(Kalispell) A seasonal closure starts March 1 along a large portion of the north shore of Flathead Lake between Bigfork and Somers to support migrating and nesting birds.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Flathead Waterfowl Production Area (WPA) spans 7 miles of shoreline along the north end of the lake.
This federal property closes to public access annually March 1 through July 15 to reduce human disturbances during the bird breeding, nesting, and brood-rearing period, as well as the spring migration. This closure includes the open beaches along the shoreline.
