Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster
Under $25Montana's only alpine coaster, a mile-long mountain track near Flathead Lake with mini golf and gem mining on site.
Transit: reachable by public transit

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A quiet forested state park on Lake Mary Ronan, popular for fishing, camping, boating, and trails.
50623 Lake Mary Ronan Rd. Dayton, MT 59860 · Dayton, MT
This Montana state park sits on the eastern shore of Lake Mary Ronan, a short drive west of Flathead Lake. Its 120 acres are covered by boreal forest, and visitors often come for the lake's fishing for kokanee salmon, yellow perch, and largemouth bass. The campground has 25 sites, some with seasonal electricity, along with a group camping area and a boat ramp. Trails lead into surrounding country known for wildflowers and wildlife, and the park offers swimming, kayaking, and wildlife viewing in season.
The closest stops to Lake Mary Ronan State Park, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.
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Transit: reachable by public transit
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