Dive into Clean Waters: Swim Guide Testing Resumes

Swim Guide testing began for the 2024 season at the beginning of July and will continue through Labor Day. Every Monday, our Big Sky Watershed Corps member, Shane Urban, along with the help of our new Board members, Karen Sykes and Marsha Brown, will be sampling for E. coli levels at 16 beautiful swimming beaches around Flathead Lake to ensure they are safe and clean for all swimmers.

This month, a couple of beaches failed to meet water quality standards. To stay informed about the current water quality status of your favorite beaches, please keep an eye on the Swim Guide app or visit theswimguide.org. Results are posted within two days of testing, so you’ll always have the latest updates.

This initiative is a collaborative effort between the Flathead Lakers, the Flathead Lake Biological Station, and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. We are committed to ensuring the safety and enjoyment of our beautiful lake for everyone. Happy swimming and stay cool!