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Islander Inn: Your Lodging Headquarters for Montana FunThe Flathead Valley offers limitless outdoor activities all year-round. FLATHEAD LAKE is at the doorstep of THE ISLANDER INN. GLACIER NATIONAL PARK is an easy 45 mile drive to the north. The recreational opportunities are endless--hiking, swimming boating, golfing, fishing and many more! The Islander Inn, by Flathead Lake, is your lodging headquarters for exploring Montana. We are just 4.5 miles south of the village of Bigfork, Montana. The Valley is serviced by DELTA/SKYWEST, HORIZON/ALASKA AIRLINES, UNITED AIR AND ALLEGIANT AIR from GLACIER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (FCA). The airport is 35 minutes north of our Inn. Rental vehicles and shuttle service are available at the airport by the major carriers. AMTRAK train station is just 40 minutes north in Whitefish. The village of BIGFORK is located at 2,900 feet above sea level and sits where the Swan River spills into Flathead Lake. The weather is cool and maritime influenced. Summer highs are in the 80's to the 90's with evenings cooler for sleeping in one of our unique bungalows at THE ISLANDER INN. Winter temps can range from 20 degrees to 50 degrees during the day. The Islander Inn and the Raven Pub are surrounded by cherry orchards, huckleberry bushes and cooled by the clean air off of Flathead Lake. Don't hesitate to call if we may assist you in planning your vacation. You can reach us by phone 406-837-5472 or e-mail at reservations@sleepeatdrink.com. Flathead Lake Lodging On Premise Amenities - Espresso Café and Gift Store
- Wireless Internet Access
- Snacks, Drinks and Sundries items
- Dock for boating and swimming
- The Raven Restaurant (across the street) serves dinner nightly and lunch during the summer. Weekly events happen all year-round.
Winter and Summer Activities - Sea Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Ice Fishing
- Snowmobiling
- Sled Dog Tours
- Cross Country Skiing
- Whitefish Ski Resort
- Blacktail Ski Resort
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Scuba Diving
- Sun Bathing
- Rafting in Glacier National Park
- Moon and Sunset Watching
Bigfork, Montana Area Activities: Winter time brings us countless opportunities.
Visit Base Camp (www.basecampbigfork.com) for a wonderful dog sledding experience.
Whitefish Ski Resort formerly The Big Mountain Ski resort is north of Whitefish.
Blacktail Ski Resort (www.blacktailmountain.com) Thrifty Thursday's $25.00 lift tickets with $55.00 Rooms at The Islander Inn.
Glacier National Park has many areas open for winter enjoyment.
Spring brings the winter runoff and the world class kayak enthusiasts to the Bigfork Whitewater Festival. The course is considered one of the toughest and most dangerous courses in the American Whitewater Association. Get close to the action while staying at THE ISLANDER INN.
During the summer season, The Bigfork Summer Playhouse produces highly acclaimed stock theater. Broadway hits have been performed for the past 46 years at the theater. Every Sunday catch a concert in Sliter's Park with the Riverbend Music Concert Series.
The FOURTH OF JULY brings fun for all ages. It's an old fashioned celebration. THE RAVEN PUB has great decks to view the various firework displays on the lake. . A wonderful old fashioned parade in downtown Bigfork starts the day..
The BIGFORK FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS closes the main street of Bigfork with art and artists during the first weekend in August. Make your room reservations early at THE ISLANDER INN!
In the middle of November local “elves” turn out and decorate the town with greenery and lights for the holiday season. The town glistens in festive colors until January. January 1 of each year brings hundreds to the RAVEN PUB to participate in the annual Polar Bear Plunge at 2PM. Join us and start your year right! Open early for Lunch and viewing all the Football bowl games. Watch the “plungers” or be a participant! A great way to start the New Year! THE ISLANDER INN WELCOMES YOU ANY TIME OF YEAR!!!
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