Bigfork, Montana
Located at an altitude of 2,900 feet in the spectacular mountains of northwestern Montana, the town of Bigfork is on a sparkling blue bay where the swift waters of the Swan River flow into Flathead Lake. With more than 180 miles of shoreline, Flathead Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi, providing a scenic location for outdoor enthusiasts to fish, boat and partake in all varieties of water recreation. The mountains around Bigfork and Flathead Lake are filled with trails for hiking, riding, and mountain biking. Photographers come here for the scenery, sunsets, wildlife and variety of birds.
The town of Bigfork is a picturesque and charming place. World-class art galleries, fine restaurants, a 27-hole golf course, live theatre and unique shops can all be found within a quaint Western setting. Located nearby, Glacier National Park, the Bob Marshall and the Swan Wilderness areas are full of wildlife and offer endless recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Chosen as “One of the 50 Great Towns of the West” and designated as “One of the 100 Best Small Art Towns of the Nation,” Bigfork offers you and your family a part of the West that you will never forget.