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The Perfect 5 Day Glacier National Park Itinerary

Reservations for Glacier National Park’s roads, activities, and campgrounds fill up fast! That’s why it’s so important to have a Glacier National Park itinerary before you go. This five day itinerary will walk you through what you need to book so you can see the best Glacier National Park has to offer!  Day 1: Lake…

The History of Melita Island

As you sail across Flathead Lake, a few islands will probably stand out to you. One of the smaller islands you may spot just south of Wild Horse Island is Melita Island. This 64-acre island is now owned by the Boy Scouts of America. However, there is much more to the history of the island…

How Do I Get To Wild Horse Island?

Wild Horse Island is a state park, however, the park doesn’t provide transportation to the island and you can’t get there by car. So how do you get to Wild Horse Island? Here are a few options for how to reach the island! 1. Getting to Wild Horse Island via kayak Dayton to Wild Horse…

Sailing Story: Jennifer Fisher

Quote: We definitely want to keep sailing on Flathead Lake— it’s one of the best places in the world to sail Jennifer Fisher was in high school when her dad asked her to go sailing with her on Flathead Lake. “My experience with dad…was he didn’t know how to sail,” Jennifer said.  So she thought…

Top Spots to Camp near Flathead Lake

The Flathead Valley is a beautiful place to camp and much cheaper than booking a hotel before or after your Go Sail Flathead Lake sailing trip! Check out a few of our favorite Flathead Lake camping options below. Just keep in mind that Flathead Valley camping can book up fast so no matter what option…

Flathead Lake: Events and Things To Do in May

Summer weather is just around the corner and so is the busy season on Flathead Lake! In May you can expect to see quite a few exciting, big events on Flathead Lake. Here are a few of the best things to do in the Flathead this month as the summer season ramps up:  1. The…

When Does Montana’s Sailing Season Begin?

The countdown has begun for the start of the sailing season in Montana! Here’s what you need to know about the 2024 sailing season kick off on Flathead Lake: Does Montana’s sailing season always start by Memorial Day?  You are almost guaranteed to see a sailboat or two out on the Flathead Lake waters by…

The History of Cromwell Island

Cromwell Island is one of the most famous locations on Flathead Lake. It made national news when it hit the real estate market a few years ago, however, there is more to the history of this island than you probably realize!  Cromwell Island wasn’t always an island It wasn’t until the 1930s, with the construction…

What Makes Flathead Lake Good For Sailing?

Is Flathead Lake good for sailing or are you better off heading to ocean waters? Here’s 4 reasons why you shouldn’t overlook Flathead Lake for your next sailing trip!   1. Sailing Without Traffic Flathead Lake still remains a fairly undiscovered sailing spot. Especially if you head to the southern portion of the lake, you are…

Sailing Story: Greg Hansen

The sailing ‘bug’ hit Greg Hansen early in life.  “I was actually at a church camp up on Flathead and they had a little Sunfish,” Greg said, explaining how he took the little boat out on the water and tried to teach himself to sail. “I dunked myself more than once,” he laughed. However, the…

Top 4 Field Trip Ideas for Summer Camp Kids in the Flathead Valley

Planning a kid’s birthday party, youth group trip, or summer camp outing in the Flathead Valley this summer? These 4 fun-filled adventures for kids near Flathead Lake are great for all ages, ability levels, and interests! 1. Learning to Sail One of the most unique experiences for birthday parties, summer camps, and youth groups in…

A Year in Review: 2023 Sailing Stories on Flathead Lake

The 2024 sailing season is quickly approaching in Montana! If you aren’t already itching to get out on the water, these sailing stories and memories from 2023 are sure to turn up the excitement a notch and give you a few ideas of how to spend your 2024 sailing season with Go Sail Flathead Lake! …