Emily's Guidebook
Sightseeing
A good tip for visiting GNP is to get there early to ensure parking and to beat the crowds.
Montanans take pride in and value the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace. Plan ahead and prepare, travel and camp on durable surfaces, dispose of waste properly (pack it in, pack it out!), leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect wildlife, and be considerate of other visitors. Find more info about the 7 principles at Lnt.org
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Glacier National Park
Going-to-the-Sun RoadA good tip for visiting GNP is to get there early to ensure parking and to beat the crowds.
Montanans take pride in and value the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace. Plan ahead and prepare, travel and camp on durable surfaces, dispose of waste properly (pack it in, pack it out!), leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect wildlife, and be considerate of other visitors. Find more info about the 7 principles at Lnt.org
Lone Pine offers views of the Flathead Valley and surrounding areas. They offer 7.5 miles of trails for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, or horseback riding. There is a visitor’s center that is open year round, as well as children’s activities and other workshops.
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Lone Pine State Park
300 Lone Pine RdLone Pine offers views of the Flathead Valley and surrounding areas. They offer 7.5 miles of trails for hiking, biking, snowshoeing, or horseback riding. There is a visitor’s center that is open year round, as well as children’s activities and other workshops.
With views of Big Mountain, Whitefish State Park offers a swimming area and picnic tables to spend the day on Whitefish Lake.
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Whitefish Lake State Park
1615 W Lakeshore DrWith views of Big Mountain, Whitefish State Park offers a swimming area and picnic tables to spend the day on Whitefish Lake.
City Beach is a perfect place to spend a lake day and enjoy views of Big Mountain and Whitefish Lake. There are kayak & paddleboard rentals available as well as a concession stand. City Beach does get extremely busy during the summer, so going at less popular times or checking out different parts of Whitefish Lake is recommended if you’re looking for some peace & quiet!
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Whitefish Montana
70 Lakeside BoulevardCity Beach is a perfect place to spend a lake day and enjoy views of Big Mountain and Whitefish Lake. There are kayak & paddleboard rentals available as well as a concession stand. City Beach does get extremely busy during the summer, so going at less popular times or checking out different parts of Whitefish Lake is recommended if you’re looking for some peace & quiet!
Food Scene
Delicious, Montana made ice cream! They offer unique and classic flavors. My favorites are the honey cinnamon and huckleberry 😋
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Sweet Peaks Ice Cream - Whitefish
419 E 3rd StDelicious, Montana made ice cream! They offer unique and classic flavors. My favorites are the honey cinnamon and huckleberry 😋
Buffalo Cafe
514 E 3rd StGreat food & great service for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Polebridge is an amazing place to visit. The merc offers tons of great souvenirs and baked goods. If you visit, try one of the bear claws 🐻
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Polebridge Mercantile & Bakery
265 Polebridge LoopPolebridge is an amazing place to visit. The merc offers tons of great souvenirs and baked goods. If you visit, try one of the bear claws 🐻
Abruzzo offers amazing Italian cuisine and a beautiful dining atmosphere. Must visit!
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Abruzzo Italian Kitchen
115 Central AveAbruzzo offers amazing Italian cuisine and a beautiful dining atmosphere. Must visit!
Indah Sushi is one of my favorite restaurants in Whitefish. They have amazing food & drinks and offer outdoor seating as well.
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Indah Sushi
250 E Second StIndah Sushi is one of my favorite restaurants in Whitefish. They have amazing food & drinks and offer outdoor seating as well.
Tupelo is a fine dining restaurant that offers delicious New Orleans-style food. One of my favorite places to eat in Whitefish!
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Tupelo Grille
17 Central AveTupelo is a fine dining restaurant that offers delicious New Orleans-style food. One of my favorite places to eat in Whitefish!
Amazing Crepes offer delicious sweet & savory crepes and have many options of both! They also offer a variety of coffee and specialty drinks.
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Amazing Crepes
123 Central AveAmazing Crepes offer delicious sweet & savory crepes and have many options of both! They also offer a variety of coffee and specialty drinks.
Hellroaring Saloon is a historic restaurant that once was the base lodge of Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort. Originally located in downtown Whitefish, the saloon was relocated to Big Mountain in the 80s. Located above chair two, you can ski in and ski out. Enjoy a menu with a wide range of options, a full bar, and friendly locals.
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Hellroaring Saloon
3910 Big Mountain RdHellroaring Saloon is a historic restaurant that once was the base lodge of Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort. Originally located in downtown Whitefish, the saloon was relocated to Big Mountain in the 80s. Located above chair two, you can ski in and ski out. Enjoy a menu with a wide range of options, a full bar, and friendly locals.
With a beautiful atmosphere and decor, the Firebrand offers live music, delicious food, and drinks. There is outdoor seating with heating available. Check out their website for their lineup of unique artists performing this month.
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The Firebrand Restaurant
650 E 3rd StWith a beautiful atmosphere and decor, the Firebrand offers live music, delicious food, and drinks. There is outdoor seating with heating available. Check out their website for their lineup of unique artists performing this month.
Wine & Beer
Bonsai Brewing Project
549 Wisconsin AveBonsai offers an amazing selection of craft beer.
The Tap House offers a huge selection of local & craft beer.
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Montana Tap House
845 Wisconsin AveThe Tap House offers a huge selection of local & craft beer.
Local tasting room downtown Whitefish. They offer a huge selection of wines with flavors inspired by Whitefish itself.
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Unleashed: A Winery
20 Spokane AveLocal tasting room downtown Whitefish. They offer a huge selection of wines with flavors inspired by Whitefish itself.
Things To Do
Action Rentals offers snowmobile, ATV, & RZR rentals & guides. Check them out at actionrentalsmt.com!
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Action Rentals
1027 Martin Creek RoadAction Rentals offers snowmobile, ATV, & RZR rentals & guides. Check them out at actionrentalsmt.com!
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Getting Around/Rental Cars
You definitely will need a car to get around and get the most out of your trip to GNP or Whitefish! This year, there has been a shortage of rental cars for travelers. We recommend booking your rental car in advance if you need one.
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Local Tips
Farmer’s Markets are on Tuesdays 5pm-7:30pm downtown Whitefish May 25- September 28. There is an additional harvest market October 12. The farmers market is located at Depot Park at the north end of Central Ave. Live music is often happening every weekend in one of the bars or restaurants downtown: Remington, Casey’s, etc.
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Bear Spray
If you plan on spending any time outdoors, please remember to buy, carry, and know how to use bear spray! You can find it at Sportsman’s Ski Haus in Whitefish. You cannot fly with bear spray so remember to dispose of it properly before heading home.
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GNP Ticketed System
Glacier National Park is implementing a ticketed system to get into the park. You can find more information about the system and how it works, how to get your ticket, and more at nps.gov. *MAY 27-SEPT 11 2022: Glacier will be implementing the system again!*