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Whitefish blends small-town charm with big-mountain adventure. Perched on the shore of Whitefish Lake and near the entrance of Glacier National Park, this year-round destination is built around a love for the outdoors, winter brings skiing and snowboarding, summer brings hiking, biking, scenic lift rides, zip lines, and watersports. Downtown is packed with locally owned restaurants, cozy cafés, breweries, and shops, with plenty lodging and live music as well.

Despite this lake's glacier-fed nature, the area gets warm enough for there to be a designated swimming area at this little sandy beach. There's also a shade area, gazebos, picnic tables and docks.

The visitor center has park maps, ranger programs, a gift shop, restrooms, and exhibits. From here you can take the bike path to the campground, into town, or south on a straight shot to West Glacier.

McDonald Falls, renowned for their natural beauty, stand out as the most accessible waterfalls within Glacier National Park. Observe the mesmerizing sight of creek waters cascading over rugged rocks and flowing downstream. These falls are conveniently visible from the roadside.

Stunning view of McDonald Creek from the the road. This is a really nice spot for a creek swim.

This is a stunning and scenic road that traverses the Continental Divide at Logan Pass. This road, recognized as an engineering marvel and a National Historic Landmark, offers unparalleled vistas of snow-capped mountains, chances to spot wildlife like mountain goats, bears, bighorn sheep, and the opportunity to ride on one of the nation's most scenic routes. It's essential to be aware of peak season restrictions, which are enforced from June 15 through Labor Day. These restrictions include a ban on bicycles between Apgar Campground and Sprague Creek Campground in both directions from 11 am to 4 pm. During the spring, before full vehicle access begins, cyclists can enjoy a more leisurely ride without any restrictions. For detailed information, please refer to the National Park Service (NPS) website.

Whitefish Lake is seven miles in length, and the water is glacial water. Whitefish City Beach is near the lake's outflow and a very popular access point to the lake, being near the town. There is a sandy beach, a grassy area with shade, a designated swimming area, gazebos, picnic tables, and a boat dock with a fee to launch. In the summer, you can find kayak rentals, paddle board rentals, and refreshment stands.

As you pedal down the quiet East Shore Lake road you will find your way to Lee Mason State Park. It is situated on shores of Whitefish Lake. With 585 feet of sandy lakeshore, it's an ideal spot for swimming and relaxation. Picnic tables nearby offer a perfect setting for a leisurely outdoor meal.