Beautiful lake, super clear water when the wind isn't making waves. The rocks have amazing colors. There are many different turnout spots where you can walk down and see the lake. It has great swimming opportunities as well as beaches to just lay and relax in the sun. I would recommend taking time to stop and walk down to the water for a better view when looking for a great reflective shot.

An extremely beautiful spot! We came here as our last stop on the way out of the park. There weren’t a lot of people, the views were amazing, and the sound of the water was peaceful. A great view of the mountains with the lake and colorful rocks

I have too many pictures of this lake from my trip. It’s beautiful, quiet during sunrise/sunset times and there are a plethora of areas to pull off at and take pictures!

Amazing views. Super clear water. Not too crowded when I was there but definitely could be during peak season as the beach is pretty small. Brought my inflatable kayak. All watercraft must be inspected and tagged by NPS before being allowed on the lake

Stunning mountains and crystal clear water. The rocks along the shore are beautiful multicolored. The lake is easily accessible, with several pull off. It's a very short drive from West Park Entrance.

Visited 8/18/22 August 2022 went with the Family to Glacier National Park and stopped by Lake McDonald and Avalanche Lake Picnic Area. #glaciernationalpark #glacier #lakemcdonald #travel #photography #nature #beautiful #montana

A must-see when you visit Glacier National Park

This lake is amazing but is flooded with people. It is tough to find parking and the campground is filled with people kayaking, Professional Photographers, People who are just on vacation like us. It's pretty crazy how many people traveled down those gravel, windy roads for that long to see this lake but it is pretty nice

Yes, yes, yessssss! This is an absolute gem from mother nature herself. There is an abundance of wildlife, picnic area, bathrooms and a postcard panoramic view that is a must see for all. It's way out off the beaten path, but totally worth the drive up the unpaved road. Don't forget that you will NOT have cell service once you've made it to the lake.

I think this just might have been my favorite lake view in the park. The surrounding facilities were well maintained, even after the close for the season. Campground and picnic area... as well as a boat launch. They even had a large fire pit.

It was an amazing sight to see. Rough road to get down to the lake, but a must-see if you are in the area and well worth it. If you love nature this place is for you.

A little out of the way but totally worth it. This is a part of Glacier that you must see for yourself. Pristine mountain lake with no development around it. Truly God's country.

Incredibly beautiful lake surrounded by mountains. It is worth driving on gravel roads to get there. I wish I had my kayak, but we just went for the view. The water was cold but guys were in the water fishing and some were kayak. It is crystal clear. You have to drive past Polebridge Mercantile, so be sure to stop there for a bite to eat. The place is peaceful and views are incredible.

Most beautiful lake in the world. Loved the general store you encounter before heading up the unpaved road to the lake. Be sure to get a huckleberry bear claw before you start.

I took my 3 high school girlfriends who came to town, with husbands, as we celebrated 56 years since graduation. We saw All Shook Up and loved it!! My husband and I have seen several shows here the last couple summers. Truly a very professional group of actors from all over the country.

Went to "Catch Me if you Can" last night and it was amazing! Awesome show! Especially the girls, they were all suuuuper hot! Bigfork Summer Playhouse always delivers great shows and a great variety!

This is a wonderful playhouse! The actors are incredible! It's professional level quality! So excited to watch Mamma Mia this year, they did a performance a couple years back & it was hilarious!!! This place is awesome, and I can't watch to watch the plays this summer! Who needs to watch a movie, when you can watch a live performance... standing ovation, & lots of applause for Bigfork Summer Playhouse :)

We had a wonderful time and fell right into the story the actors portrayed. Something Rotten was a humorous experience with one surprise after another.

The production was songs from 4 decades, and the cast did a fantastic job! We thoroughly enjoyed it. The cast was very talented!

Our family had such a great time and thoroughly enjoyed the Playhouse. 10/10 would recommend.

Great playhouse for kids into the arts to practice their skills. Gets participants from all over the country.

I forgot how much costs to enter but I do know it wasn’t super expensive. I suggest bringing snacks and watch out for ants and other insects or animals. The water is super clear and the bottom is rocky. A good pair of swim shoes is much needed or your feel will hurt or you risk hurting yourself. But all in all a great spot to relax whether you’re in or out of the water. The views are simply amazing.

It really is so clear here! Very peaceful and beautiful place to visit and even my small baby boy loved it here!

August 2022 went with the family to Flathead Lake in Polson Montana #flathead #lake #polson August 2022 Annabelle and I out on the boat at Flathead Lake with the family, then we took a break and went back out with those who wanted to go tubing and it was hot tamale! You can also see the Elmo Fire in the back. August 2022 went out on the boat with the family and went to look at rocks since you can see them through the clear Flathead waters. August 2022 on are last day at the Lake took the boys out to the lake in Polson Montana #flatheadlake

Stayed here for a week and I absolutely loved it. This is one of the best lakes I’ve ever been to. We stayed in a lake home just outside Lakeside and it was great. The lake is relatively warm in the summer, (still pretty cold) and the scenery is amazing. The snow on the mountain tops never leaves even in the summer. You’ll love your stay here. Make sure to go to Wild Horse Island!

Beautiful and calm lake for kayaking. We enjoyed our trip to Bigfork MT. This lake has so much to offer. We only wished we rented jet skis for the day. Was chilly at the end of June but that didn’t stop us from taking a dip after kayaking.

Long overdue post. But we stayed here in an airbnb on the lake the week of the 4th of July 2019. The water was crystal clear. It's absolutely an amazing getaway vacation spot!!!! The only thing I wish we would have done was rent a boat to further check out the lake or do a fishing tour. We have wanted to go back but continue to pick somewhere different every year. 1 day I wouldn't mind buying a house on or very near the lake!!!!

Flathead Lake in Montana is an amazing sight to see as you're cresting the hill heading towards Polson on its southern shore. The valley and this lake were formed by the glaciers that covered this area. The receding glaciers and the massive ice jambs that formed and broke on more than one occasion left us with this awe-inspiring, extremely majestic landscape. The lake sits to the south of Glacier National Park and is 27 miles long, 15 miles wide, and 370' deep with a gravel bottom and crystal clear waters. Wild Horse State Park is located on an island only accessible by a guided boat tour. It is home to a wild herd of horses and remains relatively untouched by humans. Cool place to visit if you are in the area. I have watched storms cross this lake that kick up the waves and leave a distinct line in the surface of the water you can see when you come out of the storm into clear blue skies. The lake covers enough surface area that you might have storms on one area of the lake and sunny and hot in others. It's hard to believe this valley was once under a large body of water known as "Lake Missoula." When the ice dams broke on this massive body of water it caused the "Missoula floods"; a huge wall of water, mud, rocks and trees that stretched into Washington and Oregon thousands of years ago. This is what is left of that event, a place for us to explore and enjoy. A landscape that only mother nature could come up with. As always, leave it better than you found it. It literally took thousands of years to make...... Enjoy 😉!.

