If there is one thing Montana has a lot of, it's water.

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Montana is filled with lakes, ponds, reservoirs, and rivers. The state has over 3000 named lakes and many rivers that crisscross across The Treasure State. Several months out of the year those lakes and rivers are being used to float, raft, fish, swim, and just enjoy.

While the activities can be limited due to the weather, when it comes to rivers and Montana, there are a few things you need to know.

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What's the longest river in America?

The longest river in the United States is located here in Montana. The Last Best Place is where the Missouri River starts. The Mighty Mo is over 2300 miles and crosses several states before it empties into the Mississippi River in St. Louis.

Not only is Montana home to the longest river in the country, but it is also home to the longest undammed river. So which river holds that honor? Well tell you, but before we do, check out the most popular lakes in Big Sky Country.

The Most Popular Lakes In Montana

Montana is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the country and with over 3000 lakes across The Treasure State, those who are looking to spend time on the water, have lots of options. From the biggest natural water lake west of the Mississippi to the crystal clear waters in our National Parks, check out the most popular lakes in Montana.

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What's the longest undammed river in America?

At over 600 miles, the longest undammed river in the United States is the Yellowstone River.

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The Yellowstone Is one of the more popular rivers across the state. It's a favorite for floating, rafting, and fishing. Speaking of fishing, the river is home to many different species of fish, including the native fish the Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout. Both locals and out-of-staters come to fish the Yellowstone. It's considered one of the best rivers in the world to fish for trout and is a Blue Ribbon Stream.

What's your favorite Montana river? Let us know by sending us a message on our radio station app.

Montana's Top 5 Largest Private Land Owners

One of the hot topics here in Big Sky Country is the selling of property. Over the last couple of decades, wealthy individuals and companies have come to Montana and purchased millions of acres of land. This has caused panic among many residents of the state, especially when it comes to access to public lands.

Here's a look at the Top 5 largest private land owners in Montana according to AZ Animals

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The Most "Montana" Towns In Montana

If you're looking for the best that Montana has to offer, you might want to start by asking a local and that is exactly what we did. We wanted to know which Montana towns were the most "Montana" and who better to ask than the folks who were born and raised in The Treasure State?

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