Things to do & places to visit in Kalispell, Montana, United States

The rugged beauty of Montana is on prominent display in Kalispell, a small but vibrant city stretched along the Continental Divide, just minutes from Glacier National Park and Flathead Lake. This friendly town offers a balance of city and outdoor adventure with museums, theater, community events and a variety of lodging, shopping and dining options all within close proximity of unlimited recreational opportunities. Kalispell is in the middle of everything wanted in a Montana vacation.

Kalispell city in Montana, United States. Timezone: America/Denver, current date and time: Saturday, May 04, 2024, 8:30.

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5.0 Glacier Aviation Services (141 reviews)
- Beautiful views
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Helicopter Tours

The hour helicopter ride included beautiful views of mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers, and towns in the area west and south of Glacier National Park - all described and named for you by your pilot. Ramsay did a fantastic job letting us know what we were looking at and keeping us safe on our flight. The entire process was very organized, which was greatly appreciated. Read closely on the website where the tour will be taking you- they do not go into the very busy park areas like Logan Pass or Many Glacier. You can see the Canadian Rockies in the distance and Lake McDonald in different portions of the flight. It was a beautiful experience. See more..
5.0 Northwest Montana Adventures (87 reviews)
- Amazing bluebird day
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Ski & Snow Tours • Gear Rentals • Boat Rentals

Cameron personally guided our group and we couldn’t of asked for a better day. Perfect skis, several feet of fresh in touched powder and wide open landscape. If you are looking for somewhere to rent snowmobiles I highly recommend as they are the only place I’ve seen so far than doesn’t have piece of junk machines that only go 15 mph. They have top of the line Polaris bikes that fly through the mountains and are perfect on any terrain. Great guides and service If you are looking for some Lake fishing or summer side by side cruising they can treat you as well See more..
5.0 Snappy's (32 reviews)
- Awesome
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Snappy Sport Senter is one of the premier outdoor sporting goods stores in the Northwest. In business since 1947, we offer top-quality merchandise well-suited to the needs of the customer; excellent value, and a shopping experience that is quite difficult to match. Our store features a large fishing department, gun/shooting sports department, camping & backpacking department, water sports & marine department, and footwear & team/athletic/ball sports department. Stop in today or contact us for more information! See more..
5.0 Christmas Trees U Cut Farm (4 reviews)
- Amazing Farm
Farms

Kelly and Allen are amazing. They represent true Montana culture - Friendly, informative and just good people. And their trees rock! See more..
5.0 Noice Studio and Gallery (2 reviews)
- Wonderful gallery
Art Galleries
This restored turn-of-the-century gallery features exhibits by Montana artists in various forms including painting, sculpture, ceramics, fiber arts and photography. See more..
5.0 Leisure Island Park (1 review)
- A great unspoiled outdoor space
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Parks • Hiking Trails

What I love about this preserve is that it is unspoiled and undeveloped so it is truly pristine. The preserve straddles the Flathead River and has numerous small ponds throughout. Hiking along the river or though the fields and marsh are always interesting and offer plenty to see. On this visit a Bald Eagle gave us a show. At the entrance there is a small groomed area with picnic tables available for a more tame encounter. For us, letting the dogs run and play is a favorite pass time, we join them so great exercise for all. It is free to enter but is bordered by private property that needs to be respected. This is a great gem close to downtown Kalispell. See more..
5.0 Immaculate Conception Chapel (1 review)
- A visit in Latin
Spent 1-2 hours Churches & Cathedrals

This church is different. They speak in Latin. On Sunday they have church at 9 A.M., first and third Sunday The chapel has red bricks and at the top it is white. The cross is at the highest. There is a small potion of the chapel, all in white. There is a lot of parking places. Worthwhile to see! See more..
5.0 Legends Stadium (1 review)
- Perfect for high school
Spent 1-2 hours Arenas & Stadiums

This is a great place for soccer. High School compete with one another in this huge stadium. That is cool! This is good for the students in High School. Wow! A must see! See more..
4.5 Conrad Mansion (416 reviews)
- Conrad Mansion
Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums

The Conrad Mansion Museum is located in Kalispell's east side residential area atop a bluff overlooking the valley and the Swan mountain range. The home sits on three landscaped acres, surrounded by a dry stone fence with iron gates. Six large annual flower beds and extensive ever-blooming perennial beds provide constant color during the summer season, with pruned hedges, evergreens, and spacious lawns serving as a lush background. MISSION To preserve and exhibit the 1895 Charles Conrad Family Estate through public tours, educational programs, and community events. Self-Guided and Docent (tour-guide) tours are offered year-round. Spring, Summer, Fall, & Winter tour dates and times differ. Please visit www.conradmansion.com for tour and special event information. See more..
4.5 Lone Pine State Park (161 reviews)
- Great local playground
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM State Parks • Parks

