Julie's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Incredible views and lots of trails makes this a must for hikers! Only a 15-20 min drive to the Jewel Rd then the winding climb to the parking area. Put your boots on and get ready for the views that will knock your socks off! Take water and wear layers, ya never know how cool or not it may be up at these altitudes.
105 locals recommend
Jewel Basin
Incredible views and lots of trails makes this a must for hikers! Only a 15-20 min drive to the Jewel Rd then the winding climb to the parking area. Put your boots on and get ready for the views that will knock your socks off! Take water and wear layers, ya never know how cool or not it may be up at these altitudes.
Whitefish is the home to “Whitefish Mountain” one of the finest ski locations in Montana. Along with all the great activities of our “Big MT” is the awesome shopping and art galleries as well as world class dining available for visitors. Summertime art fairs and outdoor markets make Whitefish a perfect place to explore.
198 locals recommend
Whitefish
Whitefish is the home to “Whitefish Mountain” one of the finest ski locations in Montana. Along with all the great activities of our “Big MT” is the awesome shopping and art galleries as well as world class dining available for visitors. Summertime art fairs and outdoor markets make Whitefish a perfect place to explore.
If you want a fun full day out off the grid check out the small community of Polebridge. Next to the northern entrance to Glacier National Park it is a great place to grab some excellent food and drinks before heading out for a day hike to Bowman lake or If your really adventurous Kintla lake.
26 locals recommend
Polebridge
If you want a fun full day out off the grid check out the small community of Polebridge. Next to the northern entrance to Glacier National Park it is a great place to grab some excellent food and drinks before heading out for a day hike to Bowman lake or If your really adventurous Kintla lake.
Just into the northern entrance to Glacier park is the stunning Bowman Lake. With trails and a picnic area you can come while away a whole day. Make sure you bring bear spray , bug repellant and if you dare your bathing suit! This is a mountain fed lake who’s waters are cold and pure!
17 locals recommend
Bowman Lake
Just into the northern entrance to Glacier park is the stunning Bowman Lake. With trails and a picnic area you can come while away a whole day. Make sure you bring bear spray , bug repellant and if you dare your bathing suit! This is a mountain fed lake who’s waters are cold and pure!
Land that remains as authentic as the two and four legged that call it a safe space. Bring your camera and a picnic.
84 locals recommend
National Bison Range
58355 Bison Range RdLand that remains as authentic as the two and four legged that call it a safe space. Bring your camera and a picnic.
Food scene
The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
1380 Wisconsin AveFine dining and Montana atmosphere.
For the flavor of Montana try this fine dining experience in downtown Whitefish
119 locals recommend
Tupelo Grille
17 Central AveFor the flavor of Montana try this fine dining experience in downtown Whitefish
The Desoto Grill
227 1st St WUnique spot with outstanding breakfast and lunch in Kalispell.
Just outside the West entrance to Glacier Park is the Belton chalet. If you can catch it on a night when the pub has local music check out the extensive dining room menu and great atmosphere .
29 locals recommend
Belton Chalet
12575 US-2Just outside the West entrance to Glacier Park is the Belton chalet. If you can catch it on a night when the pub has local music check out the extensive dining room menu and great atmosphere .
Another one of Bigfork ethnic food spots!
This place has some excellent Mexican food with reasonable prices.
15 locals recommend
Taco Mexico Restaurant
8270 Montana Hwy 35Another one of Bigfork ethnic food spots!
This place has some excellent Mexican food with reasonable prices.
Whitefish has many excellent places to eat , dance and meet folks. GN is a popular spot with the younger crowds!
61 locals recommend
The Great Northern Bar & Grill
27 Central AveWhitefish has many excellent places to eat , dance and meet folks. GN is a popular spot with the younger crowds!
This place has been changing ( for the better) and makes great burgers and full bar, plus it’s been a locals secret for many years. There is music most weekends.
15 locals recommend
A Bar, Montana
11032 MT-83This place has been changing ( for the better) and makes great burgers and full bar, plus it’s been a locals secret for many years. There is music most weekends.
If you like Sushi this is your spot! Check out downtown Bigforks food scene!
61 locals recommend
Saketome
459 Electric AveIf you like Sushi this is your spot! Check out downtown Bigforks food scene!
City advice
Getting around
Use a car and your GPS
Try to arrive to your destination early.