation in 2023 to Flathead Lake could be due to record low water levels in the lake impacting recreation,” the Montana State Parks Annual Visitation Report stated.
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