Our family has gone every year since the kids were little, during the July heritage days, however, we sadly missed last year. When we went this weekend, we all had a great time, and were impressed with the further restoration and new exhibits. The love for our state and nation’s history shines through whenever we get to visit. I especially love how much hands on stuff there always is for the kids; my boys have gone from playful toddlers to inquisitive and info absorbing adolescents, and the museum continues to see us through the phases of growing up!

Our 1st time coming to the museum with our 5 and 2 years old kids, and we all enjoyed it. It was so fascinating to see all the vintage stuff from long ago. They also have a playground for the kids to enjoy.

This place is an endless treasure trove of interesting artifacts. Bikes, toys, guns, sculptures, military vehicles, cars… the list goes on. We went during their Live History Days, when they fired up many of their vehicles and did demonstrations. It was simply amazing. We were there for hours. Do not miss!

The Miracle of America Museum was a super interesting experience during our stay in the area. The full catalog and scale of the museum is intimidating - to really see everything would likely take multiple trips. The sections we were able to get through during our visit ranged across tons of time periods and artifacts throughout American culture/history. It's not all the most engaging stuff to see, but there are some gems for sure.

What an unexpected gem of Americana of all sorts and lots of veteran info. Had no idea what to expect and ended um spending hours walking around and exploring all of the nooks and crannies. So much history packed in and we loved it. My hubby is a former active marine and appreciated all of the stories, letters and memorabilia from the USMC.

This is an incredibly fascinating and impressive museum. Family owned, and the man who started this as his personal collection, and turned it into a museum can still be found here today, with his wife and grand daughter at reception. We stopped as the displays roadside caught our attention while passing through town, not being sure what to expect, we wandered on in to be welcomed with smiles. For only $10 admission, you will be blown away, almost overwhelming collection of historical artefacts of all types, shapes, sizes and preferences. You could spend days here exploring all of the exhibits if you had the time!! I'm generally not a big museum person, but I genuinely e joyed our time here, and grew the utmost respect for the time, effort, work and commitment that's gone into building and preserving the entire collection. What impressed me more so was the amount of working displays and machines you could try/use. It is 100% worth a visit, I cannot recommend highly enough.

This museum was very interesting. Had a large building with lots of history and a lot of outbuildings. Also had a large wooden boat they used for logging. A definite must see

Beautiful, quiet resort located north of Whitefish, Montana. Summer activities include a chairlift ride to the summit for hiking or biking, and an alpine slide. Nice base lodge with both indoor and patio seating and a coffee shop.

I drove up on a free day when my husband was in meetings. I had some difficulty locating where to park to access the ski lift. After 10 minutes of circling around in and out of private property, I found the ticket office. The kind man at the counter sold me a ticket and gave me precise directions to reach the lift area. The views close to the top and on top of the mountain are spectacular. The cafe at the summit house was great. There had a small.selection of sandwiches and salads and a nice bar area. I highly recommend.

Did the zip line which was expansive and thrilling. Very comfortable, but there is some short hiking in between positions. I would estimate half a mile total at most. Also did the alpine chutes and those were so much fun.

Summer at whitefish is almost as good as winter at whitefish. We enjoyed the ropes course, which is a challenge if you can make it all the way through to the expert course. We took a ride up to the top of the mountain, had some lunch and then slid down the mountain on the mountain luge.

We took a ride to the Summit. There's a restaurant/bar there and beautiful views. You buy tickets in the Base Lodge. There are two lifts to get to the summit. Chair lift 6 is an open chair lift that drops you off at Lift 1. Lift 1 has both open lift chairs and gondolas. You can choose whichever one you prefer.

We did a few activities there and it was wonderful! We took a hike up to the top and stayed at the lodge for some hot chocolate because it was raining and cold. After we got warmed back up, we took the gondala back down for a scenic ride. All of the workers we met were very helpful and friendly. We went back a second day and bought a few rides on the Alpine slide. That was a ton of fun, the entire family enjoyed it. The only tricky thing in the summer is parking... There is ample parking, but kind of tricky to find the closest lot as there was some construction going on.

We came here in early June and enjoyed a ride up to the top. It was an amazing view all around. I wish there were better directions to hiking around so we just hiked what we could find. Still beautiful and worth a trip up.

It's a fine place if you're going to just have a beer and hang with friends. For food you go all the way to the back and order and pay at the counter. The guy was rude and impatient. You then have to go to the bar to order and pay for water, tea, soda, etc. But since you're not getting alcohol they act like it's an inconvenience to help you. She then gave me a soda instead of a tea and she sighed when I pointed that out. We then had to find a table to eat at which was hard because people were just kind of scattered about. When they brought the food out they just kind of tossed it on the table and walked away. The food also wasn't great.

I liked that they have 3 pool tables. Cider was good. The live music was great. But the workers are kind of rude. A member of my party was playing pin ball, a woker came and unplugged the machine so they couldn't play anymore and gave no reason why. Just "pin ball is done bro." People also really like to complain about tourist in a tourist town.

Very cool bartenders, nice bar feel. Great beers on tap. Blackfoot IPA is a great one you start with.

Great atmosphere!! Obvious local hangout which speaks to the local opinion. Gyro and fries were excellent. Don't know if having spent 3 days in Seattle had anything to do with it, but the prices were amazing. Less than $100 for 5 adult beverages each and our meals. Little different in that you order food at the kitchen and drinks at the bar. We were out of there before 6pm so don't know if service is different later, but not a big deal. Super friendly and great service.

Been coming to the great northern a great deal and for a long time. In the last year the costumer server has gotten so bad. We simply asked on of the bartenders if the other was intoxicated as she was spurring and yelling (it was a Wednesday night and nobody was in the bar) and both the bartenders started yelling and screaming at me and my friends and flipping us off. We also tipped them 30% prior to that questions. Crazzyyy experience but even after that the bartenders have been so so rude.

Really nice to walk in after a long drive and have cold drinks and tasty food

If I could give this establishment 0 stars, I would. If you’re just looking for a place to grab a quick drink I’d say this place is fine, but do yourself a favor and look elsewhere for food. This restaurant is not only disgustingly filthy, but has horrible food service and cleanliness standards. Upon ordering my food I watched the guy standing in the kitchen, who took my order, spit into a garbage can right in front of me and wipe his face with his hand and then return to handling food without washing. Not to mention how filthy their “kitchen” is. If that wasn’t gross enough, after a few bites of my lasagna I stumbled upon half an eggshell inside in my food. That was the cherry on top for me I can gladly say I will never be returning to this restaurant again, pls if you are considering eating here, I urge you to sit and watch the kitchen in the back before you order as it should change your mind. This place needs to be shut down, at least for foodservice, for the safety of everyone who contemplates eating here.

