Emily's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Lone Pine offers views of the Flathead Valley and surrounding areas. They offer 7.5 miles of trails for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, or horseback riding. There is a visitor’s center that is open year round, as well as children’s activities and other workshops.
83 locals recommend
Lone Pine State Park
300 Lone Pine RdLone Pine offers views of the Flathead Valley and surrounding areas. They offer 7.5 miles of trails for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, or horseback riding. There is a visitor’s center that is open year round, as well as children’s activities and other workshops.
With views of Big Mountain, Whitefish State Park offers a swimming area and picnic tables to spend the day on Whitefish Lake.
13 locals recommend
WHITEFISH LAKE STATE PARK
1615 W Lakeshore DrWith views of Big Mountain, Whitefish State Park offers a swimming area and picnic tables to spend the day on Whitefish Lake.
City Beach is a perfect place to spend a lake day and enjoy views of Big Mountain and Whitefish Lake. There are kayak & paddleboard rentals available as well as a concession stand. City Beach does get extremely busy during the summer, so going at less popular times or checking out different parts of Whitefish Lake is recommended if you’re looking for some peace & quiet!
51 locals recommend
Whitefish Montana
70 Lakeside BoulevardCity Beach is a perfect place to spend a lake day and enjoy views of Big Mountain and Whitefish Lake. There are kayak & paddleboard rentals available as well as a concession stand. City Beach does get extremely busy during the summer, so going at less popular times or checking out different parts of Whitefish Lake is recommended if you’re looking for some peace & quiet!
Food Scene
Delicious, Montana made ice cream! They offer unique and classic flavors. My favorites are the honey cinnamon and huckleberry 😋
50 locals recommend
Sweet Peaks Ice Cream - Whitefish
419 E 3rd StDelicious, Montana made ice cream! They offer unique and classic flavors. My favorites are the honey cinnamon and huckleberry 😋
Buffalo Cafe
514 E 3rd StGreat food & great service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Polebridge is an amazing place to visit. The merc offers tons of great souvenirs and baked goods. If you visit, try one of the bear claws 🐻
62 locals recommend
Polebridge Mercantile & Bakery
265 Polebridge LoopPolebridge is an amazing place to visit. The merc offers tons of great souvenirs and baked goods. If you visit, try one of the bear claws 🐻
Abruzzo offers amazing Italian cuisine and a beautiful dining atmosphere. Must visit!
51 locals recommend
Abruzzo Italian Kitchen
115 Central AveAbruzzo offers amazing Italian cuisine and a beautiful dining atmosphere. Must visit!
Indah Sushi is one of my favorite restaurants in Whitefish. They have amazing food & drinks and offer outdoor seating as well.
26 locals recommend
Indah Sushi
250 E Second StIndah Sushi is one of my favorite restaurants in Whitefish. They have amazing food & drinks and offer outdoor seating as well.
Tupelo is a fine dining restaurant that offers delicious New Orleans-style food. One of my favorite places to eat in Whitefish!
119 locals recommend
Tupelo Grille
17 Central AveTupelo is a fine dining restaurant that offers delicious New Orleans-style food. One of my favorite places to eat in Whitefish!
Amazing Crepes offer delicious sweet & savory crepes and have many options of both! They also offer a variety of coffee and specialty drinks.
29 locals recommend
Amazing Crepes
123 Central AveAmazing Crepes offer delicious sweet & savory crepes and have many options of both! They also offer a variety of coffee and specialty drinks.
Hellroaring Saloon is a historic restaurant that once was the base lodge of Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort. Originally located in downtown Whitefish, the saloon was relocated to Big Mountain in the 80s. Located above chair two, you can ski in and ski out. Enjoy a menu with a wide range of options, a full bar, and friendly locals.
10 locals recommend
Hellroaring Saloon
3910 Big Mountain RdHellroaring Saloon is a historic restaurant that once was the base lodge of Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort. Originally located in downtown Whitefish, the saloon was relocated to Big Mountain in the 80s. Located above chair two, you can ski in and ski out. Enjoy a menu with a wide range of options, a full bar, and friendly locals.
With a beautiful atmosphere and decor, the Firebrand offers live music, delicious food, and drinks. There is outdoor seating with heating available. Check out their website for their lineup of unique artists performing this month.
7 locals recommend
The Firebrand Restaurant
650 E 3rd StWith a beautiful atmosphere and decor, the Firebrand offers live music, delicious food, and drinks. There is outdoor seating with heating available. Check out their website for their lineup of unique artists performing this month.
Wine & Beer
Bonsai Brewing Project
549 Wisconsin AveBonsai offers an amazing selection of craft beer.
Montana Tap House
845 Wisconsin AveThe Tap House offers a huge selection of local & craft beer.
Local tasting room downtown Whitefish. They offer a huge selection of wines with flavors inspired by Whitefish itself.
7 locals recommend
Unleashed: A Winery
20 Spokane AveLocal tasting room downtown Whitefish. They offer a huge selection of wines with flavors inspired by Whitefish itself.
Things To Do
Action Rentals offers snowmobile, ATV, & RZR rentals & guides. Check them out at actionrentalsmt.com!
9 locals recommend
Action Rentals
1027 Martin Creek RoadAction Rentals offers snowmobile, ATV, & RZR rentals & guides. Check them out at actionrentalsmt.com!
Traveler advice
Book before you go
Getting Around/Rental Cars
You definitely will need a car to get around and get the most out of your trip to GNP or Whitefish! This year, there has been a shortage of rental cars for travelers. We recommend booking your rental car in advance if you need one.
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Local Tips
Farmer’s Markets are on Tuesdays 5pm-7:30pm downtown Whitefish May 25- September 28. There is an additional harvest market October 12. The farmers market is located at Depot Park at the north end of Central Ave. Live music is often happening every weekend in one of the bars or restaurants downtown: Remington, Casey’s, etc.
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Bear Spray
If you plan on spending any time outdoors, please remember to buy, carry, and know how to use bear spray! You can find it at Sportsman’s Ski Haus in Whitefish. You cannot fly with bear spray so remember to dispose of it properly before heading home.
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GNP Ticketed System
Glacier National Park is implementing a ticketed system to get into the park. You can find more information about the system and how it works, how to get your ticket, and more at nps.gov. *MAY 27-SEPT 11 2022: Glacier will be implementing the system again!*