Name: Wild Horse Island Tour
Brand: Tour Glacier
Price: 230 USD
Availability: InStock

This Is Our Signature Experience!

Wild Horse Island Tour Details

Duration: 5-6 Hours, depending on speed (9:30 am - approx. 3:30pm)
Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Food: Lunch and Snacks
Ages: 10+
Meeting Location: We meet at Sea Me Paddle Main Office (US 93 S #3 Lakeside, MT)
Start time - 9:30 am
Inclusions: Kayaks, all safety gear, backpack packed with trail map, lunch, water, dry bag for phone, etc.
Price: $235/person

Girls have fun with Sea Me Paddle on Wild Horse Island on Flathead Lake

Family paddling to Wild Horse Island on Flathead Lake for a guided kayak tour with chances to spot bighorn sheep and wild horses in Montana.

Male Big Horn Sheep on Wild Horse Island on Flathead Lake

Tour Guide with kayaks on Wild Horse Island, Flathead Lake Montana, with Sea Me Paddle

Tour Glacier Kayaks on Flathead Lake in Somers Bay

Horses on Wild Horse Island grazing on grass.

Tour Highlights

Guided paddle across Flathead Lake
Landing at Skeeko Bay on Wild Horse Island
Opportunities to see wild horses, bighorn sheep, deer, & bald eagles while exploring the island
Enjoy a picnic lunch
Beginner-friendly kayaking, no prior experience required

Full Description

This is our most popular kayak tour!

Experience one of the most scenic excursions on Flathead Lake with a Wild Horse Island Kayak Tour! Your adventure begins with a two-mile paddle across the lake’s clear waters to the island’s trailhead at Skeeko Bay. Once there, enjoy a self-guided hike with 2.5 hours to explore. We provide each guest with lunch, bottled water, a backpack with a map, and a chance to spot the island’s abundant wildlife. Don’t forget your camera—sightings of record-size mule deer, wild horses, and bighorn sheep are common!

The Wild Horse Island Tour kayak section is approximately two miles each way and takes ~60 minutes depending on paddler speed.

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Map of Wild Horse Island and Your Tour

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ's - Wild Horse Island Adventure

Inclusions: Kayaks, all safety gear, dry bags and boxes for phones, backpack packed with trail map, lunch, water, and snacks for your self-guided hike.

Sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, camera/phone (you won't want to forget this experience)

We have dry boxes for you to put your phone in, so it won't get wet!

Wear your swimsuit
Quick-dry shorts and a light shirt on top
Sandals or water shoes for paddling
You might want to change to more durable shoes on the island for exploring, so bring those and some socks
Sunglasses
Hat

No, you don't need a National Park Pass for this tour.

9:30 am

Meet at: Our Main Office in Lakeside

Customers may cancel a tour for any reason up to 24 hours prior to tour departure for a full refund.

Customers who cancel less than 24 hours prior to departure WILL NOT receive a refund.

Tours go out in variable weather conditions including wind, precipitation, and/or cold temperatures. A refund is available ONLY IF the tour is cancelled by the Tour Operator due to dangerous conditions, such as extremely high winds or sub-zero temperatures.

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Testimonials

Kayaks lined up along the shore of Wild Horse Island on the blue waters of Flathead Lake in Montana

Avoid the Crowds at Glacier! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

"Was exhilarating to kayak and then explore the relatively uninhabited island away from the crowds at Glacier. We hiked to the top of an overlook providing a great view of the surrounding island and lake. The guides were super friendly, easy-going and very helpful. We enjoyed every minute and strongly recommend this to visitors to the Flathead Valley."

--Robert / Trip Advisor

Three black horses pictured on Wild Horse Island with green grass and ponderosa pines

See Wildlife!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

"Awesome excursion - We kayaked out onto Flathead Lake over to Wild Horse Island (about an hour). Once there, we headed up the trail and saw big-horned sheep, deer, grouse, and the beautiful wild horses! We ate the lunch … which was delicious at the highest point, so we could get all the views. We would definitely do this tour again."

--Brian / Trip Advisor

Woman in hat is proud of kayaking to Wild Horse Island on Flathead Lake

Highly Recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

"See my smiling face? I was so proud of myself and our group for paddling a mile in a kayak from Dayton to Wild Horse Island! (and a mile back!). [Tour Glacier] provided all the equipment, guidance and lunch for our group and kept us safe in quickly changing weather and lake conditions. If you enjoy kayaking and want an adventure- I highly recommend!"