Amazing tour. This house is incredible. The tour guide was very informative and vast knowledge of information on this house. The things in this house were definitely ahead of their time. Highly recommend. The gardens are beautiful. The house is very well preserved with a lot of original artifacts. Definitely worth a stop.You also get greeted by the mansion cat. He was very sweet.

What an amazing historic experience! We went with children 9-12yrs and everyone enjoyed the whole thing. We did a self tour and spent a good hour wandering around looking at everything. 90% of the antiques and furniture are all original to the Conrad family so its like a time capsule of life in the later 1800's. Really recommend stopping!

I like here very much! Is worth to visit this beautiful place! Around 90% furnitures /items are original in museum which make me surprised on that.

Great thought out tour of the Conrad mansion. We really enjoyed the tour. At just over an hour, we definitely got our money’s worth. Highly recommend if you’re in the area.

Beautiful home with a lot of interesting history. The home is well kept as are the grounds. In the home we were told by the staff 90% of the furnishings and artifacts are original to the home which is quite unusual.

A true historical treasure. The house itself is beautiful, and so well kept. It looks like the family just left for the day, and would be back later that evening. That’s how good it looks. Our guide was Micah. She was a wealth of knowledge, funny, and knew how to wrangle the kids to where they were just fascinated with everything.

I loved learning about the history of the area and this mansion. Unfortunately, the Ghost Tours were all sold out but we still enjoyed walking the grounds and peeking in whatever windows we could. Hopefully, when we return, it will be open once more to the public. :)

Amazing view with handicapped accessible cement trail! Many other dirt trails in the park. Ample spots to park. Restrooms and visitor center (see hours).

Lone Pine is a great spot to view the Flathead Valley from the north end of Flathead Lake to Big Mountain and some peaks in Glacier NP. A graphic at the top viewpoint shows the names of peaks along the Swan Mountain range. The city of Kalispell is in full view. Trails can be steep and are pretty much either up or down hill. Not a lot of long flats. Several places along the trails offer great views of the valley. Dog friendly but PLEASE leash dogs at ALL times. Vehicles with out of state plates are charged a small fee.

I was a bit late for the sunrise, but it was a bit cloudy. Still loved the stillness and quiet atmosphere being there. I didn’t walk the trails because my flight was leaving at a certain time but definitely some breathtaking views!!

So glad we went here. Your first stop should be the lake at the entrance to the park road. It's part of the park but a bit separate. The lake is quite nice and worth visiting. Take lone pine road to the top and you'll find there's plenty of parking. Restroom is conveniently next to the parking lot. The views were amazing. You can see the entire area from here and the top is close to the parking lot so not too much of a hike to get there. If you have time, there is plenty of hiking through the park, much more than I anticipated. Definitely worth the visit.

Beautiful! I’ve hiked from the bottom or driven to the top and walked up to Viewing area. It’s a Beautiful view. Park has always been kept clean. Fun day activity to do with friends or family!

Absolutely beautiful views. Looks over Kalispell to the Swan Range. Make sure you take cash for State park entry fee.

Visited Montana from Idaho for the weekend to see Glacier National Park. Gentleman from Victory Baptist Church in Kalispell recommended us to visit before leaving. It was very much worth it. Beautiful view and friendly state park staff.

The camp ground views and water were AMAZING! The only reason it's not a 5 star is the camp site condition. We pulled our littlebpop up camper. The site was so uneven, our stabilizer jacks broke. It was pretty scary. I understand it's tough, but we would have appreciated knowing the condition of the terrain. Or the site should not have been listed as appropriate for a camper.

I’ve been to Flathead many times and have never been to this side. We usually go to Wayfarer’s, but we missed the booking window this year. So we came to Big Arm and I was so pleasantly impressed with the amenities and the campsites. Really lovely place!

Most of the sites are parallel with the lake shore so pretty easy to set up our trailer. Beautiful view. I did notice some bigger rigs with slide outs weren't able to extend them fully because your site is basically a wide spot on the road .

Our state was excellent We were only there for two and a half days out of the five day weekend of the Memorial Day weekend But those don't have days were pretty nice the place was packed for a good reason Staff was very courteous restrooms were clean boat dock was excellent Fishing wasn't as great it was but we don't have any control over that Very nice area will be returning To that state park Frequently I highly recommend it for anybody wanting the Flathead Lake experience Veterans pay a discount For camping Also seniors I think it's very fitting the veterans pay less considering It's one The state can say thank you for what veterans have done

Gorgeous lake with many great fishing spots. Can't wait to come back for a couple days and add some shopping and dining out to our agenda in the nearby towns.

The shuttle service to wild horse island was great. Would definitely do it again if I ever come back to flathead

We had a great vacation fishing here with family.

This was a completely spur of the moment activity for us and it ended up being a highlight of our trip! We wished we had taken the longer route! The animals are so close to your car. We loved it!

The Bison Range is well worth the drive and the cost. There’s a large parking lot, so if you’re meeting other people there, you can leave one vehicle in the parking lot. The variety of wildlife on the Bison Range is vast. You will see birds of prey, hear song birds, elk, deer, bison, and much more. If you can make the trip in fall, you could hear the elk calls during mating season. The views of the mission mountains in the background are breathtaking, as are the views on the range.

This was a fantastic time and well worth going to. It is tribe run and they really care about the animals and land. The people working at the visitor center were very enthusiastic and knowledgable. They had a wall map with stickers you could mark where you saw animals along the drive which was really helpful. Someone marked they saw a bear but we did not see one. But we saw lots of bison, elk, pronghorn, a couple big horns, many types of birds, and some pretty plants as well. Please remember to stay in your car or within arms length unless on the trail and don't be stupid around the animals.

The range has about 50-100 bison, when we were there we saw about 7 close up and the rest were gathered back near the center of the range. The tour takes about 2 hours with great views of the mission mountains. Worth a visit if you have the time.

Be prepared to not see Bison! They love to roam and may not be visible during your drive. With that said, we did luck out and saw a couple distant groups. Beyond that, the drive at sunset was gorgeous.

Great place to see wildlife in their natural surroundings. We went on a weekday afternoon and there wasn't many other cars there. We saw bison, elk, deer and possibly a bear (from afar). Would definitely recommend for nature lovers.

An absolutely incredible place to visit. We were lucky enough to visit the last day the big loop was open. It's a short drive from Missoula. The views were amazing as well.

This place was pretty clean, but the pull-out bed under the couch looked like it hadn’t been used in years. It was really hard to open up to sleep on. It was a great price for a mini cabin, though. Overall, this place was pretty good, but could use some improvements. The hot springs were nice.

Like others have said this is not a 5 star hotel yet I believe it has the potential if it was given some love. Beds are soft like great grandma's and its very historical. Pool need cleaned but was nice there was three temps. People are very friendly and food was good. No tvs in room so expect a quiet experience which was the best part.

Kind of a funky little place. Takes you back to the 40s or 50s. We like it! There's 4 pools each with a different temperatures, all with a Sulphur smell, but oh so soothing and relaxing.

