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.
Haileys Ski Trail
Kelly Island
Barndance Ski Trail
Hell Fire Ski Trail
Inspiration Ski Trail
Brown Gulch
Bird Island
Hogans Ski Trail
Goat Haunt Ski Trail
Marmot Ski Trail
Columbia Mountain Trail
Cromwell Island
Two Way Ski Trail
Cedarview Ski Trail
Elk Mountain National Recreation Trail
Powder Trap Ski Trail
Graves Creek Trail
Douglas Islands
Toni Matt Ski Trail
North Bowl Face Ski Trail
Long Beach
Hogans East Ski Trail
Middle Fork Ski Trail
Aeneas Creek Trail
Baptiste Lookout Trail
Big Ravine Ski Trail
Schmidts Chute Ski Trail
Grant Ridge Trail
Head Wall Ski Trail
North American Wildlife Museum
Doris Creek Trail
Oettiker Creek Trail
Glacier View Golf Club
Noisy Creek Notch Trail
Ptarmigan Bowl Ski Trail
Sling Shot Ski Trail
Eagle Bend Golf Club
Picnic Chutes Ski Trail
Reid Divide Trail
Grays Golf Course Ski Trail
Wild Horse Island
Expressway Ski Trail
Pleasant Island
Fault Three Ski Trail
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