Every summer we zip across the lake on our jet skis to visit Wild Horse Island, the largest island on Flathead Lake and the home of four wild horses and a network of hiking trails. Today we decided to go to the highest point on the island, and set out on the trail. It wound through the trees and climbed up a long hill before going up a steep rocky incline to the summit. Pepper and Kyra decided they’d gained enough altitude, and stopped at a small outcropping.
Undeterred, I continued on. It was hard going because the grade was very steep, and there were a lot of loose rocks that slid underfoot. But I finally made it to the top and snapped a celebratory selfie.
The view from the peak is spectacular, encompassing much of the lake.
I made my way (carefully) back down to the ladies and we hiked back to our jet skis. It was a beautiful day to be out, and definitely a spot I plan to return to in the future.