Snowmobiling
Whitefish, Montana appeals to the winter enthusiasts for its superlative skiing of aptly named Big Mountain Ski Resort. But skiing isn't the only wintertime draw to the Flathead Valley region. Wedged into the northwest corner of Montana between the west entrance to Glacier National Park and the north shore of Flathead Lake, the region offers a surprising variety of winter recreation within an hour's drive of the Glacier Park Airport. more info
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Northwest Montana's recreation wonderland boasts over 200 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, with nearly 2,000 miles of forest service roads that take you into great hill climbing, powder play areas, wildlife viewing and spectacular ridgetop views of Glacier National Park and the Canadian Rockies. In addition, Flathead Valley offers 3,000 acres of skiing at the Big Mountain Ski Resort, miles of marked cross-country skiing trails leading into the rugged mountain vastness of Glacier National Park, ice fishing one of the numerous lakes in the region, ice skating, sleigh riding, and dog sledding. This true winter playground is accessible from the quaint town of Whitefish, Montana.
Montana's most developed and scenic snowmobile areas are found in the Flathead Valley. Trails lead through fir forest, snow-dusted canyons that narrow between the flanks of steep mountains, and open into wide bowls rimmed with icy ridges. Signs point out trail junctions, avalanche danger, and warming huts. The trails are beautifully groomed, a total of 220 miles. Elevation of the groomed trails begins just shy of 3,000 feet and reaches some 7,000 feet.
There are several trail systems maintained by the Flathead Snowmobile Association. Canyon Creek to Big Mountain begins north of Columbia Falls and crosses Werner Peak to connect with the Olney Creek and Taylor Creek trails. Continuing north, the Graves Creek/Mount Marston trail system goes over the Whitefish Mountain Range to upper Whitefish and Red Meadow Lakes. Between Hungry Horse and the Great Bear Wilderness is the Desert Mountain area and south of Bigfork, between Flathead Lake and Swan Lake, are the Crane Mountain and Allard Areas.
The Flathead Valley offers a full range of visitor services, including snowmobile sales, service and rentals. A wide range of snowmobile rentals is offered to suit individual skills and needs, along with environmental needs as friendly 4-stroke touring snowmobiles are now available. Guided tours may be arranged through the Flathead Snowmobile Association. The snowmobiling terrain varies from beginner to expert with everything from trail riding and open bowls, to hill climbing. Group rates are available and tours can be customized depending on what each group desires. Half day, full day and multi-day trips are offered to keep everyone happy.
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Other pages you might find helpful:
Montana Nightriders Snowmobile Club
Check out snowmobiling events, trails, and weather before going snowmobiling in Montana.
Troy Snowmobile Club
The Troy Snowmobile Club organizes events and snowmobile related activities, as well as plans trail grooming and maintains forest access in Northwest Montana.
