McCall & Jacques
Things To Do
Bigfork
"One of the 100 Best Small Art Towns in the Nation". This community truly loves the arts, as noted by its numerous galleries and Bigfork Summer Playhouse. With a year-round population of 1,400 residents, this thriving community welcomes visitors with 50 shops, 25 restaurants and 16 galleries. It's also a great launching point for playing on Flathead Lake. Grab a drink at the Garden Bar and get the feel of the local watering hole.
Swan River Nature Trail
This two-mile trail begins in Bigfork Village and winds up the Swan River. Popular for all ages and abilities as well as bicycles, the nature trail offers views of white water rushing over rocks as well as calm water dotted with geese and an occasional swan.
Whitefish
Whitefish is a quaint, picturesque ski town, nestled at the edge of Glacier National Park. Central Avenue in downtown Whitefish is filled with a variety of quality restaurants, shopping and art galleries. Grab a beer at The Great Norther Brewery or a cheeseburger at the Bulldog Saloon.
Swan River Fly Fishing
There is plenty of good fishing to be had on the Swan and Flathead rivers. If you're looking for some tips or a guided trip, swing into the Bigfork Angler and Jason will point you in the right direction.
Jewel Basin hiking area
The Jewel Basin is a day hiker's paradise and only a half-hour drive from downtown Bigfork. The area is studded with 25 alpine lakes and offers 35 miles of hiking trails and expansive views of the Flathead Valley to the west and Hungry Horse Reservoir and the Great Bear Wilderness to the east. Hikes range from easy to strenuous depending on which route you choose. All trails involve some elevation gain. Local's pick: climb Mt. Aeneas which offers great views of the Bob Marshall Wilderness and Flathead Valley.
Glacier National Park
A great day trip from the Lodge, Glacier National park is a must see. While many of the Park's hotels will be closed, there are several hikes close to west glacier and the well known Going to the Sun Road: The Going-to-the-Sun Road was completed in 1932 and is a spectacular 50 mile, paved two-lane highway that bisects the park east and west. It spans the width of Glacier National Park, crossing the Continental Divide at 6,646-foot-high Logan Pass.
Flathead Lake Brewing Co. Pubhouse
Situated at the northeast end of the lake, this micro-brewery is home to some of our favorites. Swing in and taste some of the valley's local brews and a bite to eat.
The Raven
Get away from the big city of Bigfork and head down the East Shore to this casual Caribbean-inspired locale. The drinks are strong and you will see a whole different angle of the lake. Indoor and outdoor seating is available on two waterfront decks