Bear attacks woman near Columbia Falls

By: Micah Drew

Outlets: Daily Montanan

Published: September 1, 2026

Words: 306

Last Updated: 7 hours, 38 minutes ago

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A bear attacked a woman walking her dog on a popular trail in the Flathead Valley on Monday evening, according to a Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks press release.

The department and the U.S. Forest Service are investigating the attack, which took place on the Cedar Flats trail complex north of Columbia Falls.

The incident occurred around 7 p.m. Monday, and the woman sustained “significant injuries” and was transported to Logan Health Medical Center …

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