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Inaugural Event in Kalispell had 170 Participants from 31 States Tuesday, October 10, 2023—Kalispell, Montana—170 backpackers descended on Kalispell, Montana, in late September for the inaugural HIGHLANDER event where they cleaned up 1,202.73 pounds of trash. With two formats – Hercules (54 miles, five days) and Pegasus (38 miles, three days) – HIGHLANDER participants ranged […]

Lodging Expansions Lead the Way in Kalispell for 2024 New Hotels, Remodels and Distinct Properties Open in Northwest Montana Tuesday, January 16, 2024—Kalispell, Montana—Located between Flathead Lake and Glacier National Park, Kalispell – the hub of Montana’s Flathead Valley – has welcomed two new lodging properties, as well as remodeled facilities for 2024. “While Kalispell […]

Competitors Return to the Shores of Flathead Lake in May Wednesday, April 26, 2023—Kalispell, Montana—For the 10th year, the Montana Spartan Trifecta is returning to the Kalispell area and bringing competitors from near and far to this annual event. Held May 6-7, 2023, the race includes a sprint, super, beast, ultra and kids events. “We […]

National Travel and Tourism Week Wednesday, May 3, 2023—Kalispell, Montana—Discover Kalispell is joining tourism partners from across the country to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), an annual event that spotlights the impact of the travel, tourism and hospitality industry. Held May 7-13, 2023, this year marks the 40th anniversary of NTTW and the […]

Minutes from Glacier National Park, Discover Kalispell Launches The Great American Road Trip Tuesday, May 18, 2021 — Kalispell, Montana — As confidence in travel continues to increase and concerns around COVID-19 decrease, more than 70% of Americans say they are excited and looking forward to traveling this summer, according to a recent survey from […]

Funds Available for Events and Visitor Development Projects  September 13, 2021—Kalispell, Montana—As part of its mission to strengthen Kalispell’s tourism economy, Discover Kalispell is accepting applications for event and visitor development grants, with $12,000 available this fiscal year to assist qualified offerings and projects. “Through our event grant program, we provide support for events that […]

During National Travel and Tourism Week Monday, May 2, 2022—Kalispell, Montana—Discover Kalispell is joining tourism partners from across the country to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), an annual event that spotlights the impact of travel, tourism and hospitality. Slated for May 1 – 7, 2022, this year’s theme for NTTW is the Future […]

To Promote Recreating Responsibly, Discover Kalispell Launches New Campaign  Tuesday, July 19, 2022—Kalispell, Montana—With summer fully underway and the Flathead Valley busting at the seams with travelers who are here to enjoy outdoor recreation, small-town charm and Glacier National Park, Discover Kalispell recently launched a new recreate responsibly campaign with the tagline of “Treat It […]

Study Seeks Local Feedback Residents Encouraged to Take Online Survey and Attend Upcoming Public Meetings Wednesday, October 26, 2022—Kalispell, Montana—As tourism growth in Kalispell and the Flathead Valley have increased in recent years, Discover Kalispell MT is asking for resident feedback in their community engagement study. “It’s important to engage our community in conversations about […]