Whitefish Travel Guide

  Whitefish, MT
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Horseback ride at the Bar W Guest Ranch

Horseback ride at the Bar W Guest Ranch, Whitefish

 RanchGirl01 Says:  The Bar W has developed the most advanced and diverse equestrian program in the West. As you may have already guessed the Bar W Guest Ranch is a very horse oriented ranch with a diverse horseback riding program and some of the most experienced training available anywhere.The... 

Snowboard

Snowboard, Whitefish

 Destiny911 Says:  Big Montain is the King of resort Montains. if you love winter activities or just want an incredible view then you cannot miss this one. During the winter it is humming with snowboarders and skiiers from all over the world and during the summer season there is hiking and... 

The Mountain Top Facility

The Mountain Top Facility, Whitefish

 bdbrewer Says:  This is the place to come for a hot meal, a park ranger's briefing, a small museum, a beautiful view when in inclement weather, a hot (or cold) drink, and there is a well stocked bar for those so inclined. 

ENJOYING THE FIELD OF FLOWERS

ENJOYING THE FIELD OF FLOWERS, Whitefish

 bdbrewer Says:  It was warm in the valley. Around 80F. On top of Big Mountain, the wind was a brisk 35mph and the temperature dropped to 45. It was a beautiful day, however, and walking kept you warm. The flowers surrounded you everywhere you looked. 

The Valley Floor From Big Mountain

The Valley Floor From Big Mountain, Whitefish

 bdbrewer Says:  Over on the top far right hand corner, you can see Flathead Lake. This is where we are camped. We used this as a base for travelling to all places of interest. 

HIKING ON BIG MOUNTAIN

HIKING ON BIG MOUNTAIN, Whitefish

 bdbrewer Says:  It was warm in the valley. Around 80F. On top of Big Mountain, the wind was a brisk 35mph and the temperature dropped to 45. It was a beautiful day, however, and walking kept you warm. The flowers surrounded you everywhere you looked. 

Hotels  

North Forty Resort

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Restaurants  

Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant: Best Mexican Food in the Flathead Valley!

Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant: Best Mexican Food in the Flathead Valley!, Whitefish

 Calibogue Says:  Dos Amigos has something great for everyone. The food is always fresh and delicious, the service is fast and friendly, and the atmosphere is accomodating for all ages. In addition to great food and a kids menu, the bar offers an excellent selection of imported beer, as well... 

Mambo Italiano: Italian in the Montains?

Mambo Italiano: Italian in the Montains?, Whitefish

 Destiny911 Says:  It has a loud and energetic feal to it. The Cooks are in the room with you and they are all incredible singers who love to preform as much as cook. The tables are covered with paper so you can draw and the pictures are taped all over the celing and walls. There is also a... 

Nightlife  

Great Northern: Great Northern

Great Northern: Great Northern, Whitefish

 spadir Says:  The cold beer, friendly people, fun casual, anything goes 

Great Northern Saloon & Grill...

Great Northern Saloon & Grill..., Whitefish

 hareear Says:  Great Northern Saloon & Grill is the most popular place in town, but I was more comfortable at the Bulldog Saloon. Great Northern has a little younger crowd, and is frequently crowded; the Bulldog is more laid back and has better food. Try the Southwestern Chicken... 

Transportation  

We flew Delta from Florida. ...

We flew Delta from Florida. ..., Whitefish

 sundreamer Says:  We flew Delta from Florida. No direct routes but never had any problems either with connecting flights, etc. Big Mountain offers a shuttle from the airport to their hotels on the mountain.In the winter if you stay on Big Mountain you can definitely utilize the SNOW bus. It... 

Delta Salt Lake

Delta Salt Lake, Whitefish

 spadir Says:  walking or shuttle to mountain 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Black Ice, very slippery and...

Black Ice, very slippery and..., Whitefish

 spadir Says:  Black Ice, very slippery and not visable 

Tourist Traps  

none so far

none so far, Whitefish

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What to Pack  

Packing List

Packing List, Whitefish

 spadir Says:  Duffles gortex and layer items boots blue jeans hats ski clothes 

Off The Beaten Path  

The railroad, the lakes

The railroad, the lakes, Whitefish

 spadir Says:

Drive 20 miles northwest to...

Drive 20 miles northwest to..., Whitefish

 hareear Says:  Drive 20 miles northwest to Olney, and go for a dog sled ride. It is pricey, at $60. per person for a two hour ride, but it is worth it for the experience of dashing through the woods 'at the speed of dog'! 

Sports & Outdoors  

Practice Yoga at Shanti Yoga Studio

Practice Yoga at Shanti Yoga Studio, Whitefish

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Favorites  

Energizing place

Energizing place, Whitefish

 subabybugsy Says:  Practice yoga at Shanti Yoga StudioVisit Big Mountain The beautiful nature surrounded by Mountains 

Go up to the summit of Big...

Go up to the summit of Big..., Whitefish

 sundreamer Says:  Go up to the summit of Big Mountain. Summer time, go to Glacier Nat'l Park-Many Glacier. Winter time SKI of course! The people. They are so friendly. It's like meeting old friends. 

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 Outdoors Dream - If you like the outdoors, then Montana is a beautiful place. Whitefish is a tiny resort town at the base of Big Mountain. Which provides with an awesome snowboarding experiene in the winter and a... 

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spadir's new Whitefish Page

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 From Ponte Vedra Beach to Whitefish MT. The two most beautiful places in the world. 

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WHITEFISH, MONTANA (Big Mountain Ski Resort)

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 Whitefish is a lovely, fresh, little town. Kind of reminds you of a yuppie community somewhere in Washington State. The people are friendly and the scenery is eye popping. 

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sundreamer's new Whitefish Page

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 Whitefish is a quaint litle town with great restaurants. The Big Mountain has a great family friendy ski resort. We've been there summer and winter. There is nothing better than hiking Glacier Nat'l... 

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Outdoors Dream

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 If you like the outdoors, then Montana is a beautiful place. Whitefish is a tiny resort town at the base of Big Mountain. Which provides with an awesome snowboarding experiene in the winter and a... 

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 I love it here . . . I am trying to find a way to live in Whitefish. 

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