Outdoors
Flathead Lake
The largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi — boating, swimming, paddling and sunsets.
Mornings are glassy; afternoon wind picks up from the south, so paddle early.
Flathead Lake, Somers, MT 59932
Around Flathead Lake and Glacier
Your Montana shortlist.
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Outdoors
Somers Beach State Park
Montana’s newest state park: a wide pebble beach at the north shore with big mountain views.
Bring chairs and shade — the beach is open and there is very little tree cover.
5977 US Hwy 93 S, Somers, MT 59932
Outdoors
Glacier National Park — West Glacier
Going-to-the-Sun Road, Lake McDonald and trailheads for the park’s most photographed hikes.
Check the current vehicle reservation rules before you drive up, and leave by 7 a.m. in July and August.
West Glacier, MT 59936
Outdoors
Wildhorse Island State Park
A 2,100-acre island in Flathead Lake where bighorn sheep, mule deer and a few wild horses roam free.
Day use only, reachable by boat or a charter out of Big Arm — pack water, there is none on the island.
Wild Horse Island, Big Arm, MT 59910
Outdoors
Outdoors
Jewel Basin Hiking Area
Twenty-eight alpine lakes and 35 miles of hiking-only trail above Bigfork.
The road to Camp Misery is rough but passable — start early for parking at the trailhead.
Jewel Basin Rd, Bigfork, MT 59911
Outdoors
Great Northern Rail Trail
A flat rail-trail that runs right out of Somers along the lakeshore toward Kalispell.
Rent bikes in Kalispell and ride the Somers–Kila stretch for the quietest miles.
Somers, MT 59932
Family
Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster
A gravity coaster that winds 4,000 feet through the pines above the lake — you control the speed.
Buy multi-ride passes; the line is shortest right at opening on hot afternoons.
7385 US Hwy 93 S, Lakeside, MT 59922
Family
Woodland Park + Water Playground
Kalispell’s big city park: splash playground, lagoon, ducks, shade and picnic tables.
Pair it with a stop at a Main Street ice cream shop on the way home.
145 Woodland Park Dr, Kalispell, MT 59901
Family
Big Sky Waterpark
Slides, mini golf and an arcade just outside Columbia Falls — a reliable rainy-or-hot-day fix.
Afternoon admission is cheaper, and the lines thin out after 4 p.m.
7211 US Hwy 2 E, Columbia Falls, MT 59912
Family
Montana Vortex & House of Mystery
A quirky roadside optical-illusion tour that kids talk about for the rest of the trip.
Tours run on the hour — call ahead in shoulder season.
7800 US Hwy 2 E, Columbia Falls, MT 59912
Adventure
Flathead Lake boat + jet ski rentals
Pontoon, ski boat, wakeboard and jet ski rentals on the north shore for a full lake day.
Reserve summer weekends weeks ahead, and ask about a half-day if the group is easing in.
190 Adams St, Lakeside, MT 59922
Adventure
Middle Fork Flathead whitewater rafting
Class II–III rafting along Glacier’s southern boundary — the classic Montana half-day trip.
June has the biggest water; late summer floats are calmer and better for kids.
12127 US Hwy 2 E, West Glacier, MT 59936
Adventure
Whitefish Bike Retreat + Whitefish Trail
Forty-plus miles of singletrack and doubletrack with trailheads ringing Whitefish.
Beaver Lake and Lion Mountain are the friendliest starts for mixed-ability groups.
855 Beaver Lake Rd, Whitefish, MT 59937
Adventure
Glacier zipline + aerial adventure park
Ziplines and treetop courses in the cedar forest just outside the park entrance.
Book the first slot of the day and be back at the lake by lunch.
12127 US Hwy 2 E, West Glacier, MT 59936
Culture
Bigfork Village
Galleries, the Bigfork Summer Playhouse, patios and a walkable main street on the lake’s northeast bay.
Playhouse tickets sell out — book before you arrive if a show night matters.
8155 MT Hwy 35, Bigfork, MT 59911
Culture
Downtown Whitefish
Ski-town main street with independent shops, breweries, coffee and the historic depot museum.
Thursday summer farmers market fills the depot park with food trucks and music.
Central Ave, Whitefish, MT 59937
Culture
Culture
Glacier Art Museum
Montana and Glacier-region art in Kalispell’s original Carnegie library building.
Free on the first Friday of the month during the downtown art walk.
302 Second Ave E, Kalispell, MT 59901
Food & Drink
Tamarack Brewing Company
Lakeside brewpub with a big patio, house beers and a menu that suits a hungry group.
Call ahead for a 10-top; the patio fills fast on warm evenings.
105 Blacktail Rd, Lakeside, MT 59922
Food & Drink
Somers Bay Cafe
The neighborhood breakfast and lunch spot close to the house.
Go before a lake day — they open early and the pastries sell out.
75 Somers Rd, Somers, MT 59932
Food & Drink
Bonsai Brewery
Whitefish beer garden with lawn games, live music and a short, very good food menu.
Dog-friendly yard; get there before the evening band starts for a table.
549 Wisconsin Ave, Whitefish, MT 59937
Food & Drink
Flathead cherry stands (Hwy 35)
Roadside stands along the east shore selling Flathead cherries, jam and cider in season.
Peak cherry season is mid-July to mid-August — bring cash.
MT Hwy 35, Polson, MT 59860
Relax
Purple Frog Gardens lavender fields
Blooming lavender rows and a farm shop with oils, bundles and honey.
Late June through July is peak bloom — mornings photograph best.
4600 US Hwy 2 E, Whitefish, MT 59937
Relax
Whitefish Lake State Park beach
A calm, sandy swim beach with picnic tables and a boat ramp on Whitefish Lake.
