With hundreds of lakes and over 1100 km (684 miles) of trails, the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness Area in south central Montana is extremely popular among outdoor recreationalists. (UM News Service photo)
October 6, 2021
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UM researchers investigate human impact on backcountry lakes
After another summer of record-breaking tourism, it remains clear that Montana’s natural environment and breathtaking backcountry continue to draw numerous visitors who serve as a major economic driver for the state.