Bigfork Guidebook
Food scene
Casual local spot on the shores of Flathead Lake near Bigfork Montana. Local beef and bison burgers, yak meatloaf, fish tacos, calamari, shrimp salad and more Fun for the whole family!
63 locals recommend
The Raven
15321 Montana Hwy 35Casual local spot on the shores of Flathead Lake near Bigfork Montana. Local beef and bison burgers, yak meatloaf, fish tacos, calamari, shrimp salad and more Fun for the whole family!
Buzz N Bagels
11 Montana Hwy 35Great coffee and specialty bagel sandwiches!
Saketome
459 Electric AveGreat atmosphere with great drinks and sushi.
Pocketstone Cafe
444 Electric AveBest breakfast in Bigfork!!
Echo Lake Cafe
1195 MT-83Great breakfast and lunch.
Great selection of gluten free options and anything else you will need for your stay.
39 locals recommend
Bigfork Harvest Foods
8111 Montana Hwy 35Great selection of gluten free options and anything else you will need for your stay.
Stop by for the best burger around after a long day on the lake!
28 locals recommend
Burgertown Dairy Freeze
8595 Montana Hwy 35Stop by for the best burger around after a long day on the lake!
The Desoto Grill
227 1st St WA hidden gem in Kalispell! Best BBQ and amazing cornbread!
The Spot
51 Woodland Park DrThe BEST doughnuts in the valley!
Entertainment
Bigfork Summer Playhouse
526 Electric AveI must see and a local favorite!
Games N Taps
Conrad Mansion
330 Woodland AveThis is a really cool tour.
One of my favorites
Fun place to unwind and they let you bring your own drinks in.
15 locals recommend
Hank's Hatchets Axe Throwing
6078 U.S. 93 SFun place to unwind and they let you bring your own drinks in.
Glacier Ziplines
7840 Hwy 2 EUnforgettable views as you zip line through the trees!
Super fun miniature golf course, maze, bumper boats and a go cart track!
53 locals recommend
Amazing Fun Center
10265 Hwy 2 ESuper fun miniature golf course, maze, bumper boats and a go cart track!
Big Sky Waterpark
7211 Hwy 2 EAlways a great way to beat the summer heat!
Whitefish Mountain Resort
1015 Glades DrSO many winter and summer activities!
Flathead Lake Alpine Coaster
A fun coaster for the whole family!
Boat and Water Toy Rentals
Rent a boat or other water toys!
They will also drop-off and pick-up rentals for an additional fee.
11 locals recommend
Bigfork Outdoor Rentals
110 Swan River RoadRent a boat or other water toys!
They will also drop-off and pick-up rentals for an additional fee.
Base Camp Bigfork, LLC
8525 Montana Hwy 35Rent a boat or other water toys!
OId Faithful Watersports
Rent boats, jet skis, paddle boards
Sightseeing
Very fun place for the whole family. Enjoy the sun set while relaxing on one of the rocky cliffs!
18 locals recommend
Wayfarers / Flathead Lake State Park
8600 Montana Hwy 35Very fun place for the whole family. Enjoy the sun set while relaxing on one of the rocky cliffs!
A beautiful island on Flathead Lake offering wildlife and great views. A nice area to swim and hike! You must have a boat to get there:) http://www.boatrentalsandrides.com/boat-rides-to-wild-horse-island/ offers a shuttle
9 locals recommend
Flathead Lake - Wild Horse Island State Park
A beautiful island on Flathead Lake offering wildlife and great views. A nice area to swim and hike! You must have a boat to get there:) http://www.boatrentalsandrides.com/boat-rides-to-wild-horse-island/ offers a shuttle
Recreation
Horseback riding in the beautiful Swan Valley!
https://www.swanmountainoutfitters.com/
Just about a 29 min. drive from the town of Bigfork.
10 locals recommend
Swan Mountain Outfitters LLC
26356 Soup Creek RdHorseback riding in the beautiful Swan Valley!
https://www.swanmountainoutfitters.com/
Just about a 29 min. drive from the town of Bigfork.
So many fun things to do year round!
https://skiwhitefish.com/
Just about a 53 min. drive from the town of Bigfork.
337 locals recommend
Whitefish Mountain Resort
1015 Glades DrSo many fun things to do year round!
https://skiwhitefish.com/
Just about a 53 min. drive from the town of Bigfork.
Miniature golf, bumper boats, a maze and more!
http://amazingfuncenter.com/
Just about a 37 min. drive from the town of Bigfork.
53 locals recommend
Amazing Fun Center
10265 Hwy 2 EMiniature golf, bumper boats, a maze and more!
http://amazingfuncenter.com/
Just about a 37 min. drive from the town of Bigfork.
Fun water slides!
http://www.bigskywp.com/
Just about a 27 min. drive from the town of Bigfork.
65 locals recommend
Big Sky Waterpark
7211 Hwy 2 EFun water slides!
http://www.bigskywp.com/
Just about a 27 min. drive from the town of Bigfork.
Pick's Bowling Center
209 MT-82Fun atmosphere! Now known as- Grizzly Lanes.
Artemis Acres Painthorse Ranch
610 Patrick Creek Rdhttp://artemisacres.com/
Hooked On Montana
5463 US-93The best fishing charter on Flathead Lake!
Nightlife
Fun atmosphere on the lake in Woods Bay. Karaoke every Saturday night!
21 locals recommend
Sitting Duck
15265 Montana Hwy 35Fun atmosphere on the lake in Woods Bay. Karaoke every Saturday night!
Buffalo Saloon and Casino
5 Swan WayFun saloon with live music!
The Garden Bar
451 Electric AveDowntown Bigfork- has live music
City advice
Don't miss
Glacier National Park
If you are planning on visiting Glacier National Park, you need to log on to- https://www.recreation.gov/ They are now requiring ticketed reservations to enter the park May 27 through-September 11, 2022. The only way around not getting a ticket would be to enter the park before 6 am or after 5pm. You can also book an activity in the park which will give you access.
Don't miss
Flathead Valley Events
Here is a link to many things going on in the valley including live music and other special events. https://www.flatheadevents.net/
Don't miss
Family Fun Flathead Valley Events
Here is a link for more family fun events.
https://www.fcvb.org/events-in-northwest-montana.php
Don't miss
The Bigfork Farmer's Market
Open Mid-May to Mid-October a great place to get the local feel and pick up some fresh produce or a gift.
https://www.bigforkfarmersmarket.com/