Audrey / Google Reviews

Learn More About Wild Horse Island

Wildlife

Wild Horse Island is a dream destination for wildlife lovers and photographers! Keep an eye out for bighorn sheep, mule deer, songbirds, waterfowl, bald eagles, falcons, osprey, coyotes, and the island’s five wild horses. Please enjoy wildlife from a distance.

History

The Kootenai tribe that inhabited the shores of Flathead Lake had a name for this island, "Qwil Qanqami" (Kwiss-con-ka-may) that translated as "big" or "huge Island." Members of the tribe would swim their horses over to the island for safe keeping and protection of the horses from enemy attack. Wild Horse Island was established as a state park in 1978.

Size/Location

Spanning 2,160 acres, Wild Horse Island is the largest island in a freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River. This pristine, primitive island offers a true escape into Montana’s wild beauty—set at 47.84715° N, 114.23458° W in the heart of Flathead Lake.

Structures

A historic homestead from around 1911 still stands on Wild Horse Island, offering a glimpse into early life on Flathead Lake. The weathered cabin and remnants of farm structures tell the story of the island’s first settlers and their rugged, self-sufficient lifestyle.

Amenities

Wild Horse has a designated trailhead at Skeeko Bay and Eagle Cove. A public restroom is located up the trail from Skeeko Bay. This is the only designated restroom on the island.

Trail System

Wild Horse Island features a network of scenic trails that wind through open meadows, forests, and along stunning lake overlooks. Hikers can spot wildlife like bighorn sheep and wild horses while exploring routes that range from easy walks to moderate climbs

Sea Me Paddle is a Tour Glacier company, operating summer kayak tours and rentals across Flathead and Whitefish Lakes. We provide top-quality kayak and paddleboard rentals at three convenient locations in Northwest Montana—Lakeside, West Shore State Park, and Whitefish Lake State Park. Whether you're exploring Flathead Lake for an hour or planning a full day on the water, our flexible rental options make it easy. Choose from single kayaks, tandem kayaks, or stand-up paddleboards, with hourly and all-day pricing available. We also offer delivery to lakefront vacation rentals, making it simple to enjoy the water from your own dock. Planning a team-building event or company retreat? Ask about our full equipment rentals for corporate beach days—we’ll help you create an unforgettable group experience on the lake.

Google Reviews

    
 
 
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   cindy rouse 
 September 6, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We loved our GNP tour today!  Adam was an exceptional guide and is extremely knowledgeable about all things GNP!  We had a blast. Lunch was delicious!  Great tour!
  
 
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   Carol Masters 
 September 6, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our girls club had an amazing tour with Adam today! So informative, friendly, organize, funny, and we could go on and on. Take this driving tour of West glacier! Learn a lot - see a lot its worth it.
  
 
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   Ted Wanner 
 June 20, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Glacier provided one of the best tours I’ve ever had. They phoned me twice to confirm the reservation and tell me what to expect on the tour. Our guide, Adam, was very knowledgeable, friendly, and flexible. The 5-hr driving tour included many key spots in Glacier National Park plus an excellent lunch. This company made the first visit to Glacier both easy and memorable.
  
 
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   Greg Wallace 
 June 17, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family and I just returned from the Summer Driving Tour and we had a great time! Adam our tour guide was fantastic! Adam was very informative and made it a fun day for all of us! I would recommend Tour Glacier to anyone!
  
 
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   Karen Burkhart 
 June 12, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great tour. Adam was informative, humorous and kind.
  
 
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   Andy Rosenkilde 
 June 9, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Adam was awesome. Super knowledgeable about the area and park. A very to earth easy to chat with guy. This tour is low key. See some sights. Gain some knowledge. Not even slightly strenuous.
  
 
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   Matt Broch 
 June 1, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Adam was out tour guide today, and despite the awful rainy weather we dealt with, he made the day a very fun and enjoyable experience. His knowledge of the park, its history and the area overall made things fun and lifted our spirits in spite of the weather. He’s really great at his job and we’d highly recommend using Glacier Tours to get familiarized with the park.
  
 
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   Cynthia McCann 
 May 17, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dan was our tour guide.  He had so many interesting facts and stories about what we were seeing.  He kept me thoroughly engaged.  I am so glad we did this and would recommend.  We saw things we never would have known about if we were out on our own.  So glad we took the tour with Dan.
  
 
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   Dave DeJoy 
 May 1, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Adam was great! Very knowledgeable and thorough. It was a great day! Highly recommend.
  
 
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   Jacklyn Escamilla 
 April 15, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Adam was an awesome and very friendly tour guide! We were able to capture some pretty cool pictures and learn a lot about the history of the park and surrounding towns. We really appreciated the service we recieved.

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Wild Horse Island Tour

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