The room and hotel were not clean. The bed sunk in the middle, not comfortable. There was air con but it was mostly just a fan and created a musty smell. The room itself was odd: toilet & sink behind one door, old tub behind another door & just room for the tub, then a smelly closet with no door, and only one outlet at the bottom of the wall next to the door with only one plug in that worked. Basically, the place seems to lack maintenance and care and probably hasn’t been updated since it was built in 1910 or 1920. The pools need maintenance, too. The water felt great and was typical of mineral springs, but the layout was very public with no aesthetics at all. The shower was rather disgusting, but necessary as after a short time in the lowest temp hot pool (103?), I started to itch. Others stayed in the pools for hours, so that was probably just my skins reaction. All in all, it was an experience. The price was cheap, but then you get what you pay for.

This place is a hidden gem!! It Is definitely run down, but has a lot of potential. I will say when pulling up we were like WTH did I get us into! But we stayed. I heard it was haunted and very rustic and I got just that! So in the end it was exactly what I needed a step back in time. The staff was great Amber helped us check in she was fantastic very understanding and even worked with us.our first room was terrible so she gave me options and even allowed us to look before we choose. When we got into our room there was hair in our bath and sink. They got room service up there right away and got us taken care of. I will say this place could use a deep clean!!! And alot of work however I have to remind myself it’s from the 1930 and I wanted to take that step back in time. Everyone staff wise very friendly , helpful. The soak was amazing. I will say they are very populated which I was hoping for more of a secluded area. Which I found out on our last dip There was one which ran about 110. Dinner was amazing! As well as all the old antiques the had through out the building. They had a coffee shop right inside love that!! It’s pet friendly. I will be staying again probably this winter however I’ll most likely take the room that has a mineral jacuzzi tub and is updated.

The hot water is great! Mostly salts in the water. But the grounds and tubs are not maintained very well if at all. Safety railings to enter/exit pools are loose and would probably break if fallen against. Concrete surrounding tubs is falling apart. Tubs are not kept very clean. No shade. Just overall poor conditions of the grounds. I have not stayed in a room but seen some interiors where doors where open. Same thing, poor condition. There are individual soaking "clawfoot" old porcelain tubs indoors in private rooms with just a curtain that are in terrible shape. If you want a hot soak in mainly saline water it is just okay.

The Owner is a sweet Lady and the FEMALE STAFF here are very kind. However the Owners boyfriend has been EXTREMELY RUDE to the guests here including my friends and I! The Male cook in this hotel restaurant was so rude to us and a group of other women who came to get Breakfast at 11:08! We didn’t see the sign Breakfast was done at 11! This is a women’s convention that’s been happening for 20yrs we bring a lot of business to this small town. I won’t stay at this Hotel next year!

We had a wonderful ride on the Clark Fork with Marley! She was great and showed us a good time! We did fall in on Rollercoaster, but the rescue was in an instant and very professional. It was a great day, all in all. Mike was great at scheduling and helping us plan. A different Mike took great photos, and we have wonderful memories of a great day on the river! Montana River Guides is a great choice for rafting!

I am a return customer, this time with Carroll College. I first went to Montana River Guides with family in July of 2023. Then went Sunday, August 24th. It was a blast and they are always AMAZING!! Highly recommend going. It’s gorgeous and the guides are always so funny!! 😂

We did a river raft trip through Tarkio Gorge, along the Clark Fork River. It was an incredible experience. Our guide, Cole, was friendly and very knowledgeable about the wildlife and sights we saw. We had a wonderful trip and would recommend it to everyone!

We had the BEST time ever on our rafting trip! Jane was our guide and she was amazing! She was so much fun, so knowledgeable and teaching us so much. We felt like we were all great friends by the end of the trip and we were sad for it to end! We will definitely be back many many times and will bring all our friends and family.

We loved the full day tour. Emma, our guide, was an awesome navigator of white water, and as a student of geology she made the trip educational as well. Definitely recommend!

Holy cow!! What a great time. Our guides Marley and Will crushed it. First time returning and it was amazing. Highly recommend going with Montana River Guides.

Had an awesome time at raft guide school. Learned a lot about all things related to rafting from maintenance, how to read the water, techniques for navigating bigger waves, and how to flip your boat in 5 easy steps. 10/10 would do again.

We had Parker as a guide on our raft, we were with 2 other rafts. Parker and Tristan (a guide from one of the other rafts) made sure that my disabled mom was VERY WELL TAKEN CARE OF! They assisted her down the steep boat launch, to the raft and helped her on and off the raft! 1000% recommend these guys! Can't wait for my next trip with them!!

Dave and all the guides here are top notch. The river is always great. Feel safe while still ha ingredients the most fun possible! Lunch is fantastic, they serve you a out 90 before the end of the trip. The weather wasn't great but it was still a great trip. Will definitely be doing again and again. Been returning every few years as the kids grow since 2015 and have never left disappointed. Get outside and leave boring behind.

I have never been till today or anything like it. We have so much fun. Jane our guide was a blast we see them again on the 2nd if I could give more stars I would was an amazing group or guides!

Hands down the best around! This was an absolute great adventure. David the owner is top notch and has assembled the best guides and assistants in the industry period. Our guide Benji was excellent, great Captain and knowledgeable, experienced, and friendly. Paul was an absolute pleasure to interact with and his vast knowledge of the history and geography of this area was impeccable, such a great Captain! Tristan was also such a pleasure to meet. These guys are the absolute best you could ask for on your adventure! The lunch provided was delicious and far superior to the other tours offering soggy sandwiches and chips. Pangaea feeds you properly with hot food prepared by hand that morning, it was delicious and so welcomed over what I saw the competition feeding their groups along the river. This was such an amazing experience.. .. 10/10 Highly recommend

My daughter and I did the wine tasting trip and completely loved it!!! I was nervous as this was my first experience with whitewater rafting. Our guide Tristan made me feel completely at ease and comfortable. Our trip was enhanced by a phenomenal group of boat mates who solidified the experience. The food and wine were delicious. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone looking to have an amazing whitewater rafting experience.

We just got off the river with Benji as our guide. What an amazing experience! We are a "mature" couple. Benji had patience and knowledge to help us have a wonderful river ride. He made sure we were safe and also provided is an adventurous ride. He was very knowledgeable about the rapids as well as the wildlife we saw. We already are planning another trip! Awesome company and Benji was the best guide!

Go rafting with Pangaea River Rafting! The staff we met were knowledgeable and friendly. Our guide fitted us with wet suits and rain jackets since rain was in the forecast. Rafting in the rain is fun and the rapids did not disappoint! We saw bald eagles, kingfishers, bucks and various other birds. The lunch provided was delicious (grilled chicken, salad, potato, bacon, cheese, artichoke hearts, sun dried tomatoes watermelon, trail mix and freshly baked brownies). Thank you Pangaea!

