Bonsai Brewing Project

Bonsai Brewing Project has become one of Whitefish’s most beloved gathering spots since planting roots downtown. The philosophy here mirrors the art form it’s named after — patient, deliberate, and always evolving. The result is a rotating lineup of inventive craft beers that reflect the seasons and the spirit of the Flathead Valley. The food […]

Craggy Range Bar & Grill

Craggy Range Bar & Grill is the kind of downtown anchor that every mountain town needs — unpretentious, reliably good, and always full of people who look like they’re having a great time. The menu covers the classics done well: burgers, sandwiches, and bar staples that hit the spot after a long day on the […]

Northwest Montana Adventures

When the snow falls in Northwest Montana, the backcountry opens up in ways that only a snowmobile can fully access. Northwest Montana Adventures puts you on the right machine with the right guidance to explore hundreds of miles of groomed trails winding through Flathead National Forest — terrain that’s spectacular in any season but truly […]

Dog Sled Adventures

There are winter activities, and then there are experiences that stay with you for years. Dog Sled Adventures falls firmly into the second category. Operating out of the wilderness near Whitefish, this family-run outfit gives visitors the rare opportunity to mush their own sled dog team through snow-covered Montana backcountry — an experience that combines […]

Glacier Adventure Guides

Glacier Adventure Guides specializes in getting visitors off the beaten path and into the parts of Glacier National Park that most people never see. Led by expert naturalist guides with deep knowledge of the park’s geology, ecology, and wildlife, their small-group and private tours create the kind of immersive backcountry experience that transforms a Glacier […]

Whitefish Outfitters & Tours

For visitors who want to experience Glacier National Park with the depth and context that only a local expert can provide, Whitefish Outfitters & Tours is the operator to call. Specializing in private guided experiences — hiking, wildlife watching, and photography tours — they offer the kind of personalized, unhurried access to the park that […]

Glacier Guides & Montana Raft

Operating since 1983, Glacier Guides & Montana Raft is the most experienced full-service outdoor outfitter in the Glacier National Park region — a four-decade track record that reflects both the quality of their operation and the loyalty of their guests. The roster of guided experiences covers everything the landscape has to offer: whitewater rafting on […]

Glacier Tourbase

Glacier Tourbase solves one of the most common challenges of planning a Northwest Montana trip: figuring out how to book the right guided experiences without spending hours hunting across a dozen different outfitter websites. This local booking platform aggregates tours, activities, and experiences across the Glacier National Park region into a single, easy-to-navigate destination. From […]

MacKenzie River Pizza Co.

Born in Bozeman in 1993 and beloved across Montana ever since, MacKenzie River Pizza Co. channels the spirit of the state’s outdoor culture into every meal. The Whitefish location sits in the heart of downtown Central Avenue, serving up handcrafted pizzas with adventurous toppings, crisp salads, and hearty scratch-made plates in a warm, lodge-inspired setting […]

Mambo – Mountain Italian

Walk into Mambo Mountain Italian and the mood is immediately clear: this is a place that takes its Italian food seriously and its atmosphere even more so. The lights are low, the music is turned up, and the energy in the room has the kind of buzz that makes a Tuesday night feel like a […]

Piggyback Barbecue

There’s nothing quite like the smell of Piggyback Barbecue on a summer evening in Whitefish. This is Montana’s only authentic pit BBQ restaurant, and the kitchen takes that distinction seriously — smoking ribs, pulled pork, beef brisket, and burgers low and slow over Flathead cherry wood, which gives the meat a subtly sweet, distinctly local […]

Montana Tap House

If you judge a tap room by its selection, Montana Tap House sets the bar high with 50-plus craft beers on tap at any given time. Located just off the main downtown strip on Wisconsin Avenue, this is a neighborhood institution for craft beer lovers who want variety, a relaxed atmosphere, and none of the […]

Jalisco Cantina

Jalisco Cantina brought something Whitefish didn’t know it needed — genuine, scratch-made Mexican food inspired by the flavors of coastal Jalisco — and the town hasn’t looked back since. The kitchen cooks everything fresh daily, using high-quality ingredients to produce tacos, enchiladas, burritos, and seasonal specials with a depth of flavor that earns the restaurant […]

