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.
Bird Island
Lower Mullys Ski Trail
Par Three On Ninety-Three Golf Course
Village Greens Golf Course
Silvertip Ski Trail
Swift Creek Ski Trail
Lost Island
Middle Fork Ski Trail
Wild Horse Island
Douglas Islands
Dern Draw
Fault Two Ski Trail
Schmidts Chute Ski Trail
Bench Run Ski Trail
Invitation Island
Kelly Island
Two Way Ski Trail
East Rim Ski Trail
Langley Ski Trail
Satans Traverse Ski Trail
Whitetail Ski Trail
Gray Wolf Ski Trail
Threetops Trail
Powder Bowl Ski Trail
Murray Canyon Trail
Eagle Bend Golf Club
Teepee Ski Trail
Head Wall Ski Trail
Pioneer Ridge Trail
Flathead Range
Tally Mountain Billy Creek Trail
Wood Lot Ski Trail
Buffalo Hill Golf Club
Graves Creek Trail
Goose Island
Whitefish Divide-Smokey Range National Recreation Trail
Cedarview Ski Trail
Salish Mountains
Clayton Island
Fort Steele Trail
Moe Mentum Ski Trail
Ousel Peak Trail
Beargrass Ski Trail
Glacier View Golf Club
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