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Anyone can visit Kalispell. But this isn’t a place that should just be visited. It’s a place for venturing boldly and digging deep through guided tours and off-the-beaten-path experiences.

One of the best ways to experience a place like Kalispell, Montana, is to go beyond the surface. From tours to educational experiences and soaking up local history to cruising the best two-lane roads Montana has to offer, there is so much to see, do and enjoy in and around the Flathead Valley. 

The best way to see Montana is on a scenic drive. Easily accessible from Kalispell, local favorites include the loop around Flathead Lake, Kalispell to Libby (with a stop at Kootenai Falls and the Kootenai Falls Swinging Bridge) and Glacier National Park.

Make a full loop around the Crown of the Continent by taking U.S. Highway 2 along the park’s southern border before traveling back to Kalispell on the jaw-dropping Going-to-the-Sun Road. 

Experienced guides and outfitters are well-equipped to provide the most memorable tours, trips and activities possible, with options that include llama treks, year-round kayaking excursions, horseback trail rides, fishing adventures and interpretive tours. Whether you have a few hours or a few days, make the most of your time in Kalispell. 

These Montana Views Will Make You Think You’re in a National Park

When it comes to planning a visit to northwest Montana, chances are Glacier National Park is high on your list of places to visit. Our favorite national park is open year-round and you are always welcome to visit. But as locals who live, love and breathe Montana, we need to tell you that there is […]

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Epic motorcycle rides: Twists and turns and breathtaking scenery

When it comes to scenic destinations for motorcycle riders, Kalispell, Montana is at the epicenter of them all. From Kalispell, the anchor of Montana’s Flathead Valley, motorcyclists can set out in a variety of directions to take in the scenic beauty that’s found around every curve in the road and awaiting at roadside pullouts. From […]

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Scenic Drives: Road Trip Routes from Kalispell, Montana

If there was ever a destination that was made for scenic drives, it’s northwest Montana. No matter which direction you look, there are stunning mountain ranges, lush farmlands and snow-fed rivers and lakes. As the hub of the Flathead Valley, Kalispell is an ideal location to base your vacation and explore the area’s scenic road […]

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Kayak guide with guests on the shore of Flathead Lake

Elevate Your Montana Experience: Go With a Guide

One of the best ways to make the most of your vacation in Kalispell and northwest Montana is to book a tour, adventure or activity with an experienced guide or outfitter. With wide-open spaces, mountain ranges, rushing waters and wild terrain, going with a guide helps ensure you have the best experience possible, all while […]

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Glacier Raft Co.

Fishing, Flathead National Forest, Glacier National Park, Outdoor Recreation, Outfitters and Guides, Places to Go, Tours & Sightseeing, Water Sports

Join Glacier Raft Company for an experience that will be the highlight of your vacation – an adventure on the river. Whitewater, scenic floats, fly fishing, multi-day and wilderness trips, and cabins. ...
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Glacier Guides and Montana Raft

Biking, Fishing, Flathead National Forest, Glacier National Park, Hiking, Outdoor Recreation, Outfitters and Guides, Places to Go, Tours & Sightseeing, Water Sports

Glacier Guides and Montana Raft is an eco-conscious company based in West Glacier, Montana offering whitewater rafting, scenic floating, hiking, biking, backpacking, fishing, equipment sales and rentals, and lodging. We also operate the quiet, cozy Glacier Guides Lodge at the west entrance to Glacier National Park, and have a charming Guest House available for family escapes. We strive to provide ...
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Big Sky Fishing Charters: home of Howes, A-Able & MoFisch Charters

Fishing, Flathead Lake, Outdoor Recreation, Outfitters and Guides, Places to Go, Tours & Sightseeing, Water Sports

WATER RECREATION FLATHEAD LAKE: Big Sky Fishing Charters: home of Howes, A-Able, & MoFisch Charters has six boats available for fishing year round around the Flathead Valley. We offer Full and Half day fishing trips for groups 1 up to 15 people. All boats have covered areas, heat, enclosed cabins & restrooms. We also have a 4 hour tour Jun.-Sept. Big Sky Fishing Charters also offers a fou...
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Three Chiefs Cultural Center

Arts & Culture, Indian Reservations, Indoor Activities, Learning Experiences, Museums, Places to Go, Tours & Sightseeing, Visual & Interactive Arts

Located in Ronan is the Three Chiefs Cultural Center (formerly know as The People’s Center). The center was rebranded as Three Chiefs Cultural Center to honor the three tribes that make up the Flathead Reservation: the Salish (Bitterroot Salish), Qlispe (Pend d’Oreilles) and Ksanka (Kootenai). The center includes a gift shop and a small museum gallery, and educational programs. Classes...
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Northwest Montana History Museum

Arts & Culture, Downtown, Historic sites, Indoor Activities, Museums, Places to Go, Shopping, Tours & Sightseeing, Visual & Interactive Arts

Northwest Montana’s premium history museum, featuring exhibitions on American Indian Culture, Flathead Valley History, Demersville, timber industry, and the School Bell Books & Gifts Store. Elegant rooms available for community events. ...
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Montana Kayak Academy

Learning Experiences, Outdoor Recreation, Outfitters and Guides, Water Sports

The Montana Kayak Academy (MKA) provides professional educational opportunities led by certified instructors for individuals of all ages who want to learn the fundamentals of whitewater kayaking. MKA provides gear rentals for all your whitewater kayaking needs, including kayaks, paddles, dry tops, skirts, helmets, personal flotation devices (PFDs), and booties for your next river adventure in Nort...
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Blacktail Mountain Ski Area

Biking, Cross-country skiing, Food & Drink, Hiking, Outdoor Recreation, Places to Go, Restaurants, Scenic Drive, Skiing/Snowboarding, Tours & Sightseeing, Winter Sports

Blacktail Mountain Ski Area, located 28 miles southwest of Kalispell. This north-facing area features more than 1,000 acres of mostly intermediate runs, plus several miles of groomed Nordic skiing, perfect for a winter skiing biathlon. Blacktail Mountain is affordable and family-friendly with a cozy lodge for fireside lunch breaks and a full bar and grill on the upper level for après ski. The slo...
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DREAM Adaptive Recreation

Biking, Flathead National Forest, Learning Experiences, Outdoor Recreation, Outfitters and Guides, Places to Go, Skiing/Snowboarding, Tours & Sightseeing, Water Sports

DREAM Adaptive is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that has been serving the community for over 30 years. Our mission is to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing year-round adaptive outdoor fun. ...
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Longview Lavender Farm

Arts & Culture, Farm Experiences, Learning Experiences, Places to Go, Shopping, Spas & Wellness, Tours & Sightseeing, Visual & Interactive Arts, Wellness

With over 8,000 plants get lost in the fragrant fields of Longview Lavender Farm.  Set against the majestic Rocky Mountains: u-pick lavender, a farm shop with an array of lavender products, live plants and countless photo opportunities are available. ...
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Creston National Fish Hatchery

Hiking, Learning Experiences, Outdoor Recreation, Places to Go, Tours & Sightseeing

The Creston National Fish Hatchery works to improve recreational fishing and to restore aquatic species that are at risk. Visitors are welcome to visit the Hatchery to view the fish production process. Self-guided tours are welcomed and encouraged. Guided tours are available upon advanced request. Trails include interpretive signs and are handicap accessible. There is a handicap accessible trail t...
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