MARCH 9, 2010
Kayaking Flathead Lake

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Montana Summer Vacations should start in the Flathead Valley. Enjoy shopping, recreational activities, art, tours and events in Northwest Montana. View our pages about:

Whitefish Mountain Resort     top
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Scenic Lift Rides
to the Summit


Reach 6,817 ft in 15minutes. Lift Operates from 10:00am-5:00pm daily. 36o degree views of the Northern Rockies from the Summit. Tickets $12 per person

Tour New Zip Line Tour

Strap on a paragliding-style harness, click into your custom built cable trolley, and then jump! The new 2-hour (approximately) zip line tour will thrill riders of all ages. Four separate spans with side-by-side zipping action will carry you more than 100 feet off the ground at speeds possibly topping 50 mph, with short hikes between each span.

2-Hour (approximate) Tour: $59
Open Date: Open Now!
Hours: Tours hourly between 9am & 5pm

 

Walk in the trees

The adventure includes:

A half mile hike through beautiful sub-alpine forest led by expert forest interpreters.

The highlight-a journey on a canopy boardwalk suspended up to 70 feet above the forest floor with spectacular views.

A safety harness and ropes are used to keep you safe.

A snack, water, and a fanny pack is provided.

Walk In The Treetops is available to guests 10 years and older with a minimum height of 54 inches tall. Tours are $54 per person (group sales available at $43 per person with 14+ people paid at one time and pre-ordered at least 14 days in advance) and offered twice daily.

 

Alpine Slide

Grab a sled, ride the lift, and race down the new Alpine Slide, controlling your speed through straightaways and around banked curves. An addicting fun experience unlike anything else you've ever done, the Alpine Slide is open to all ages. Children under 48" tall ride for free but must share a sled with an adult.
Hours: 10am - 6pm

 

Mountain Biking
Downhill and Cross-country Mountain biking, on miles of trails for all ability levels including skill sections and beginner areas. Full suspension rental bikes are available.


Hiking

enjoy a full day of hiking of 2,500 vertical feet of trails. Breathtaking views, lift service and restaurants all make for a perfect day hike in the Northern Rockies.




Conrad Mansion     top

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Conrad Mansion Museum
Open for guided Tours from May 15th through October 15th, Tuesday through Sunday from 10am to 5pm. Tours begin on the hour, with the last tour starting at 4pm. Admission fees posted at the door.
The gift shop features period reproductions, books, antiques and local artisan’s work.

Museum at Central School     top

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Open 10am to 5pm Monday through Friday
Adults/ $5
Seniors/$4
Children free

Woodland Park     top

Woodland Park

Woodland Park is a large peaceful park with flowers, a lagoon, playground, and picnic area. Bring bread to feed the large flock of ducks and geese. While you're there, enjoy Woodland Water Park and the skateboarding park.

Hockaday Museum of Art     top

Hockaday Museum of Art

The Hockaday is open all year
Summer Hours
June to August
Tuesday-Friday 10am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday 12pm to 4pm


Winter hours
(September to May)
Tuesday-Saturday 10am to 5pm
Admission: $5/adults $4/seniors, $2/students
$1/ages 6 to 18 and members always free.

Trophy Trout Fishing     top

smallGlacier Raft Co.
Day, Full day or Twilight charters
Snacks and pop On board, Lunch on Full Days
All Gear provided and complete care of your catch
For families or the serious Angler

Fly Fishing with Century River Ranch
Guided fly fishing on the Flathead River
Season July –October
Full day/$395.00 one or two anglers
Half Day/ $275.00 One or two anglers
Fishing or Scenic Tours Wild House Island with Pat & Shorty
Half Day:5 hours morning or afternoon
Full day: 9 hours Lunch included
Twilight: 2 hours
Scenic Tours of Wild Horse Island
Mo Fisch Charters Offering Year round fishing
Clean Comfortable Heated Boats
Large parties & kids welcome
Three boats available
Half/full day Packages.

Rafting     top
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Montana Raft Co.
Plan a Day River Trip, Choose from half or full day Trips
Rates Starting at $36
Saddle Paddle & Hike combos
Starting at $73.00

 

Glacier Raft Co.
Glacier Day Trips, Multi-day Adventures, and Glacier Anglers Fly Fishing
Choose the right adventure to fill you wild side.
Trips run from May through September.

