Bigfork, Montana

"One of the 50 Great towns in the West."

From the book entitled, "One of the 50 Great Towns in the West."

"One of the 100 Best Small Art Towns in the U.S."

From the book entitled, "100 Best Small Art Towns in the West", John Muir Publications, 1996

"One of the 100 Best Getaways for a Vacation or a Lifetime"

From the book entitled, "The Great Towns of America," David Vokac, West Press, 1998

"One of America's most charming out-of-the-way small towns"

National Geographic's book, "Guide to Small Town Escapes", 2000

"Flathead Valley's golf courses voted #46 of ALL best golf destinations in the world."

Golf Digest, 2000

For the adventurous, the Flathead Valley offers virtually limitless possibilities for outdoor excitement. You can hike the trails of Glacier National Park, mountain bike the rugged terrain of the Flathead National Forest or ride the whitewater of untamed rivers, all within easy driving distance of the resort. The most difficult decision you have is where to begin!

Click on the links listed below to explore some of what our corner of Northwest Montana has to offer.

Lake Activities

Marina Cay Water Rentals

Rent any of the following right from the dock at the resort: Ski boats and ski equipment, fishing boats, canoes, wave runners, jet skis, & aquacycles, kayaks, bikes, surf bikes, rafts, wakeboards, ropes and more!

Fishing Charters

Charters are available from the dock at the Marina Cay with "A-Able" or inquire at the front desk.

Far West Cruise

The Far West departs from Somers Bay on Hwy 93 located 20 minutes from the Marina Cay.

The Questa

A 51' Q-Class sailing vessel which departs from Flathead Lake Lodge four times daily during summer months.

Para Sailing

Available at the Dock of the Bay at waters edge. Opens July 1st.

Wayfarers Park

Just 3 minutes from the hotel, offers picnic area, beach, dock and sunning rocks on Flathead Lake. Perfect for the family or full throttle skier!

Skiing

Big Mountain Ski Area

Located in nearby Whitefish, the Big Mountain offers 3,000 acres of skiable terrain for the beginner to the advanced. The summit elevation is 7,000 feet with a vertical drop of 2,300 feet. Open Thanksgiving to mid April.

Blacktail Ski Area

Just 30 minutes from Bigfork, due west of Lakeside, Blacktail Mountain offers 24 groomed runs on 200 developed acres of Flathead National Forest. The summit elevation is 5200 feet with a vertical drop of 1440 feet. The season runs from mid-November to April, Wednesday through Sunday.

Golf

"Flathead Valley's golf courses voted #46 of ALL best golf destinations in the world"

Golf Digest, 2000

For the golfer, the Flathead Valley is home to 7 excellent courses, each with its own unique character. From the rolling fairways of Meadow Lake to the challenging terrain of our neighboring Eagle Bend, amateur and expert alike will enjoy challenging rounds on courses that make the most of Northwest Montana's spectacular scenery.

Other Area Attractions

The Bigfork Playhouse

The Bigfork Center of the Performing Arts is home for the highly acclaimed summer stock theatre. Broadway hits have been performed for the past 37 years. A variety of year round entertainment may be found at the Center.

Glacier National Park

Only 32 miles from the Marina Cay Resort is one of America's jewels. Enjoy the spectacular scenery and wildlife that this million acre National park has to offer. Combined with Canada's Waterton Lakes National Park they form the Waterton/Glacier National Peace Park.

Bigfork Calendar of Annual Events

May

Cherry Blossom Festival - Whitewater Festival Slalom races on the Swan River's class 5 course.

June - August

Bigfork Playhouse opens. Riverbend Music Concerts every Sunday in Sliters Park.

4th of July

An old fashioned celebration with a parade, children's carnival, fireworks and food.

August

Bigfork Festival of the Arts. The main street fills with art and artists for the first weekend.

Labor Day Weekend

Wild West Days!

October

Tamarack Time - enjoy the bounties of the harvest.

November

The town is dressed for Christmas.

December

Bigfork glistens in a winter blanket of white.

Bigfork at Christmas

Discover the magic of Christmas in Bigfork where strolling carolers, sleigh rides and Santa may be found. The entire town is decorated in holiday finery by the local residents. shops and galleries are open with special events happening every weekend from Thanksgiving to New Years. (Call us for specific event dates.)

Activities for All Seasons

• Whitewater Rafting and Kayaking
• Fishing - fly, ice and lake
• Hiking and Mountain Biking
• Snowmobiling
• Shopping
• Artist Studio Tours
• Art Galleries
• Horseback Riding
• Tennis
• Cross Country Skiing
• The National Bison Range
• Bob Marshall Wilderness