This is such a great local playground. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Kalispell, it gives anyone with time restraints an opportunity to explore. Located on the west side of the valley at an elevation ranging roughly from 2950' to 3650' (900 m to 1110 m) there are moderately challenging trails. The trails are marked and there are kiosks with information as well about the trails and history. With numerous overlooks the views of the valley are spectacular. Looking east Glacier National Park is easily seen. There is a self guided audio tour available. The visitors center has a gift shop as well as information and there is an interactive learning center, however it is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. This is free to Montana residents but there is a nominal fee for those from out of state. See more..
4.5 Flathead Lake State Park (143 reviews)
- A memorable weekend
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM State Parks

Going on a voyage with several other outrigger canoes, paddling 25 miles around the Lake. The Silver Lining Club sponsored the event in mid-July and there were paddlers from Maui, Canada as well as the USA. We shared a Yurt and had a fantastic view of the lake. See more..
4.5 Artemis Acres Paint Horse Ranch (126 reviews)
- If I could give 10 stars I would!
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Horseback Riding Tours

OPEN ALL YEAR WEATHER PERMITTING! Our horse rides are all guided, and go through miles of private timberland on both horse trails and logging roads with panoramic views of Flathead Valley. 1 hr, 2 hr, and 3 hr guided tours available. The Western BBQ Dinner ride is our personal favorite! Enjoy a late afternoon horseback ride to the mountaintop, followed by relaxing around the campfire while we prepare a traditional western BBQ. Live music! The BBQ is also only offered peak of season June- September. Please call in advance to make a reservation! Check our website for current prices. Summer hours: Monday-Saturday, 9:00-4:00. Closed Sunday. See more..
4.5 Wild Horse Island State Park (98 reviews)
- A great day out on Flathead Lake!!
State Parks

This primitive park, which can only be reached by boat, is home to wild horses and other animals. See more..
4.5 Hockaday Museum of Art Alyssa Cordova (81 reviews)
- An unexpected surprise
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums

Rotating art exhibitions galleries, programs year round, housed in a historic 1903 Carnegie Library building on the National Registry of Historic Sites. See more..
4.5 Northwest Montana History Museum (59 reviews)
- One of the better small town curated museums
Saturday: Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Architectural Buildings • Educational sites • History Museums

From a National Historic Landmark built in 1894, we preserve and present Northwest Montana stories! Permanent and temporary exhibits fill 22,000 square feet in our Richardsonian Romanesque facility--the oldest public building in Kalispell. Highlighting settlement of the Flathead Valley, America Indian tribes, the rise of Kalispell as an economic center, the ecology of Flathead Lake, pioneer Frank Bird Linderman, and the vanished town of Demersville, we provide a complete picture of our evolving region. School Bell Books & Gifts offers a wide selection of Montana-focused books and Montana-made gifts. Renovated classrooms in our former schoolhouse have been converted into elegant rental venues for groups and private gatherings. A variety of year-round educational programs and community events ensure that the Northwest Montana History Museum continues to be a place where history is made, and the Past Is Present. See more..
4.5 Woodland Water Park (46 reviews)
- Great Little Park - Did not visit pool
Water Parks

On our way out of town we were looking to eat up time. I'm glad we stopped here. This was a hidden gem of a park. There is a pool and hockey rink, but we didn't visit these. The park is small, but there is a paved path around the pond. The path is partially in the sun and shade. There are a few small, pretty gardens. There are some pavilions, all of which were clean. There is also a nice little art project that was very pretty and neat, that originated out of way of showing community unity. There were some turtles and lots of ducks and geese to watch. We were there 30 minutes, but it was nice and relaxing. See more..
4.5 Sacred Waters Brewing Company (19 reviews)
- Nice local vibe and good beer
Spent 1-2 hours Breweries

Our first stop in Montana after landing at Kalispell Airport. We were able to get both food and drink at the time of our visit, the adjacent restaurant had a sign noting they would be closing permanently by the end of the week. However, one of the ladies at the brewery said that Sacred River might be taking over the food operations. Enjoyed the Bull Frog Coffee Stout - very good, smooth , and with a hint of coffee overtone. A nice accompaniment to our Fish Tacos from the adjacent Fork in the River eatery. This location also features live music on many evenings. A very nice Montana vibed ambience here. Very enjoyable. Glad we stopped here. See more..
4.5 Thompson Chain of Lakes (15 reviews)
- Fishing
Bodies of Water

