With the holidays right around the corner, we know you have lots of choices when it comes to shopping for the people on your list. As a tight-knit mountain community in Montana’s Flathead Valley, we also know the importance of shopping small and supporting local as now, perhaps more than ever, Kalispell businesses need our […]

Each winter, Kalispell, Montana welcomes epic amounts of snowfall that transform our mountains and valleys into an epic winter wonderland. Around here, no matter the season, we’re big believers in safety first and adventure second, whether that means making responsible winter recreation choices like checking road conditions or staying home when you’re sick. At the […]

In Montana, we are having a fall unlike any other. Both September and October have been filled with beautiful temperatures, crisp nights, star-filled skies and a mix of fall foliage and vibrant colors that stop you in your tracks. And while we’re soaking up every moment of autumn, we also know it can be fleeting. […]

In Montana, vibrant colors aren’t necessarily the first thing that comes to mind when you think of fall. And to be honest, we kind of like it that way. Around here, autumn brings a mixed palette of reds, yellows and oranges that paint the hillsides and valleys, while also adding some rich colors to our […]

A true Montana cowboy, Cecil is a fourth-generation Montanan who has called Kalispell home since 1964. Born and raised in Polson (Kalispell’s neighbor to the south), Cecil spent years outfitting in Montana’s Bob Marshall Wilderness and just over 30 years ago, decided to transition to operating Artemis Acres Paint Horse Guest Ranch, which is a […]

While our favorite national park is open in limited capacity (in case you missed it, the West Glacier, Camas and North Fork entrances are the only ones open for this summer) and you are always welcome to visit, we feel like we need to tell you something: there’s so much to see outside of Glacier […]

This summer, locals and visitors alike are spending more time outside and heck, we don’t blame them. Montana’s wide-open spaces are ideal for travelers looking to get away to fresh mountain air, western hospitality and places that almost seem perfectly designed for practicing social distancing. Plus, with 147,000 square miles in Montana and numerous outdoor […]

For many travelers, this summer means staying close to home, taking long weekend trips and exploring our backyards. While all of Montana is beautiful, we think it’s time you meet Kalispell. If you’re a Montana local, chances are you’ve driven through Kalispell on your way north to see our pals in Canada, taking turns down […]

As Montana has started to gradually reopen, we’re happy to share that the lifeblood of Kalispell—our downtown—is open as well. If you’ve strolled along our main streets in downtown Kalispell, chances are you’ve rubbed elbows with local shop owners, chefs, baristas, brewers and more who make their home and livelihood in our mountain town. And […]

If you’ve been to Kalispell in the past or if you follow us on social media, we know you’re used to seeing us inviting you to come and explore Montana and the Flathead Valley. But as we’re still in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic and Montana is going through a phased reopening (one that clearly states that all non-resident travelers must self-quarantine for 14 days), we also know that you need some fuel for your daydreams.