This Hidden Montana Lake Shows The Remnants Of A Darker Time
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Jessica Wick
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If you’re familiar with southwestern Montana, you’ve probably heard of Earthquake Lake, or Quake Lake. It’s a beautiful place to visit, especially when you need to stretch your legs on your way to Yellowstone National Park. That being said, there’s still evidence of the lake’s tragic beginnings, which is a little eerie.
And until 1959, it did not exist.
A 7.3 earthquake sent 80 million tons of earth and rock barreling down into the canyon toward the Madison River at 100 mph.
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There was also $11 million in damage to the local forests and highways.
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The Visitor Center is open 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily from Memorial Day to mid-September.
Although its beginnings were tragic, it's also an educational and informative attraction.
Did you know about the history of Earthquake Lake? Here are some other fascinating facts about Montana that may surprise you.
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