We've stopped here multiple times through the years. The trout aquarium is always a favorite. The gift shop has mugs, hats, jewelry, clothing items, toys, lotions, etc. There is quite a selection of products featuring huckleberries and cherries. They also have quite a few flavors of fudge. There is ice cream, and drinks both hot and cold. This time, we got a chocolate latte, which was delicious, as well as their famous huckleberry shake. I thought it tasted good. Definitely sweet! It reminded me of a huckleberry ice cream dessert I had several years ago. The prices are definitely "gift shop prices." :) The restrooms were clean. It was pretty busy when we were there, but it's a popular stop so I wasn't surprised about that. Staff was helpful and friendly.

Posted on Yelp Fun little place if you are traveling by this town! Gift shop has tons of local and genetic items. Trout aquarium in the middle of the shop. Always fun to see something relaxing in a fast paced environment. MUST try the huckleberry shakes in the coffee shop. Or ice cream. Delicious treats on a hot day. Check out the casino and restaurant next door!

Amazing Huckleberry shake!! When the sign says Best Ever, it's spot on!!! Even at 7:30am. Amazing gift shop, so much to explore. So many amazing items. Bathrooms are absolutely some of the cleanest I have seen on my 2300 mile trip.

This travel center is considered the best rest area in Montana, providing convenience and interest for travelers. The prices of the products sold here are cheaper compared to other places, and the quality is excellent. A photo taken with the hat and shirt purchased here!

Stopped here for some gas & the bathroom & were enchanted; so many beautiful & unique gifts! The people who run this place are real Montanites. Everything done with great care & attention to detail! If looking for travel gifts, this is the spot!

An absolute must stop if you are traveling through the area. Huge gift shop and excellent food choices! Has a pretty neat trout aquarium with various trout.

LOVE this store! I could honestly spend hours, and thousands here if I had my way. We stop every time we pass through (a couple times a year) and I always have to get some kind of trinket, jewelry, or artwork to take home with me. DON'T PASS this up!!😁 And yes, they are the best huckleberry shakes ever 👍

Our miner and tour guide in the mine named Marty was awesome!! He was informative and very funny! You can really tell he loves what he has done his whole life and wants to share his knowledge so people can understand how important mining has been and continues to be. It's extremely hard work and I have a new respect for the profession. The trolley ride and history tour of the area was equally fun and informative. Overall great experience and highly recommend. The kids really enjoyed it too! You are even given a little souvenir when you leave.

The Sierra Silver Mine Tour was amazing!! We got to drive around the beautiful town of Wallace on a trolley and learn more about its history and see it's beautiful sights. The tour of the mine was incredible!! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot about mining and its equipment. It was really cool! I highly recommend it!!!

Wonderful experience. Educational and moving. Lee, our tour guide, was excellent. He took everyone’s photos with their cameras at the start of the tour without being asked to do so. Small, thoughtful details made it a wonderful experience in addition to his knowledge and genuine interest in teaching.

The tour guide actually worked in the mines. He was speaking from experience and not just spouting out info he knows. He was passionate and made the tour very real and taught us so much. He put the antique equipment to use, it was SO COOL!!! Would highly recommend.

The tour starts in the town of Wallace, which is already a really nice place to visit, and then takes you to one of the silver mines that's close to the town. I would HIGHLY recommend taking this tour if you are into history and also want to see some really cool scenery (both from the vehicle tour around the town and also inside the mine). Marty was an excellent tour guide as well.

Fast Freddy is the best tour guide of all time! This tour was a highlight of our family reunion and I'm so glad we decided to stop! We had 12 kids in all and all of them said it was the best thing they did during our vacation! A must see! You will not regret it!

Never expected a mine tour to be so interesting! Our tour guide was amazing, a man with much history and experience. The gal that drove us to/from was also equally amazing. I highly recommend this tour and supporting Wallace, Idaho.

They were wonderful! The only thing that was disappointing, is that we thought there would be more than one zip line. The guides were pretty great. They made us feel safe and paid attention to detail. It was a very fun experience, even if only one line!

We had a great experience with Zip Wallace. Scott the owner was so friendly and his team is amazing. Ethan was so thorough in making sure we were safe (which i truly appreciate) Drew was hilarious. We had a great group that added to the fun. I would highly recommend this zipline, especially for a beginner. Just a note, it is 1 zipline (can ride side by side) and you can go as many times as time allows. I would highly recommend.

Four of us booked a time for Zip Wallace. From completing the waiver forms to the end Scott & Ethan were the most helpful, hospitable, and entertaining people to manage this ‘first’ experience for us. None of us had zip lined before. Scott & Ethan were very safety conscious about our harnesses, hooking our safety lines , and resetting the brake catch mechanism. A first for us and we are going to plan another visit!

Awesome instructors it's all about safety first and a good time of course. We were the last group of the season. If you have never been zip lining before do it you won't regret it.

Absolutely LOVED our zip lining experience! From start to finish, it was super fun and packed with excitement. The staff was incredible—friendly, funny, and totally focused on safety without ever making it feel stressful. They communicated everything clearly and made sure everyone felt comfortable and confident. Their great humor and easygoing conversation kept us laughing and relaxed the entire time. Honestly, we were having so much fun, we didn’t want it to end—we could’ve stayed out there all day! Highly recommend this for anyone looking for a thrilling, well-run adventure with a crew that truly knows how to make it memorable. 🌲💯

Amazing crew! We really enjoyed the light funny atmosphere. It was our first time zip lining and they made it so comfortable and amazing. I even got stuck and someone came out and got me!! I really enjoyed it. Thank your from my husband and I from the bottom of our hearts!

Great Zipline experience! The guys running it were very helpful and knowledgeable. They even had snacks, drinks, & games. We are in our 70s and we had so much fun! Highly recommend it.

The St. Joe River is stunning. I have yet to fish it yet but I plan to this summer. Either way even if the fishing is no good the drive to see it is worth it. The surrounding area is beautiful as well, I visited in St. Marie's, Id.

Beautiful river, such amazing views. Recommend seeing it by bike!

Fished above Avery but below the road closure at the first campground. April is the quiet time on the Joe.

Boondocking at its finest. Literally hundreds of miles of four wheeling.

BEAUTIFUL CLEAR WATER!!!

My grandpa took me fishing here 3 summers in a row. I miss it. Beautiful place in Idaho, if your ever passing through, ;)

Coming from western Washington and having access to cell service while you're camping is honestly a drag. I love that we can get away from everything here. No emails. No calls. No texts. Just the most amazing natural beauty. I love north Idaho.

Great State Park with several campgrounds within. Each has clean bathrooms and hot showers. More than 40+ miles of trails for fun hiking and mountain biking. The lake is beautiful for kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing and boating. Love it.

