Scary: It’s The Most Snake Infested Lakes In Montana

What Is The Most Snake Infested Lake In Montana?

I know I may be biased because I live in Montana, but in my opinion summers in Montana are amazing and make the long harsh winters worth it.

There are so many great outdoor activities to take part in during the summer, and many of them revolve around getting out on to the water with our many rivers and lakes.

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What Snakes Are Found In Montana?

While we all love the warmer weather in Montana the cold blooded snakes do as well. When the sun comes out, so do the snakes, but what kind are found in Montana?

Well according to the Montana FWP there are just 10 snakes to be found here

• Common Gartersnake
• Gophersnake
• North American Racer
• Northern Rubber Boa
• Plains Gartersnake
• Plains Hog-Nosed Snake
• Smooth Greensnake
• Terrestrial Gartersnake
• Western Milksnake
• Prairie Rattlesnake

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What Snakes Will You Find Swimming In A Montana Lake?

While there are 10 types of snakes found in Montana, not all of them are what you would consider aquatic.

The website A-Z Animals let us know that only 3 types of snakes are known to take a swim in our lakes.

• Common Garter Snake
• Plains Gartersnake
• Terrestrial Gartersnake

So now that we know what snakes we could be sharing the water with, what lakes in Montana will you find them in the most often?

Check the gallery below for the #1 most snake infested lake in Montana.👇

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