Small parking lot — arrive before 11 a.m. on summer weekends.
1615 W Lakeshore Dr, Whitefish, MT 59937
Relax
Spa day in Whitefish
Massage, soaking pools and mountain-view treatment rooms after a big hiking day.
Book two or three appointments at once so the group overlaps.
Central Ave, Whitefish, MT 59937
Winter
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area
A locals’ mountain above the lake where you park at the summit and ski down.
Cheaper and far quieter than the big resorts — great for learning groups.
1 Blacktail Rd, Lakeside, MT 59922
Winter
Whitefish Mountain Resort
3,000 skiable acres, night skiing and a summer lift-served bike park and alpine slide.
Summer visitors: ride the chair for the Glacier view even if you don’t bike.
1015 Glades Dr, Whitefish, MT 59937
Shopping
Downtown Kalispell + Main Street
Outfitters, bookstores, boutiques and the big-box stores you need for a long stay.
Stock the kitchen here on arrival day — it is the closest full-size grocery run.
Main St, Kalispell, MT 59901
Golf
Eagle Bend Golf Club
A Nicklaus-designed 27-hole course along the Flathead River in Bigfork.
Twilight rates after 4 p.m. are the value round of the valley.
279 Eagle Bend Dr, Bigfork, MT 59911
Golf
Whitefish Lake Golf Club
Montana’s only 36-hole public facility, with a classic log clubhouse restaurant.
The North Course is tighter; the South is friendlier for mixed groups.
1200 US Hwy 93 N, Whitefish, MT 59937
Day Trips
Going-to-the-Sun Road + Logan Pass
The 50-mile alpine drive across Glacier, with the Hidden Lake trail at the top.
Snow closes the upper road until late June — check the plowing status the night before.
Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936
Day Trips
National Bison Range
A high-prairie wildlife drive with bison, elk, pronghorn and huge valley views.
Red Sleep Mountain Drive is a two-hour loop and closes seasonally — go in the morning.
58355 Bison Range Rd, Charlo, MT 59824
Day Trips
Polson + south shore loop
Drive the full lake loop: cherry stands, Polson’s waterfront and the Mission Mountains.
Go counter-clockwise on Hwy 35 so the lake stays on your side of the car.
Polson, MT 59860
The local guide
Restaurants, outfitters, trails and towns across the Flathead Valley + Glacier Country, each linked to the operator’s own site. We aren’t partnered with any of them — check hours, seasons and availability directly.
Glacier, 2026: Vehicle reservations are not required in any area in 2026; always check the official NPS page for current-season rules. Official fees + current rules (checked 2026-08-30)
Dining
- Lakeside
Tamarack Brewing Company
Brewpub and taproom on Highway 93 in Lakeside, the closest sit-down dinner to the house.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Somers
Somers Bay Cafe
Breakfast and lunch cafe in downtown Somers serving homestyle American plates.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Whitefish
Bonsai Brewery
Whitefish brewery with a large yard, kitchen and frequent live music.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Lakeside
Lakeside + Somers dining directory
Chamber-maintained list of restaurants and cafes in the two closest towns.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Bigfork
Bigfork village dining
Chamber directory for Bigfork restaurants along Electric Avenue and the bay.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Kalispell
Kalispell dining guide
Visitor-bureau directory of Kalispell restaurants, breweries and coffee.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Whitefish
Whitefish dining guide
Explore Whitefish directory for downtown restaurants and bars.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30
On the water
- Lakeside
Lakeside Marina
Marina and boat access on the west shore, listed through the Lakeside–Somers chamber.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Glacier National Park
Glacier Park Boat Company
Historic scenic boat tours on Lake McDonald, Two Medicine and Many Glacier.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Flathead Lake
Flathead Lake State Park
State park units around the lake with swimming, boat ramps and day-use beaches.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Flathead Lake
Flathead Lake sailing
Sailing charters and lessons on Flathead Lake, plus the local regatta season.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30
Guides + outfitters
- West Glacier
Great Northern Rafting
Guided whitewater and scenic float trips on the Middle Fork of the Flathead.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - West Glacier
Glacier Raft Company
Rafting, fishing and inflatable-kayak trips on the river at the park boundary.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Coram
Glacier Highline
Zipline and aerial adventure park on the road to West Glacier.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30
Trails + parks
- Whitefish
The Whitefish Trail
Community trail network with mapped trailheads for hiking and mountain biking.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - West Glacier
Glacier National Park
Trip planning, road status and current-season entrance rules straight from the park.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Moiese
National Bison Range
Wildlife drive south of the lake, managed by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30
Winter
- Lakeside
Blacktail Mountain Ski Area
Small, family-run ski area above Lakeside with lake views from the summit.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Whitefish
Whitefish Mountain Resort
Big Mountain skiing and riding, plus summer lift-served activity; conditions posted daily.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Whitefish
Whitefish Lake State Park
Lakeshore state park with beach and boat access, open seasonally.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Statewide
Montana road + avalanche conditions
Official winter driving conditions for Highway 93 and the passes.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30
Arts + culture
- Kalispell
Glacier Art Museum
Regional art museum in the old Carnegie library with rotating Montana exhibitions.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Kalispell
Conrad Mansion Museum
Guided tours of the 1895 Conrad family home on the edge of downtown Kalispell.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30
Towns
- Kalispell
Downtown Kalispell
Main Street shopping, galleries and the valley’s largest concentration of restaurants.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Bigfork
Bigfork village
Walkable arts village at the north-east corner of the lake, with theatre and galleries.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Polson
Polson + the south shore
South-shore town known for cherry stands and Mission Mountain views.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30 - Whitefish
Downtown Whitefish
Central Avenue shops, restaurants and the Amtrak depot, north of Somers.
Official site Verified 2026-08-30
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