We visited the state park on a Thursday. We arrive around noon so we couldn’t check-in to our campsite. We decided to drive around and see what it had to offer. We were completely surprised at how big the park is. Once 2 o’clock came we headed back to the visitor center and checked in. Our campsite was spacious. Dry camping only, in our loop. There was a bathhouse and toilets centrally located.

We loved our site we had 2 companion sites and were able to bring our pontoon, kept it on the camp site, we had amazing meals, hikes, and enjoyed some great times fishing can’t wait to go back next year!

Beautiful campground, friendly staff, close to town. Make sure your pets don't get off leash though, as you will get scolded, not very nicely by camp host. All in all, a very family friendly place and beautiful scenery.

This state park is absolutely gorgeous! The lake is stunning, and the swimming was awesome—such a perfect spot to cool off and enjoy the outdoors. The campgrounds are spacious, clean, and really well-maintained, which made the whole experience even better. Everything about the park feels cared for and inviting. I would highly recommend visiting, and I’ll definitely be coming back!

HUGE state park. There are a lot of great features! Favorites were: Beaver bay day use area - good swimming bay. You can't paddleboard in the bay itself, but you can launch and explore from there. Food is available for purchase at Wet Willie's, and there are rentals also. We packed in our own boards. Super busy, the parking lot was packed but it was still beautiful! Disc Golf - there are 5 courses to explore! Brig Museum - we spent so much time there and enjoyed it! We loved it and want to come back someday! It's worth noting that you can't hang hammocks from the trees while you're camping, which is a little sad. But the trees are probably better off, I suppose.

Lots of room at the campsites, quiet, great places to get in the lake, trails for hiking/biking, and not far from Athol if you need groceries or something. We loved our weekend here!

Was great! Spent 2 days in the parks at end of June, not too busy at all. Clean, so many rides and everyone was friendly. The preloaded wristband was good for the teen to get eats as he needed, no need to carry cash with.

Great experience at Silverwood this weekend! Visited from Montana and this amusement part was easily found with navigation. The line in moved quick. $10 parking, longer parking lanes to walk. Checked in at a bag/purse check area. Walked a running under to main road to get to the park. Entering the ticketing area was quick, buy your tickets online (you can even load cash to a wristband). Oh, don’t forget to bring a credit card or debt card with you “verify your online purchase”… The park map was helpful and easy to read. Overall, the park felt safe. Which is important! Plenty of staff and easy to get around. Great kids space with quiet areas for little ones. Consider bringing a change of clothes (socks) just in case you get wet in the raft/log rides. There were some demo coaster chairs at some entrances for trial, because not all body types work with all rides. That was considerate! The lines in general weren’t miserable but be prepared with sunscreen and to practice some patience. Have fun, hope our little review helps!

September was definitely a perfect time to go to Silverwood. Parking was easy. Short walk through the tunnel to the parks entrance. Tickets cost less when fall starts. Pizza was great while we got to watch the magic show. Lines were practically nonexistent. Got to go on all the rides and some multiple times because the lines were so short. Spent the whole day there from open to close and had a great time. Definitely going back next year.

I visited Silverwood Theme Park for the first time to experience Scarywood—and it was totally awesome. Riding roller coasters in the back, in the dark, was a completely different experience. As a thriller author, I naturally look for thrills. I’m not a full-on adrenaline junkie, but the characters I write definitely live for the rush. We spent more time riding coasters than exploring the haunted houses. People later said the haunted houses were amazing, but the lines were over an hour long. I wasn’t up for that kind of wait. It was also freezing. Even though I’d bundled up, I wish I’d worn fleece pants. Not a ding on the park—just a heads-up. If you go at night in northern Idaho, be prepared for cold. Food options were solid. Parking was a bit of a bottleneck. There were still open spots, but traffic getting in was hectic. Once inside, ride lines averaged about thirty minutes, which felt reasonable. Stunt Pilot was epic. I’d ride it again in a heartbeat. Looking forward to my next visit.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Hidden Gem of Pure Fun — Silverwood Is Outstanding! 🎢🌲☀️ Silverwood Theme Park absolutely blew us away! From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the beautiful setting, friendly staff, and the perfect mix of thrill rides, family attractions, and water park fun. It’s truly a hidden gem in the Northwest — clean, well-run, and full of charm. The roller coasters are incredible! Stunt Pilot was smooth and intense, Tremors delivered insane airtime, and Timber Terror was a blast from start to finish. Even the classic Corkscrew was a thrill with its historic flair. The rides are well-maintained, and the wait times were super reasonable — a rare treat! Boulder Beach Water Park was the perfect way to cool off, with awesome slides, wave pools, and a great kids’ area like Poliwog Park. Everything felt safe, organized, and spotless. We also loved the live entertainment and the charming touches like the steam train ride with a fun little show — such a unique experience! The staff were all incredibly kind and helpful, from the ride operators to food service to lifeguards. You can tell they take pride in the park and care about guest experience. If I had one suggestion, it would be to add more vegetarian options and maybe even a few Indian dishes to the food courts — that would make the park even more inclusive. Overall, Silverwood is an absolute 10/10! It’s got the magic of a big theme park but with the warmth and personality of a local treasure. We’ll definitely be back — and bringing more friends next time!

Everything was beautiful, pleasant and clean, including the parking lot and rest rooms! The staff were polite and respectful. Come on a weekday, not weekend. Our huge family had a wonderful time. If you attend with 15 or more guests, you qualify for a group rate, which needs to be booked ahead of time, & is so worth it! I only have one small complaint: the music was too loud. My family had to shout over each other to have a conversation. Kudos to their lifeguards, I can tell they're highly trained and take their jobs seriously. (I'm a certified lifeguard) Thank you Silverwood, we can't wait to come again next summer.

For about the fourth year in a row we have reserved a cabana at boulder beach to spend the day at Silverwood. This year we decided to upgrade to the family sized one in the Emerald Forest as we had more family with us. We only make it out to Silverwood once a year so splitting the cost between our families is worth the convenience the cabanas offer. The family cabana offers two tables, three sofas, a large fridge, several additional chairs, and a locking cabinet. Additionally you get six new Silverwood beach towels to keep, six tube rental vouchers, and VIP wrist bands to order food and drink. You can also scan the QR code in the cabana and order to have it delivered right to you for no additional cost. We had an amazing day taking the kids all through the park and coming back to the cabana to rest and regroup between rides. The one downside is the lines for the rides in the water park are so long. Towards the end of the day we made our way to the amusement park and spent the remainder of the evening watching the kids going roller coasters and everything else. Silverwood is always such a great time and something we look forward to every year. The cabana, for us, is money well spent. The one we had this time was 204 and it was shaded the entire day, as are almost all of the family ones. Last year we had one of the smaller ones and towards the end of the day the sun was shining fully into the cabana and it was very toasty.

A beautiful little farm on the outskirts of town. Run by the most amicable owner and maintained to perfection. Plenty to see. The animals are adorable and friendly. My 3 year old, the grandparents and I all had an amazing visit here. Highly recommend! Wish we had brought a little picnic to sit and enjoy the view from the ridgeline. Check to see if this is allowed with day visits!

