Are You Ready For A Whitefish Vacation?

Are You Coming To Vacation In Whitefish? We’ll leave the light on for you. Whether it’s snow-covered mountains for great skiing or you want to see the summer wildflowers filling a mountainside, Whitefish has it all. The Flathead Valley offers families and full-fledged adventurers a taste of everything. 

Spectacular Scenery Await You In Glacier National Park

Of course, any nature photographer should be here to take the best that whitefish mountain has to offer. Or, he/she can take a short and scenic drive into Glacier National Park for the best of the best nature has to offer. 

But, we’ll focus on awe-inspiring panoramas, our fresh air, and easy accessibility to the very best of Northwest Montana. So, it’s time to prepare for a great trip to Whitefish, Montana.

Located in the northwest corner of the state, Whitefish is a resort town with fewer than 10,000 permanent residents. It sits on the coasts of Whitefish Lake, where site visitors can gaze upon both the water as well as surrounding rugged mountaintops. It’s an area where tranquility and solitude is the norm, but has an edgy modern vibe that just makes it truly unique and quaint.

FAST FACTS ABOUT WHITEFISH

1) It’s a 15 minute drive from Glacier National Airport

2) 20 minutes to Kalispell

3) 45 minutes to Glacier National Park

4) Whitefish Lake is approximately 220 feet deep and runs 7 miles x 2.5 miles

5) There are about 50 restaurants offering a diversity of food to tempt any palate with some delectable and unique creations.

GREAT WHITEFISH DINING

If you think we’re biased by our local cuisine. It’s true. We are and we ask you try our local restaurants. Or, bring in a local chef and watch them create a special menu in your very own home or our condo. (Yes!! We do recommend this and can guide you to a great choice) 

If you need a place to kick back and relax, Whitefish waiting for you. Instead, it’s a location tailor-made for those that intend to separate from their day-to-day regimens and reconnect with the less complex points, like the landscape’s breathtaking all-natural beauty.

GREAT WEATHER

Those looking for verdant landscapes and also blue skies need to visit Whitefish in the spring or summer.  Temperature levels will are in the mid-50s as well as mid-60s. But, by May you’ll start seeing these go up and will be nice and warm as June passes into July, and August. The last few summers have been warm in the mid 80’s in August.

The autumn is one more gorgeous time of year to come. You’ll see that the weather cools off a little bit and the trees transform into a kaleidoscope of shades with peak vegetation. Expect September, October, as well as November temperatures to go down swiftly from the high 60s to the low 40s.

Nevertheless, if you enjoy the snow, our winter months might be the perfect time for you to come. Skiing and snowboarding await your visiut. And remember, we are the best place to stay in Whitefish since we are truly slopeside on Whitefish Mountain. So, that makes us perfect for skiers who want a ski-in ski-out location. 

Winters can be really nice, or take a polar bear plunge and drop to absolutely chilly.  Mostly, you’ll see temperature levels going down to the low 20s in December, January, and February. But, skiers will relish in snowfall likely falling throughout those months too. To put it simply, Whitefish is a wonderful place for everybody.

A Few Things To Do While You’re Here

Take a day trip to Glacier National Park

Site visitors to Whitefish should not miss out on nearby Glacier National Park. This

Glacier National Park’s Pristine Beauty Welcomes You At Any Time of the Year

makes for an amazing outing and the quietness of winter is not to be missed. Driving the Going-to-the-Sun Road is obviously a must on everyone’s list. Just make sure if you are here in the summer, you MUST get a vehicle reservation to take the GTTSR.  

Of course, if you can split your time and stay with us at Glacier Bear Condo and then staying INSIDE Glacier national Park at our sister location, Glacier Bear Cabin which is located at Apgar Village & Lake McDonald. Visit www.GlacierBearCabin.com for more information. You can also call Don and he’ll give you a price break if you want to stay in both locations.  

Hike Whitefish Mountain 

You can hike up and down Big Mountain and, bike it too.  There are wildflowers to welcome you and, in August, take a pale and gather huckleberries as you go. In the summer, the main chairlifts are open and it’s a wonderful way to spend the day.

Shop in Downtown Whitefish

Shopping in Downtown Whitefish. Photo Courtesy: Glacier Country Tourism

Take a stroll down Central Avenue and enjoy our unique and quaint shops to find perfect gifts for yourself or to bring home.  Whether you need clothing, artwork, kitchen gadgets or toys, you’ll find something for anyone on your list. Of couse, we think you can start your Christmas shopping anytime of the year in Whitefish. 

It’s Time for Skiing and Snowboarding

Are you a snow lover? There’s no better place to be than Whitefish Mountain for fun skiing. And, you should know by now that Glacier Bear Condo is truly slopeside and right off Chair 3. It’s a perfect lodging option!  Whitefish ski resort, is celebrating 75 years and 3,000 acres of skiable area with 105 marked trails. From bunny trails and ski lessons to the best for experienced skiers, Whitefish Mountain has it all for you. 

Where Are We? 

To get to Whitefish, Glacier Park International Airport is located about 15 minutes from downtown and is an easy drive. Or, maybe you’d prefer and more scenic ride? Make your adventure a truly unit one and take Amtrak which pulls right into the historical Whitefish Depot.

WOULD YOU RATHER STAY INSIDE GLACIER NATIONAL PARK?

Of course, we can help with that. First, Glacier Bear Condo is about 40-45 minutes to Glacier National Park  BUT, did you know we also have a sister location inside the Park at Apgar Village?  We do!

Glacier Bear Cabin is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom cabin with on-site kayaks, paddle boards, mountain bikes and e-bikes on-site for guests to use anytime during your stay.  Click HERE to visit our sister website. 

Furthermore, it also gives you access to the Going To The Sun Road anytime during your stay. We’ll share access information 24 hours before you arrive at the cabin.

Glacier Bear Cabin – Located Within Walking Distance to Lake McDonald at Apgar Village

If you would like more information, please visit our sister website at https://glacierbearcabin.com If you would like to book both and split your time, please email us for a special quote at don@glacierbearcabin.com