Nyack Flats

To the left of the train is Nyack Flats, also known as Nyack Meadows. This is an important elk feeding and calving ground. Sometimes in the morning, elk and deer can be spotted in the pastureland with the cattle. If you see elk or deer, call out and point. Great Bear Mountain, Mt. Penrose , and Nyack Mountain can be seen on the right side of the window. These mountains tower more than 7500 feet respectively, with Mt. Penrose the tallest being at 7,875 feet tall.

Nestled southeast of West Glacier lies Nyack Flats, a floodplain cherished by researchers from the Flathead Lake Biological Station since the 1980s. Despite the nearby highways and railways, Nyack Flats remains a haven for stoneflies, emblematic of its thriving ecosystem. Through diligent monitoring, scientists unveil vital environmental insights, emphasizing Nyack's significance amidst global threats to floodplains. Its untamed beauty and scientific allure underscore Nyack Flats' pivotal role in advancing our understanding of natural ecosystems and the urgent need for their preservation. As a bastion of biodiversity, Nyack Flats serves as a testament to the delicate balance between human activity and the preservation of invaluable natural habitats.

1) Brown, K. (2019, February 22). An ecological treasure. Flathead Beacon. https://flatheadbeacon.com/2019/02/24/an-ecological-treasure/