We had an amazing time at the ranch the owners and the son (Clint) were so kind and made my daughter’s birthday special. This ranch is so beautiful and the animals are soooo happy and healthy.

It was a cold, cloudy & slightly rainy day when we made the trip up to this ranch. Little did we know we were about to meet the most amazing people we have ever met. There is love & respect everywhere you turn. The ranch, land, and the animals are impeccably cared for by Sonia and Andy. While there were so many beautiful things to see, Sonia stopped us at one point so we could listen to the wind blowing through the mountain grasslands-it was awesome. If you are anywhere near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, you must make the trip here. It's inspiring.

You need to see this ranch! We were blown away by the experience! Such sweet animals and people in a gorgeous setting! It was one of the best parts of our vacation!

We visited 7 Stars on July 24 with grandkids aged 5 and 7. It was such a great positive experience for them as well as my daughter and me. Clint was a guide and engaged the kids whenever he could. The time in the pastures with the alpaca, goats, donkeys and little ponies was great. Animals are gentle and easy to be with. Totally recommend this experience.

MUST VISIT Unbelievably nice and amazing family own this BEAUTIFUL ranch. One of our best experiences ever as you will walk and interact with amazing animals on your own. They have Alpacas, llama, goats, miniature horses and donkeys and turkeys. Animals were adorable and super friendly. Please make sure to make an appointment before you visit as it’s by appointment only. Tours are every day at 11 am

Wonderful experience. Tour was informative and the guide, Clint, was just as friendly as can be. Amazing views, peaceful surroundings and so many animals to pet. Love that they rescued a lot of the animals.

Tubbs Hill is worth driving over from Spokane for a hike. Depending on which trail you take, there are different levels of terrain difficulty. It is a long trek around without a bathroom. Go before you start your hike.

Awesome place to start the hike on the east side. Parking in a lot and on the street. Can hike to the quiet beach or complete the loop around Tubbs Hill.

Nice little hiking area. We covered most of the trails in an hour. They seem newly built and could probably use a few more switchbacks on the summit trails but it's definitely not a touch hike overall. The main loop is very easy. We parked in the east lot and had not trouble finding parking at 11am on Friday. Weekends are probably pretty busy though.

Nice neighborhood family-friendly trail park. Great for hiking or running. The trails are well marked. Elevation gain to the summit is manageable and doable for really almost everyone! Some bird watching and lots of deer roaming in the park.

Great place to go with kids dogs and kayaks!

Nice little trail with views of the lake and some swim spots. Busy. Dog friendly. Parked on the opposite side of town so I didn't have to pay.

It was amazing, but I'm very tired. A few trails for everyone 😁, we chose the loop trail, the whole trail was up or down, but the views were fantastic. We took many photos, nature is beautiful. There were many small and large rocks, bridges, the trail led among conifers but sometimes you walked in the sun without a bit of shade 😁. It was worth it although I had the moment that I could not cope, I would not come 😳. I came, I overcome fatigue 😀

Absolutely beautiful. Lots to do and see around the lake.

Our absolute favorite place to getaway to! So many water activities that are offered (you can rent kayaks, paddle boards, peddal boats, and more!) And downtown area is walking distance, always something fun going on!

Beautiful lake and a must-see at some point in your life. Would love to come back with the family and explore more.

Beautiful and great family fun. A must do when anywhere in the area.

Lake Coeur d'Alene was beautiful and huge there are small towns around the lake many with docking... restaurants and bars. We rented a pontoon for a fair price...it was the best way to see all areas and a few towns. We spent the whole day on the lake it was a great time!

Beautiful Lake! Amazing place to vacation. The lake and watersports, seaplane rides, and biking/multi-use trails around the lake. Coeur d'Alene is a great little downtown to walk, with Huckleberry everything, good restaurants. Take a short boat ride from Coeur d'Alene resort to the golf course and have an amazing breakfast on the patio overlooking the floating green

If I win the lottery I'm buying a home here, beautiful lake, with the forested hills surrounding the lake, love it, very friendly people here in Idaho!!!

I have played Circling Raven before a couple time. But I forgot how great this course really is. The front 9 is good. But the back 9 is magical. As the course wanders through the trees and up and down the rolling hills, it is one of the most beautiful settings of any coarse. It is so remote that you don’t see or hear anyone. It feels as if you are alone in the wilderness. Now the course is in great shape. There were no dead spots or imperfections. The greens ran fast and true. Probably close to 11.5. The bunkers had light fluffy sand. Some of the best I have hit out of. If you are in the area, it is a must play.

My perspective on Circling Raven will probably be a bit different than most posts, as Kim and I were the 'ride alongs' on the boys golf day! We do this regularly on vacations and have seen many beautiful courses, HECK we live on a golf course with views. ALL staff were very friendly, welcoming, helpful and displayed a sense of humor which was a much appreciated added bonus. Circling Raven itself was a cut above most courses and absolutely breathtaking, every single hole. The way they have married the course to the natural beauty surrounding and throughout the course is exceptional and you never know what you'll see around the next bend or over the next hill. The added beauty of aged wooden bridges, old train tracks, tunnels, blooming crop fields, native wildlife (and on OUR day, those huge fluffy clouds) make this a course we'll be more than happy to crash on any future trips as well. Oh... and least I forget, the boys said the course was in top condition, challenging and made for some hilariously colorful self commentary along the way. Wonderful memories all around.

Excellent layout, fast undulating greens. If you want to eat b4 ur round, show up early. They are in no hurry to get food out at the course restaurant.

Just an awesome experience. Every golf fan needs to experience Circling Raven at least once. Of course, be warned that once you play, you'll be planning your next outing or at least thinking about it. Played here June 5 and conditions were spectacular. Greens are lightning fast. The pin setter needs to be reminded that most of us are tourists and not professionals. I'm guessing that over half the pins were on the edge of the greens with very little room for error. It's probably going to add a few extra strokes to your game, but still, we walked away with a sense of euphoria.

We were there to watch our daughter play in the high school state tournament. The course was beautiful! The variety on the holes was impressive. The course is long, would highly suggest a cart. The carts have nice features like a small cooler, club and ball wash station, and GPS screens you can order from. I really appreciated the course hosting the tournament. It was an incredible opportunity for our daughter. We will definitely plan to go back and play as a family!

The scope a size of this course is enormous. I love that the course is in front of you. No blind/trick shot necessary. Generous fairways for a short hitter like me. Played from white tees it was less intimidating for a first time player. Good distances between holes. Very fair price.

Wow! All I can say is wow! This course was amazing! The groundskeepers did an OUTSTANDING job! The clubhouse was amazing and Jordan at the front desk of the clubhouse was very helpful! Can’t wait to come back! Seriously haven’t golfed in over 10 years and I had such and amazing time! The carts were pretty awesome, the service ON the course was epic and it was just an all out Amazing opportunity, Connie Jacobs, thank you so much for helping us experience this wonderful time!