Wild River Adventures
White Water Fishing & Trail Rides
Enjoy a variety of Glacier River Journeys on the North and Middle Forks of the Flathead.
Arrange a choice of Slow N’ Easy, Family Friendly and Wet n’ Wild trips today

Flathead Raft Co.
Half Day Whitewater Rafting Trips

  • Trips depart at 10:00am and 2:00pm
  • $42 - adults, $34 - children (8-12)
  • $36 - seniors (60 and older).
  • Tribal members subtract $2.67 with ID.
  • Tribal Elders ride for free

Whitewater Kayak Trips
Half Day Inflatable Trips*

  • Trips depart 10:00am and 2:00pm
  • $59 per person
  • Individuals under 13 must be accompanied by an adult

Half Day Hard-shell Trips*

  • Trips depart 10:00am and 2:00pm
  • $89 per person

Class II Whitewater experience necessary

 

 Scenic River Raft Trips

  • All trips are customized to fit your needs.
  • Bring your own lunch or enjoy one of our catered meals.
  • Trips depart mid-morning and return early evening.
  • $80 - adults, $65 - children (6-12)
  • 7 person minimum, unless otherwise arranged

Catered lunches available for $7/person
 Full Day Sea Kayak River Tours
Leave your stress behind and paddle a sea kayak on a rejuvenating journey down the calm, crystal clear waters of the lower Flathead River. No experience necessary. All trips include equipment, instruction and guide.

  • Trips depart at 9:00am and return around 5:00pm
  • $99 - adults, $89 - children (8-12)
  • 2 person minimum, unless otherwise arranged
  • Catered lunches available for $7/person
  • Half Day Sea Kayak Lake

Tours
With the majestic Mission Mountains looming in the background, tour the wetlands of the southern shore of Flathead Lake.

  • Trips depart daily at 9:00am and 1:00pm
  • $79 - adults, $69 - children (8-12)
  • 2 person minimum, unless otherwise arranged
  • Catered lunches available for $7/person

Full Day Sea
Kayak Lake Tours
Explore the spectacular islands of Flathead Lake
on an exciting full day guided tour.

  • Trips depart 9:00am and return around 4:00pm
  • $99 - adults, $89 - children (8-12)
  • 2 person minimum, unless otherwise arranged
  • Catered lunches available for $7/person




Water Adventures     top
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Lady of the Lake
Cruise Whitefish Lake in style aboard our 31 ft. classic motor yacht this summer. For special occasions, weddings, birthdays, or just a romantic sunset cruise. Cruises leave from the Marina at the Lodge and offer a variety of food and beverage options for an additional charge. Include your favorite bottle of wine or pitcher of margaritas for a special touch
Cruise services includes:

  • 2-hour tour of Whitefish Lake—add more time if you would like!
  • Complimentary bottled water, soda, and snack mix.
  • Reservations must be made 72 hours in advance.

Silver Moon Kayak Co. -
-Single Recreational Kayaks
Half Day • $35
Full Day • $45
Tandem Recreational Kayaks
Half Day • $45
Full Day • $55
Single Plastic Touring Kayaks
Half Day • $45
Full Day • $55
Tandem Plastic Touring Kayaks
Half Day • $50
Full Day • $60
Single Composite Expedition Kayaks
Half Day • $55
Full Day • $65
Tandem Composite Expedition
Half Day • $65
Full Day • $75
Whitewater Kayaks <
Full Day only • $40
Canoes
1/2 Day $40, Full Day $50



Helicopter and Balloon Tours     top

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Glacier Heli Tours
 Half Hour Tours
6, 5, or 4 Passengers onboard $110.00 per person
3 Passengers onboard $145.00 per person
2 Passengers onboard $220.00 per person
1 Passengers onboard $440.00 per person
One Hour Tours
6, 5, or 4 Passengers onboard $220.00 per person
3 Passengers onboard $290.00 per person
2 Passengers onboard $440.00 per person
1 Passengers onboard $880.00 per person

Fantasy Flights

conducts morning sunrise hot air balloon tours in the beautiful Flathead Valley, which is located just 45 minutes from Glacier National Park. Although we are extremely dependent upon weather, our season usually begins May and runs through October.
2008 Rates
$225 per person
Private Flight for Two: $895

