Food scene
Whitefish has some amazing eateries! We have highlighted some of our favorites here. For any sit down restaurants, we highly recommend making a reservation well in advance - this is especially true in the summer!
Fleur Bake Shop
103 Central AveTasty treats and coffee
Loula's Cafe
300 2nd StHearty breakfast food and pies
Buffalo Cafe
514 E 3rd StLocal favorite with classic diner food and breakfast
Relaxed atmosphere, outdoor seating, good beer, and tasty food
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Bonsai Brewing Project
549 Wisconsin AveRelaxed atmosphere, outdoor seating, good beer, and tasty food
Order online ahead of time (1-2 hours) as the wait times can be very long
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Jersey Boys Pizzeria
550 E 1st StOrder online ahead of time (1-2 hours) as the wait times can be very long
Jalisco Cantina
510 Wisconsin AvenueTacos, tequila, and more
Southern style cooking and specialty cocktails. Often has live music as well
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Tupelo Grille
17 Central AveSouthern style cooking and specialty cocktails. Often has live music as well
Sweet Peaks Ice Cream - Whitefish
419 E 3rd StIce cream!
Spotted Bear Spirits
503 Railway StLocally distilled liquors and specialty cocktails
Casual coffee shop with ample seating and wifi if you want to stay awhile or get some work done.
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Wild Coffee Company
309 Central AveCasual coffee shop with ample seating and wifi if you want to stay awhile or get some work done.
Restaurant and tap house with great local vibe and lots of space. No reservations require.
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Montana Tap House
845 Wisconsin AveRestaurant and tap house with great local vibe and lots of space. No reservations require.
Outdoor Activities
If planning to visit glacier national park in the summer, you will need a vehicle reservation in addition to your park pass to enter between 6am and 4pm.
If you are visiting before Going to the Sun Road is fully open to cars, consider taking bikes to ride the road!
Be prepared! The weather in Glacier can be much cooler than the weather in Whitefish. Pack layers and bear spray.
Recommended Hikes:
- Avalanche Lake
- Hidden Lake
- Highline Trail
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Glacier National Park
Going-to-the-Sun RoadIf planning to visit glacier national park in the summer, you will need a vehicle reservation in addition to your park pass to enter between 6am and 4pm.
If you are visiting before Going to the Sun Road is fully open to cars, consider taking bikes to ride the road!
Be prepared! The weather in Glacier can be much cooler than the weather in Whitefish. Pack layers and bear spray.
Recommended Hikes:
- Avalanche Lake
- Hidden Lake
- Highline Trail
Two full 18 hole courses with mountain views.
In the winter, the courses are groomed for cross country skiing with a rental shop onsite.
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Whitefish Lake Golf Club
1200 US-93Two full 18 hole courses with mountain views.
In the winter, the courses are groomed for cross country skiing with a rental shop onsite.
City Beach: The beach has both sand and shaded grass to enjoy! There is a swimming area, boat launch, and rental shop for paddleboards, etc.
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Whitefish Montana
70 Lakeside BoulevardCity Beach: The beach has both sand and shaded grass to enjoy! There is a swimming area, boat launch, and rental shop for paddleboards, etc.
You can drive directly to the lake and boat launch for fishing and lake activities. There is a small shaded area along the shore where you can sit and enjoy the views or fish. Beaver Lake is also on the Whitefish Trail System and has great biking and hiking.
Beaver Lake
You can drive directly to the lake and boat launch for fishing and lake activities. There is a small shaded area along the shore where you can sit and enjoy the views or fish. Beaver Lake is also on the Whitefish Trail System and has great biking and hiking.
Close to town trailhead with a 3 mile roundtrip hike to an overlook. Lion Mountain is part of the Whitefish Trail System, with miles of multi-use trails around Whitefish.
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Lion Mountain Trailhead
Mountainside DriveClose to town trailhead with a 3 mile roundtrip hike to an overlook. Lion Mountain is part of the Whitefish Trail System, with miles of multi-use trails around Whitefish.
Just 40 minutes away, this is well worth the day-trip to see beautiful lakes, rivers, and mountains. But be sure to check current conditions online before you see what roads and trails are open. Glacier is known for its summertime hikes and views, but it also offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winters!
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Just 40 minutes away, this is well worth the day-trip to see beautiful lakes, rivers, and mountains. But be sure to check current conditions online before you see what roads and trails are open. Glacier is known for its summertime hikes and views, but it also offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winters!
Indoor activities
Stumptown Art Studio
145 Central AvePaint pottery, fuse glass, and more
Hank's Hatchets: Learn to throw axes and ninja stars
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Hank's Hatchets Axe Throwing
6078 U.S. 93 SHank's Hatchets: Learn to throw axes and ninja stars
Full gym including workout classes, sports courts, and multiple pools
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The Wave Aquatic and Fitness Center
1250 Baker AveFull gym including workout classes, sports courts, and multiple pools
RockFish Climbing & Fitness
6475 U.S. 93 SouthIndoor bouldering. Also offers fitness equipment and fitness classes.
Stumptown Ice Den
715 Wisconsin AveLocal ice skating rink
PEAK Fit
6550 U.S. 93High Intensity Interval Training in a fun, upbeat environment
Pin & Cue
6570 U.S. 93Bowling Alley. Bar & Casino. Restaurant. Laundromat.
The tour gives background on the Conrad family and the history of the area. Check their website to get details on guided tours.
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Conrad Mansion
330 Woodland AveThe tour gives background on the Conrad family and the history of the area. Check their website to get details on guided tours.