Kalispell Guidebook

Best Eats

  Mercantile Steak


Our favorite date night spot in Kalispell. It's a super fun and cozy atmosphere right downtown Kalispell, with amazing steaks and seafood. It's a must visit!

Our favorite: Bison Ribeye


   Sunrift Brewery


Amazing smoked meat, BBQ, and salads. Great spot for winter or summer, if you go in the warmer months, the outside patio is a fun vibe! 

Our favorite: Sunrift Burrito


    The Desoto Grill


BBQ food, sandwiches and Montana craft brews in an upbeat restaurant. We think it's the best BBQ in town!

Our favorite: Brisket Sandwich with Mac & Chees


   Mooses Pizza


Best pizza in the Flathead Valley in a unique bar atmosphere! It's a must see while visiting Kalispell. Great for lunch or dinner with the cheapest beer in town!

Our favorite: Combo Pizza 


    Hops Downtown Grill


Hefty signature burgers & fries pair with craft beer & wines in a casual space with rustic decor. Small setting so get your name on the list and do some shopping downtown while you wait, great food and atmosphere downtown Kalispell!

Our favorite: Slider Trio Burgers


    La Casita


Only open during the week days but it's a great spot for lunch. It's the best and most authentic Mexican food we've had anywhere in the Flathead Valley. Our favorite quick lunch spot to go! 

Our favorite: Chimichanga


    Freestone Restaurant


Steak, seafood, and cocktails round out the menu at this stylish venue with an open kitchen. Great for a date night or if you're celebrating, one of our favorite nicer dinners in Kalispell! 

Our favorite: Himalayan Salt Block Ribeye


    Fatt Boys Bar


Our go to spot when we can't decide on what we want, they have almost anything you can think of and it's all good! Bingo on Tuesday nights are always fun!

Our favorite: Fish & Chips


    Sykes Diner


Longtime neighborhood market with a pharmacy, a cafe & a humble diner serving comfort food. Our favorite breakfast in the Kalispell, get there before 9 AM and coffee is $.10! 

Our favorite: Chicken Fried Steak


    The Spot


Hands down the best donuts in Kalispell and breakfast sandwich! They don't offer dine in, so it's a great option for drive through and quick service!

Our favorite: Breakfast Sandwich

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 Tours


We 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

Quick hike with amazing views, we've always seen wildlife!


  Grinnell Glacier


One of our favorite hikes we do while in Glacier!


   Trail of the Cedars

Great for kids, quick easy walk along beautiful landscapes!


  Whitewater Rafting


We recommend Whitewater Rafting through Wild River Adventures, you wont regret it!


   Red Bus Tour

Red Bus Tours through Glacier National Park Lodges can be a great way to see more of the park and learn it's history.


Great for Kids

   Amazing Fun Center

The Amazing Fun Center is on your way to Glacier and has a maze, bumper boats, mini golf, go carts, and more!


   Glacier Highline

Featuring 50 high-flying activities, including ziplines, a 30-ft rock wall, and ground inflatables, there are activity options for all ages.


   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

Whitefish Mountain Resort is a great way to spend the day, offering Alpine Slides, scenic rides on the Gondolas to enjoy a meal at the Summit House, and so much more for families! 


Winter Activities

   Snowmobiling 

We recommend taking a guided snowmobiling trip with the knowledgable guides at Swan Mountain Snowmobiling. 


   Whitefish Mountain Resort

Spend a day skiing over 3,000 acres of bowls, chutes, glades, and groomers on Whitefish Mountain Resort. Don't miss out on the Nachos at Hellroaring for lunch!


   Dog Sledding Tour

Take a Dog Sledding Tour with Dog Sled Adventures out of Whitefish!


   Ice Fishing Guides

Go on an ice fishing guided trip with Howes Fishing!


Other Activities

   Downtown Whitefish & Kalispell 

Spend a day shopping, eating, and having a drink Downtown Whitefish or Kalispell, it won't disappoint! 


   Flathead Lake

Rent a boat, book a tour on the Far West Boat Tours, or use a public beach access to spend some time cooling off in some of the clearest fresh water in the world! 


   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

Book a day of horseback riding through Montana's landscapes with Montana Horse Works. 


   Fly Fishing Guide

Spend a day on the river fly fishing with Bigfork Anglers!


   Huckleberry Picking

Pick huckleberries on any of Montana's public lands or Whitefish Mountain Resort.