Bigfork Guidebook
Best Eats
Oro Y Plata
Tacos, margaritas, and other Mexican offerings served in a hip, airy venue with a patio. We love to go here after walking the Wild Mile in Bigfork, great seating outside during summer!
Our favorite: Birria Tacos Trio
Saketome
Sushi restaurant in a casual atmosphere featuring sake and beer, plus vegetarian options. Super fun place to go for a nicer dinner, great for date nights! Best sushi in The Valley!
Our favorite: Massive Attack
Taco Mexico
Casual Mexican restaurant offering enchiladas, burritos, carne asada, and other classics, plus beer and wine. Super fast service and great authentic Mexican food!
Our favorite: Nachos!
Schafer's
Upscale restaurant with a fireplace, lake views, and a menu featuring steak and halibut, plus Sunday brunch. We love doing Sunday brunch here after playing pickleball, great spot for a fancy date night!
Our favorite: Pan Roasted Alaskan Halibut
Bigfork Whiskey & Wine
Casual lounge with a patio serving appetizers, salads, and entrees to accompany a wide selection of wine, whiskey, and beer. Great spot to go in the summer and sit out on the spacious patio, great food and drink options!
Our favorite: Smash Burger
The Sitting Duck
Montana-style eatery and bar featuring casual fare, live music, a casino, and waterfront seating. Super fun to do Sunday Bingo or live music on Friday nights. We love sitting outside with the view of Flathead Lake!
Our favorite: Ultimate Bloody Mary - it's a MEAL!
Pocketstone Cafe
Hearty American breakfast & lunch fare is served with coffee drinks in a simple, homey setting. Great breakfast spot in Bigfork!
Our favorite: Biscuits & Gravy
Echo Lake Cafe
Hands down the best breakfast in the Flathead Valley. There is usually a 20-30 minute wait but it's worth it. It's a must do while visiting!
Our favorite: Wrangler Scrambler with Gravy
Glacier National Park
Don't forget to book your vehicle reservations for Glacier National Park, you can either book in advance or the night before. If you're unable to book a vehicle reservation, you can also book a tour in the park and that will get you entrance into the park (bus, boat, or rafting tour). If you're not interested in a tour, you can enter before 7 AM or after 3 PM. You can learn more about vehicle reservations HERE.
Going To The Sun Road
Avalanche Lake
Great hike for spring time and if you're bringing kiddos along!
Lake McDonald Boat ToursWe make it an annual outing to do the boat tours on Lake McDonald. It's a great way to see the lake and learn it's history. It's also fun to see Lake McDonald during the winter and shoulder season months when the park isn't fully open.
Hidden Lake Overlook
Grinnell GlacierOne of our favorite hikes we do while in Glacier!
Trail of the Cedars
Whitewater RaftingWe recommend Whitewater Rafting through Wild River Adventures, you wont regret it!
Red Bus Tour
Great for Kids
Amazing Fun Center
Glacier Highline
Mini Golf Mini Golf at Camp Scout + Gather, located in between Whitefish and Columbia Falls. Brand new course with great food and drinks!
Whitefish Mountain Resort
Winter Activities
Snowmobiling We recommend taking a guided snowmobiling trip with the knowledgable guides at Swan Mountain Snowmobiling.
Whitefish Mountain Resort
Dog Sledding TourTake a Dog Sledding Tour with Dog Sled Adventures out of Whitefish!
Ice Fishing Guides
Other Activities
Downtown Whitefish & Kalispell Spend a day shopping, eating, and having a drink Downtown Whitefish or Kalispell, it won't disappoint!
Flathead Lake
Walk the Wild Mile Walk the Wild Mile and take in the views in Bigfork, MT. Enjoy tacos at Oro Y Plata afterwards!
Horseback Riding
Fly Fishing GuideSpend a day on the river fly fishing with Bigfork Anglers!
Huckleberry Picking