A recreational fishing area. See more..
4.5 Herron Park (14 reviews)
- Lovely Hikes
Spent 1-2 hours Parks

Visited on a Monday morning. Varied hikes that all connected so levels for everyone. We did the notch hike (blue) which slowly rises with lovely views at the top. Clean and quiet really nice few hours. See more..
4.5 Bias Brewing (6 reviews)
- Must try brewery!
Breweries

Great brewery! Friendly staff and good food. Also dog friendly with a shady outdoor patio in the back!!! The beer is top notch! See more..
4.5 Saint Matthew's Church (6 reviews)
- Sunday Mass
Spent < 1 hour Churches & Cathedrals

Nice church. Very welcoming. Pastor was very good, gave an excellent homily. We were visiting our daughter and granddaughter. Beautiful windows. See more..
4.5 Gatiss Gardens (4 reviews)
- Just visit and be amazed.
Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water • Gardens

Over 44 years of travel I have only found one other place as interesting as this and that was in Scotland. Just drive here. Closer and as beautiful. See more..
4.5 Flathead River (3 reviews)
- Scenic raft tour
Spent 1-2 hours Bodies of Water

Whole family Took scenic raft trip, Excellent!!!!!!! Need waterproof camera, though. Come prepared to get and jump in the icy water. Lots s of fun See more..
4.5 Leisure Island Park (3 reviews)
- Great preserve by the Flathead River
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Parks • Hiking Trails

This is a great open and undeveloped green space not far from town. Its easy access is perfect if you want some space and don't have a lot of time. There are numerous quasi trails for exploring and plenty of river bank to follow and explore as well. There is usually an abundance of wildlife to observe. Taking the dogs down here for a run and some exercise is another favorite pass time. A word of caution, there are private lands adjacent to the preserve which need to be respected. There is also hunting allowed in certain areas so be aware. See more..
4.5 Montana Modern Fine Art (2 reviews)
- Fill in ..?7/6
Saturday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Art Galleries

Montana Modern Fine Art is a newly renovated art gallery in historic downtown Kalispell, showcasing local, national, and international critically acclaimed art. See more..
4.0 SunRift Beer Company (27 reviews)
- Smoked Chicken Club is delicious...
Breweries

We stopped here for a beer refreshment and a bit to eat. After having a couple little samples of the beer we decided on the Sundown Honey Brown which was very light and smooth. A delicious beer for our tastes. For our lunch we ordered The Cow tipper and Smoked Chicken club asking for them each to be cut in half so we could share some of each sandwich. We both preferred the Smoked Chicken club as the Cow tipper was a bit on the tough side. The beer gravy for the dip was very good. They do have a good selection of beer so enjoy. They have outdoor seating which was great especially on a nice sunny day. See more..
4.0 Montana Raceway Park (18 reviews)
- Fun evening for race fans
This location was reported permanently closed Spent 2-3 hours Auto Racing Tracks

While on a family reunion annual trip in June this year we based our stay in Whitefish, MT. We always look for local activities and attractions and were pleased to discover the Montana Raceway Park. As we travel to a different part of our great Unites States each year we try to take in a variety of things to see and do. I had e mailed the racetrack a few months before our arrival and had a very informative reply from Ted, the General Manager. Most helpful in advising me that yes, the track seating area did have a handicapped seating area, lots of information on what kind of races we would see, the qualifiying times and the start times and the pricing. The track is located about half way between the towns of Kalispell and Whitefish on Hwy 93 and is well marked with racing flags ..........very easy to find. They have a concession stand for a lite meal and soft drinks. Lots of fun was had by those who attended from our group and they highly recommend attending some races there. See more..
4.0 Depot Park (1 review)
- Summer hot spot
Saturday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Parks

As with many outdoor locales in Montana, this park is dormant in the winter. Located on the corner of Center and Main Streets, this time of year it is easy to miss. However, the most striking feature anytime is The Flathead County Veterans Memorial easily viewed from Main Street. In the summer the park is a center for outdoor activity featuring Art in the Park as well as concerts given in the gazebo and capitalizing on the long Kalispell summer days. It also serves as a rally point for numerous other activities. This is a great center for any number of activities. See more..
3.5 Majestic Valley Arena (5 reviews)
- Nice facility
Sports Complexes
Really nice clean place for events. Stalls are nice, facility well taken care of and spectator freindly. Concessions are good and fair priced. See more..
3.0 The Little Bitty Ranch (3 reviews)
- Too Cute
Ranches
This ranch always has a spot in the Kalispell Main Street Parade in August, and it always makes us smile! See more..