Loula’s Cafe

Loula’s Cafe occupies one of Whitefish’s most storied buildings — the historic Masonic Temple in the heart of downtown — and the restaurant is as distinctive as its setting. The walls rotate with works by Montana artists, creating a gallery-like atmosphere that pairs beautifully with a menu built entirely from scratch using local and farm-direct […]

Buffalo Cafe

Family-owned and operated since 1979, Buffalo Cafe is as close to a Whitefish institution as dining gets. The menu blends hearty American cooking with Southwestern influences — a combination that’s produced decades of loyal regulars who return trip after trip for the same beloved dishes. Breakfast and lunch are the main events: expect made-from-scratch cooking, […]

Stumptown Ice Den

Stumptown Ice Den is one of those community anchors that makes a mountain town feel complete. Open year-round, this full-sized indoor rink hosts public skating sessions, youth and adult hockey leagues, figure skating programs, and learn-to-skate classes — a genuine multi-use facility that serves both the local community and visitors looking for something active and […]

Great Northern Whitewater Rafting

Family-owned and operated since 1981, Great Northern Whitewater Rafting has spent over four decades perfecting the art of introducing people to Montana’s rivers. Based at their riverside lodge in West Glacier, they offer guided whitewater rafting, scenic float trips, and fly fishing on the Middle and North Forks of the Flathead — waters that run […]

Glacier Raft Company

Few experiences in Northwest Montana match the thrill of running the Middle Fork of the Flathead River with Glacier Raft Company. In operation since 1976, this is one of the most experienced rafting outfitters in the region, guiding guests through the wild and scenic corridor that forms the southern boundary of Glacier National Park. The […]

Bar W Guest Ranch

Fifteen minutes from downtown Whitefish, Bar W Guest Ranch offers a completely different side of Northwest Montana — one rooted in the working ranch tradition and the wide-open spirit of the American West. Horseback riding is the centerpiece: trail rides through stunning mountain terrain that range from beginner-friendly excursions to full-day backcountry adventures led by […]

Whitefish Mountain Resort

There’s no single experience more central to a Whitefish visit than Whitefish Mountain Resort. Perched atop Big Mountain with 3,000 feet of vertical, 105 trails, and an average of 300 inches of snowfall per year, this is one of the premier ski and snowboard destinations in the American West — a mountain that earns its […]

Glacier Wake

Whitefish Lake is one of the crown jewels of Northwest Montana, and Glacier Wake gives you the best possible way to experience it. Specializing in wakesurfing and wakeboarding charters aboard top-of-the-line wake boats, they deliver a premium on-water experience complete with professional instruction, quality equipment, and a crew that genuinely loves what they do. Pontoon […]

Stumptown Art Studio

Rain, shine, or powder day, Stumptown Art Studio is one of downtown Whitefish’s most reliably enjoyable experiences. This welcoming community art studio offers walk-in classes in pottery, glass fusing, mosaic, and painting — accessible to complete beginners and satisfying for those with more experience. No appointment required for most sessions, making it an easy spontaneous […]

Jersey Boys Pizzeria

Started by a New Jersey transplant with his grandmother’s recipes and a deep respect for the craft, Jersey Boys Pizzeria has become Whitefish’s most celebrated pizza destination — voted Best Pizza in the Best of Whitefish awards and earning rave reviews from visitors who weren’t expecting to find this level of East Coast authenticity in […]

Swift Creek Cafe

Since its days as a neighborhood fixture under previous ownership, Swift Creek Cafe has evolved into one of Whitefish’s most exciting breakfast and lunch destinations under chef-owner Christian Moreno. The kitchen is a scratch operation — house-made bread, fresh preserves, and a menu that bridges creative chef-driven thinking with the kind of satisfying, accessible cooking […]

Montana E-Bikes & More

The Going-to-the-Sun Road is one of the most spectacular drives in North America — and on an e-bike from Montana E-Bikes & More, it becomes one of the most spectacular rides. Based in Whitefish, this outfitter rents high-quality electric bikes and leads guided tours through Glacier National Park, the surrounding trails, and the broader Flathead […]