Flathead Valley
Beach & boat launch
2 miles away, best launch on Flathead Lake. Great gravel beach, our fave place to relax on hot afternoons!
We launch our boat here, and according to many, this is the best launch on Flathead Lake. We also come down to enjoy the beach and swim or lounge on pool floats!
Blue Bay Campground
27915 Montana Hwy 35We launch our boat here, and according to many, this is the best launch on Flathead Lake. We also come down to enjoy the beach and swim or lounge on pool floats!
Food scene
Great smoked prime rib, beautiful patio for dining plus a bar with great ambience! 5 miles away.
21 locals recommend
East Shore Smoke House
35103 Montana Hwy 35Great smoked prime rib, beautiful patio for dining plus a bar with great ambience! 5 miles away.
Sitting Duck
15265 Montana Hwy 35Great burgers & amazing views from the outdoor docks.
Great deck, good local music, great food & drinks! Popular spot, gets crowded sometimes.
63 locals recommend
The Raven
15321 Montana Hwy 35Great deck, good local music, great food & drinks! Popular spot, gets crowded sometimes.
Pocketstone Cafe
444 Electric AveGreat food!
Great lakeside dining, inside or out. Music sometimes.
18 locals recommend
Pete's Lakeview Bar & Grill
820 Shoreline DrGreat lakeside dining, inside or out. Music sometimes.
Sightseeing
Closest town, 11 miles south. Cute shops, great Farmers Market on Friday mornings! All necessities are here.
29 locals recommend
Polson
Closest town, 11 miles south. Cute shops, great Farmers Market on Friday mornings! All necessities are here.
Bigfork is NOT a sporting goods shop! It is an amazing village, artists’ enclave. So many art galleries and a few great places to eat.
157 locals recommend
Bigfork
Bigfork is NOT a sporting goods shop! It is an amazing village, artists’ enclave. So many art galleries and a few great places to eat.
City advice
Book before you go
Glacier reservations
Remember to check the GNP website to reserve an entry ticket or plan to enter the park before 6am or after 5pm … first year that reservations are required for most areas.