The Bar W Ranch
The Bar W has partnered with Triple X Helicopter, Inc. to offer guests the ability to tour the Flathead Valley and Glacier National Park.  The view of the Rockies and the Valley from a helicopter is absolutely incredible. Up to 3 guest Hourly rates start at $400.00

Guest Ranch Adventures     top

The Bar W Ranch

1 Hour Trail Ride $40.00
2 Hour Trail Ride$70.00
Half Day Trail Ride (Includes Lunch) $105.00
Full Day Trail Ride (Includes Lunch) $175.00
Lessons per Hour: (Group Rates Available)
Barrel Racing & Pole Bending $65.00
Horsemanship $50.00
Cow Cutting/Driving/Roping $65.00
Roping Hay Bails $35.00


Gaynors Resort
PRIVATE GUIDED TRAIL RIDES
TRAIL RIDES
Per Person
$40 One hour
$55 1 1/2 hours
$70 - 2 hours
$90 2 1/2 hour ride with lunch
$105 3 Hours
$120 3 1/2 hour ride with lunch


Hands On Sailing & Kayaking, Inc.     top

Get to know MT by enjoying the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi - Flathead Lake.  Charter a cruise on one of our sailing vessels and grab the tiller, kick back and take in
the grandeur of it all, learn how to sail, or charter one of our boats for the seasoned sailor.

~ Guided Tours ~
Generally, 3 hrs. is enough to experience Flathead Lake "Hands On" style, but call us for variations.  You can man the helm, pull the sheets, or just sit back and enjoy the views to a chorus of wind and waves.  Kids under 10 ride free.  Call for food by The Docks Restaurant
in Lakeside.  Minimum of 2 people for 3 hours.

 

Cross the reservation line into Salish-Kootenei waters for a more adventurous sail.  Our Santana 20 is close to the water for an exciting ride and mythical Wild Horse Island fills up the horizon.  This sail will give you a true taste of Montana and you'll walk away with a feeling of the way things used to be.  Call for food by La Riviera Restaurant in Big Arm.   Minimum of 2 people for 3 hours.

 

We'll check out your sailing skills so that you can check out our vessel and shoot the breeze on your own for up to 8 hrs.  The checkout usually takes 15-30 minutes.  This boat is a 26 ft. fixed-keel boat with roller furling, a spacious cabin/birth and deck, and a propane grill.  You won't find a boat that's better taken care of and as easy to sail on Flathead than this one.  Call for food by The Docks Restaurant in Lakeside.

 

Take out this quick and fun boat and tour around Wild Horse Island.  The Santana 20 is rigged for racing and maneuvers extremely well.  It's 20 feet long with a 2.5 foot draft so you can get right up to shore.  It's ready to sail and has an outboard mounted on the stern.

 

Live the life of a drunken sailor and bunk up in the Cal 25 at the docks of the Docks Restaurant.  You can sleep 2 in the v-birth, 2 on the couches, and 2 on the floor when you lay pads down.  Fresh linens for the v-birth and clean sleeping bags are provided.  Must stay in the designated mooring area.  Ask us about places to anchor and sleep. for food by La Riviera Restaurant.

Basic Sailing I
This 2 hour course on board one of our vessels will teach you everything you need to know
to sail a basic keelboat.  It covers parts of the boat, tacking, jibing, points of sail, the
physics of sailing, knot tying, and more.  You will receive a course manual for reference
which is based off of ASA's certification

Basic Sailing II
Basic Sailing II is also a 2 hour course that focuses on what it takes to be a complete
skipper and to ensure that you return with as many passengers as you departed with.  It
will cover rescue maneuvers, knowing your environment, docking, other maneuvers, and
more, and review Basic Sailing I.  

 

~ Combos ~

Think you can learn how to sail?  You can do it.  We'll teach you how to sail until we feel
comfortable that you can charter the boat on your own.  Or if your already a sailor, take
advantage of better rates when you patronize more than one of our services.  Check it out
Lesson + Half Day Rental - $425
Lesson + Half Day Rental + Overnight - $500
Lesson + Half Day Rental + Overnight + Day Rental + Overnight - $840
Day Rental + Overnight + Day Rental - $625