Consistently ranked one of the best all-around ski resorts in the country, Whitefish Mountain spans 3,000 acres of terrain, boasts 113 marked trails, and averages 320 inches of snowfall per year. The resort offers terrain for everyone: groomed cruisers with jaw-dropping views of Whitefish Lake, the Great Northern Range, and Glacier National Park, as well as endless expert terrain including open glade skiing in Hellroaring Basin and mandatory airs off of the East Rim.

Local’s Tips

Go straight to the top of Chair 1 to break through the cloud cover into bluebird skies and experience the phenomenon known as cloud inversions. On hardpack days, head to the back side for better conditions - more sun, softer snow, and fewer people.

Known as “The Crown of the Continent,” Glacier is truly one of the most special places in the world. It contains 1 million acres of wilderness, 700+ miles of trails, 700+ lakes and ponds, 100+ summits reaching 8,000 feet or greater, and 25 named glaciers. There truly aren’t words to do this place justice, so just trust us and plan to spend as many days here as remotely possible.

Local’s Tips

Fall is our favorite time of year in the park. There are fewer crowds (which also means more wildlife), the foliage adds yet another layer of beauty, and the good weather extends well into September - and sometimes even October!

If it’s your first time here, drive the Going to the Sun Road to the top of Logan Pass. There’s a reason this is the most popular activity in the park. We recommend stopping anywhere along the side of Lake McDonald, at The Loop, and at as many of the overlooks beyond that point that call to you. 

Looking for a good trail?

There’s a lot of great ones so it’s hard to know where to start. Here are a few of our favorites:

Go straight to the top of Chair 1 to break through the cloud cover into bluebird skies and experience the phenomenon known as cloud inversions. On hardpack days, head to the back side for better conditions - more sun, softer snow, and fewer people.

Nestled in between the Whitefish Range and Lion Mountain, you can’t miss the many activities and scenery that Whitefish Lake has to offer. It won’t take you more than 5 minutes to get there from the hotel and you’ll find crystal clear water and generally great conditions for summer recreation including swimming, paddle boarding, water skiing, or just lounging.

Local’s Tips

There are three great public spots to enjoy the lake: City Beach, Whitefish Lake State Park, and our personal favorite, Les Mason State Park. Call ahead and reserve paddle boards or bring your dog along for a swim at the dog-friendly beach.