Summer Adventures

Red Bus Tours in Glacier National Park

The Going-to-the-Sun Road is both beautiful and awe-inspiring! Sit back and enjoy the scenery with a narrated ride on one of Glacier's vintage 1930's red buses. As much of the park’s scenery is vertically oriented, the roll-back tops are perfect for providing full views of the stunning mountains and the area’s signature Big Sky.

Red Bus Tours

Charter Fishing on Whitefish Lake

Fish the beautiful Whitefish Lake! Book a charter departure from our boat dock for your chance to catch that 22-pound trout. Half-day and full-day outings are available, and catching a fish is guaranteed!

Whitefish Lake Charters

Fly Fishing

Live out a scene from A River Runs Through It! Learn the art of fly fishing with local guides on a river bordering Glacier National Park or other local waterways. Learn to cast from a drift boat or raft in groups of two.

Great Northern Whitewater Raft & Resort

Private Boat Tour

Board a wooden boat and enjoy a 1.5-hour captained tour of Whitefish Lake. Choose a daytime tour or the popular Scenic Sunset Cruise with champagne. Tours board at the Marina at our sister property, The Lodge at Whitefish Lake.

Wood Boat Tours

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Explore Whitefish Lake on paddle board! Stand up paddle board rentals are available through the The Lodge Marina at our sister property The Lodge at Whitefish Lake.

The Lodge Marina

Mountain Biking

Smooth single-track, technical downhill, and fast flow trails, the Whitefish area has a wide variety of mountain bike trails to explore!

The Whitefish Trail offers plentiful cross-country loop options, Spencer Mountain offers downhill and freeride terrain, and Whitefish Mountain Resort offers 30+ miles of cross-country and lift-accessed trails ranging from beginner level to expert downhill courses. For more independent adventurers, US Forest Service trails offer many more trails for endless exploration!

Whitefish Mountain Resort

Whitefish Mountain Resort provides diverse recreational opportunities year-round! Ranked among the leading ski resorts in the nation for overall experience and value, WMR is steadily growing in popularity regionally and nationally. Ski its 3,000+ acres of groomed runs, gladed trees, and steeps buried in an average of 300+ inches annually, and you'll quickly understand why.

Summertime on the mountain engages recreationalists with zip-line tours, an aerial adventure park, alpines slides, lift-access and cross-country mountain biking, hiking, scenic chair lift rides, and more!

Whitefish Mountain Resort - Summer Activities

Horseback Riding

There is nothing like the feeling of being on horseback in the rugged and wild west. Choose your experience from a local working ranch or among the noble mountains of Glacier National Park. Whether an experienced rider or first time on horseback, you are sure to have an unforgettable adventure!

Hiking

Northwest Montana has incredible hiking options to meet all ability and comfort levels.

Enjoy a stroll on the Viking Creek Preserve Trail (located at The Lodge at Whitefish Lake), a hike on the Whitefish Trails, or choose from over 700 miles of trail in Glacier National Park. Guided and unguided hiking available.

Guides can take you off the beaten path in the area surrounding Whitefish. Private, guided excursions are available through several providers (see Whitefish Outfitters, Glacier Guides, Glacier Hikes & Bikes, The Glacier Guide), and free ranger-led hikes are available through the National Park Service.

Golfing

The Flathead Valley is home to over 8 golf courses to test your skills on everything from a links-style course to the course voted #1 in Montana by Golf Digest, all while playing against a backdrop of breathtaking mountains.

Float Plane Tours

Let your adventurous spirit take flight! There are few things that can compare to a Float Plane Tour over Northwest Montana, Hungry Horse Reservoir, and near Glacier National Park. The sight of majestic peaks laden with ancient glaciers will certainly be a lasting memory. This tour can accommodate groups up to 6 people.

Backcountry Flying Experience

Whitefish Outfitters

Explore the Flathead Valley on a private, customizable tour. Whitefish Outfitters offers driving tours of Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, and the National Bison Range, as well as easy or strenuous hiking, photo tours, bike tours within Glacier National Park and the Flathead National Forest, and more!

Whitefish Outfiters

Glacier Hikes & Bikes

Glacier Hikes & Bikes is a premier guiding company specializing in unforgettable outdoor adventures. Services include guided excursions for biking, e-biking, hiking, pack-rafting, backpacking, scenic drives, and personalized itineraries tailored to your unique preferences. Our expert-led trips in Glacier National Park and the Flathead National Forest emphasize education and appreciation of the stunning landscapes. 

Glacier Hikes & Bikes

The Glacier Guide

The Glacier Guide offers private, customizable Glacier Country Experiences for Firebrand Guests looking to go beyond a standard driving tour! Hosted by local backcountry guide and professional photographer, Dan Smarg, activities include scenic Wildlife Safaris & Historic Barn Tours, romantic Sunset Picnics & SUP Paddleboard Floats accompanied by professional photo shoots, Master Photography Courses, Huckleberry Hunts, Marriage Proposal, Engagement or Wedding Elopement Sessions, as well as custom-built itineraries around Whitefish and the greater Flathead Valley/Glacier Country area. Guests book directly with The Glacier Guide for a polished, personal experience designed especially for their interests, timing, and comfort level.

The Glacier Guide

Tour Glacier

Experience Glacier the easy way with fully guided, all-inclusive driving tours and unique Flathead Lake adventures. Enjoy transportation, park entry, and lunch, making it the most seamless way to explore the park. For something truly different, the signature guided kayak tour to Wild Horse Island combines paddling, wildlife viewing, and a picnic lunch on one of the Flathead Valley’s most memorable landscapes.

Tour Glacier

Sun Tours

The Sun Tours' approach to Glacier National Park explores the inclusion of the native history and cultural aspects of the Blackfeet ancestral homeland. Choose full-day, half-day, or custom tours.

Sun Tours

Rock Climbing

Learn to climb or expand your knowledge in a safe and fun environment for all ages. Whether you’re a seasoned climber, looking to break into the sport, or just want to have a good time on the rocks, there is a program suitable for you.

The Mountain Guides Montana