Whitefish Montana in Northwest Montana is a true four-season vacation paradise. Whitefish is the home of the Big Mountain Ski & Summer Resort and Whitefish Lake. It offers some awesome fishing, golf, hiking, skiing, and of course is the gateway to Glacier National Park. Best Western Whitefish Montana.
Things to do in Whitefish
Big Mountain Gondola Ride
Tide to the top of the mountain for views of Glacier Park. A restaurant and an interpretive center are located at the top of the mountain. Call 406-862-1900 for more information.
Flathead National Wild and Scenic River
The South, Middle and North forks of the Flathead River form the nation's longest wild and scenic river system stretching 219 miles across some of Montana's most beautiful backcountry. Rafting, kayaking and fishing are all available. Call 406-755-5401 for more information.
Glacier National Park
Set in the northern Rockies, Glacier National Park joins Waterton Lakes National Park in Alberta, Canada. Together they create the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park World Heritage Site. Going-to-the-Sun Road, a spectacular 52-mile highway through Glacier, crosses the Continental Divide at Logan Pass and traverses the towering Garden Wall. Glacier's gateway towns of East Glacier, West Glacier and St. Mary offer convenient stops for your car or yourself. Logan Pass normally opens mid-June and closes mid-October. Glacier has more than 700 miles of foot and horse trails. Call 406-888-7800 for more information.
Jewel Basin Hiking Area
Located at the north end of the Swan Range, this specially designated hiking area covers 15,349 acres and features 38 miles of trails. Rocky peaks, alpine lakes, streams, meadows and wildflowers make this truly a jewel basin. Call 406-755-5401 for more information.
O'Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center
This center offers a year-round calendar of theatre, music and dance. Call 406-862-5371 for more information.
Whitefish Lake State Park
This Park offers a campground, boating, fishing and swimming. Call 406-862-3991 for more information.