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The Flathead's spectacular, rugged terrain lies adjacent to Glacier National Park and west of the Continental Divide. The vast expanse of the Bob Marshall Wilderness complex offers forest visitors primitive recreational opportunities. This wild country provides habitat for endangered gray wolves and threatened grizzly bears. The Flathead Wild and Scenic River, a favorite of whitewater rafters, and Swan River, dissect the beauty of the Mission, Swan, and Flathead Mountain ranges. Glaciated peaks and alpine lakes beckon summer users to hike, camp or fish. Fresh powder challenges the alpine enthusiast on The Big Mountain ski area, while nordic skiers and snowmobilers seek the solitude of the backcountry. Try the undiscovered Flathead year-round.
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Author: Northern Region Regional Office, USDA Forest Service
Title: Northern Region - Flathead National Forest
Date: June 1996
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