Kalispell
Kalispell, Montana, although small in population, is visited by many tourists annually as an escape into the wilderness from day-to-day life.
From Flathead Valley to the region’s national forests, it’s easy to find an opportunity for some outdoor adventure. Tourists will also love the calm, quaint, and harmonious beauty of downtown Kalispell within the natural, preserved landscape of Montana.
Kalispell at a Glance
Millions of people travel to the Flathead Valley annually to experience the sights and sounds that the area has to offer. There are many parks and recreational areas in the Valley including Glacier National Park, Whitefish, and Flathead Lake.
Other major attractions include the distinguished Conrad Madison, a 26-room mansion, which offers both educational and entertaining tours year-round. People of all ages will love learning about the Conrad family’s history and their impact on the state of Montana.
Kalispell is both the largest city and commercial center of northwest Montana and the seat of Flathead County. The city’s name derives from a Salish word meaning ‘flat land above the lake.” With a population of around 23,000, the area attracts millions of tourists annually.
The geography of the Flathead Valley has two distinct ends: northern Flathead and southern Flathead. The city is extremely close to many other outdoor attractions that stem from Flathead Valley and Flathead Lake.
Getting to Kalispell
The primary airport is Kalispell City Airport, located only a few miles from the city center. Other airports that accommodate private planes are Glacier Park International Airport and Flathead Lake Sky Ranch Airport. Both of these are less than 20 miles from the city’s center.
*Kalispell Attractions
The gorgeous natural beauty of this city’s National Parks and landscapes provide an abundance of activities that people of all ages will enjoy tremendously.
Not only is there an abundance of outdoor activities given the presence of Flathead Valley, Flathead Lake, Glacier National Park, and a multitude of hiking trails, but there is also much to discover in terms of eateries, bars, and shops in downtown Kalispell. Whether you’re single or married with kids, people of all backgrounds will thank themselves for experiencing the wonders of Kalispell.
Silvertip Ski Trail
Elkweed Ski Trail
Jackson Draw
Castle Rock Trail
Two Way Ski Trail
Salish Mountains
Buffalo Hill Golf Club
Whitefish Divide-Smokey Range National Recreation Trail
Alpinglow Alley Ski Trail
Moe Mentum Ski Trail
Ashley Divide Trail
Smith Valley
Mary B Island
Chipmunk Ski Trail
Peterson Creek Trail
Heep Steep Ski Trail
Lower Mullys Ski Trail
Murr Peak Trail
Larch Ski Trail
Heaven Ski Trail
Smoky Range
Movieland Ski Trail
Felix Basin Trail
Head Wall Ski Trail
Murray Canyon Trail
North Bowl Face Ski Trail
Threetops Trail
Bird Island
Expressway Ski Trail
Langley Ski Trail
Satans Abyss Ski Trail
East Rim Ski Trail
Huckleberry Patch Ski Trail
Hogans East Ski Trail
Stumptown Historical Society Museum
Lupine Lake Trail
Haileys Ski Trail
Meadow Lake Golf Course
Sunrise Loop Ski Trail
Swift Creek Ski Trail
Upper Mullys Ski Trail
Reid Divide Trail
Loneman Mountain Trail
Grant Ridge Trail
Hotels in Kalispell