Amazing drive with spectacular views of the mountain ranges! Excellent ski park for all levels from bunny hills to longer ones. The hike in the snow was pretty good. Open access to many walking and hiking trails. The vista house was close at this point of the year so will definitely want to be back for that. Parking wasn’t difficult but imagine it gets crowded during summer.

Mt. Spokane can be seen throughout the Spokane area, as far as Steptoe Butte about 2 hours south of there.

Wonderful views and the closest place to gain elevation!

Vista House shelter at the summit Mt Spokane beautiful afternoon drive. Perfect place for a picnic. A peaceful panoramic view of forests and lakes across two states

Such a great sight to see. Need a park pass but it's gorgeous with or without snow

Beautiful views and great picture opportunity. So many trails to take all over the mountian.

Great place to bike, hike, and take in the beautiful views.

We took the 2 hour tour in Glacier National Park. It was amazing. Folks were friendly. One was a true cowboy, with of course cowboy position on things, like women's place and intelligence which he tied to male and female horses, which I found funny, the wife, not so much, but he did try to walk some of it back. Also they were nearly 2 hours late in getting out on the trial, even though we were told to be there well in advance. Wasn't really cool to hear them talk on the radios how the cowboy was "probobly" babysitting the next group, as they were late. Took off one star for the nearly 2 hour wait, sure wife would have taken a few more off for the sexist talk, but she can if she reviews it. Overall amazing ride, great area and guides were great.

My family of 3 went on this morning’s 10am 2 hour Cracker Flats ride with their guide, Reagan. She was friendly, professional, and a great guide. She made sure we were safe,comfortable, and happy. The trail was through forest and then opened up to the flats where you could see the mountains all around. Truly gorgeous. Highly recommend.

What an amazing experience! I was in Montana on a yoga retreat and we went horseback riding one day while there. The wranglers we had were top notch, so friendly and knowledgeable! We all loved every minute of being there!

Months ago, I tried to book the Piegan Valley ride, but because I was a single rider, I wasn’t able to book it so they put me on the Josephine Lake ride with another group that had booked. Months went by, but a few days before my trip, I got a call that someone had booked the Piegan Valley tour and they would switch it! I was amazed they kept me on a wait list for months! All the female wranglers at Many Glacier corral were AMAZING! All very friendly and knowledgeable. Our guide, Amanda, was exceptional. She knew lots about the history of the park and the geology. I would highly recommend booking a ride!

Met up at base camp at around 3000’. Rode 12 miles in about 5 hours into the Swan Valley to the upper camp around 5400’. Upper camp was a beautiful camp nestled amongst the tall pines with the lion creek running through camp. Our source of water for the week coming from the melting snow still covering the swan mountain range. Camp was made up of 6 wall tents and a camp dining tent. Our tent had two cots which would be our home for the week. The food far exceeded my expectations. Kris was the camp cook and she was fantastic. We had restaurant quality breakfasts and dinners every day. And her packed lunches were just as good on our rides. We took two rides. One up through the lion creek pass into Bob Marshall. That ride was about two miles and took us to 7000’. After crossing the pass we found two beautiful mountain lakes. Swimming in the lakes was a great experience. So clear and cool. From this point we looked out across a vast wilderness. The second ride took us up towards the peak of swan mountain. Couldn’t make the peak. Rode to about 7500’ in only 1 1/2 miles. Very steep up and back. Becky and I hiked another 500’ in elevation to get to some snow. Where we made snowman in august. The wildflowers up there where everywhere. Thousands of them. Despite being in the most populated area of the lower 48 for both brown and black bears we didn’t see any. We did see a few elk and had mullies come into camp one morning. Our guides were incredible. Matt and Kyle. So knowledgeable and provided us with a great experience. The pictures and videos just don’t do this trip justice. And the horses were so incredible. We rode trials that barely had enough room for all four of their feet. And the way they ascended and descended those trails was amazing. Some so step we had to lead them down. The stars went on forever. We covered about 30 miles in 4 days and went from 3500’-8000’ and back. Such an appreciation for our horses. Mine was ‘hammer’. I cannot begin to explain how great sitting in the saddle feels and riding those trails. Montana I will be back. And if your looking for a top notch once in a lifetime experience visit Swan Mountain Outfitters. Best in the business.

My son and I took the half day Glacier Overlook ride with Swan Mountain Outfitters through the beautiful National Forest near Glacier National Park from their East West Glacier location. Caity was our guide and she made the ride very memorable and was always willing to stop the ride to make saddle and stirrup adjustments for the less experienced riders like my son and me. It just so happened that we were the only riders booked for our time slot, so we basically had a private trip. The ride took us up to a cliff edge that provided a beautiful view of Glacier National Park and the surrounding areas. Caity was very knowledgeable about the area, including the foliage and names/backgrounds of the various mountains. We were able to sit out on the cliff and soak in the beautiful nature around us. She even picked some huckleberries for us to sample. The ride was at a comfortable pace and included some inclines and declines adding just the right amount of difficulty for inexperienced riders like us! In talking with our guide, we learned how Swan Mountain Outfitters looks after their horses ensuring they are in good physical condition while not being overworked. While I didn’t have the opportunity to go horseback riding with another outfit, I believe I made a great choice and would definitely book another trip, possibly an all day ride ending with a cowboy cookout !

Incredible trip! Took the 3 day pack trip ~15 miles in. Coming from Chicago, the views were breathtaking. The experience was rewarding. Although our group was comfortable in the outdoors based on previous camping, we had barely any riding experience prior to this. Don’t let that stop you if you were like us. The guides (Nelson and Kevin) were informative, reaffirming, and listened. They took whatever concern you had seriously, and addressed it to ensure you were comfortable. It truly is your trip and what you want to do. Our camp cook, Stephanie, made fantastic meals, but we also found ourselves sitting at the table or riding the trails sharing stories with her. She was amazing. The rides can be hard at times—very steep inclines/switchbacks. But, you need to and learn to trust your horse. They’re incredible animals—literal athletes in every sense—that the outfitters truly care for and you learn to truly respect/admire. The horses have done these trails hundreds of times, so you quickly learn to trust what you learn during your orientation, but more importantly, trust your horse when technical parts of the trail come in front. Only negative/feedback I would give to SMO is to be more clear on tipping at the end of the trip. Although stated on the site and materials provided, it was still confusing at the end of the trip. All because we wanted to make sure we were compensating everyone appropriately for an amazing trip! Just caused a little frustration among the larger group but nothing to deter from this experience. You’ll see views you would never be able to see any other way. You’ll experience new, sometimes challenging but always rewarding, things when it comes to the ride. And, you’ll make some friends along the way. Recommending to all my friends/family. Thank you SMO! Will not forget this trip.