The Small Town Reservoir In Montana That's An Idyllic Summer Day Trip
Michelle
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To people not familiar with Montana, it might seem like a hard place to cool down. With no coast, it’s common to assume that the only relief we have comes from running through sprinklers in the summer. That certainly could not be further from the truth. Believe it or not, but we have more than 3,223 named lakes and countless rivers, streams, and creeks. When the temperatures rise, there’s nothing more fun than a day on the water. Tongue River Reservoir in Decker Montana is off-the-beaten-path, but it’s a fantastic way to beat the heat without as many crowds as larger lakes and rivers. Plus, it’s tucked inside Tongue River State Park, so when you visit, you’ll have access to camping, picnic areas, playgrounds, and more. Come with us for this summer day trip to one of our favorite Montana state parks.
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The Tongue River Reservoir State Park in Decker is open daily throughout the year. Campgrounds are also open year-round, though only a few sites offer electricity and this is reduced during the off-season. Be sure to visit the official Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks website for more information on planning your visit. You can also follow the Tongue River Reservoir State Park on Facebook.
After spending the day (or a fun long weekend!) at this hidden gem in Montana, be sure to check out a few other lesser-visited state parks.
Take This Unforgettable Road Trip To 4 Of Montana’s Least-Visited State Parks
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What are some more lakes in Montana that are great for a summer day trip?
If you’re searching for pretty lakes in Montana for a day trip in the summer, then check out these 12 lakes that are great for spending time on the water.
- Flathead Lake, Polson
- Swan Lake, Bigfork
- Cliff Lake, Ennis
- Hebgen Lake, West Yellowstone
- Lake Como, Bitterroot Valley
- Avalanche Lake, Columbia Falls
- Dewey Lake, Cooke City
- Kintla Lake, Polebridge
- Lake McDonald, Columbia Falls
- Wade Lake, Cameron
- Bowman Lake, Columbia Falls
- Mystic Lake, Beartooth Mountains
Here’s an article giving you more information on these pretty lakes in Montana that are great day trip destinations.
What are some more Montana state parks that you recommend?
To be honest, you can’t go wrong with visiting any of the Montana state parks, but here are several that we like the best.
- Bannack State Park, Bannack State Park
- Pictograph Cave State Park, Billings
- Giant Springs State Park, Great Falls
- Makoshika State Park, Glendive
- Wayfarers / Flathead Lake State Park, Bigfork
- Medicine Rocks State Park, Ekalaka
- Big Arm / Flathead Lake State Park, Big Arm
- Whitefish Lake State Park, Whitefish
- Missouri Headwaters State Park, Three Forks
- Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park, Whitehall
- Lone Pine State Park, Kalispell
You’ll want to read our article telling you more about these Montana state parks that are packed with adventure.
Are there small towns in Montana that are great destinations for a day trip?
Of course, there are many small towns in Montana that belong on your list. Here are several that we recommend.
- Fort Benton, Chouteau County
- Lakeside, Flathead County
- Whitefish, Flathead County
- Ennis, Madison County
- Virginia City, Madison County
- Big Timber, Sweet Grass County
- Choteau, Teton County
- Lewistown, Fergus County
- St. Ignatius, Lake County
- Eureka, Lincoln County
- Columbia Falls, Flathead County
Learn more by reading our previous article about the best small towns in Montana to visit.