*Hey you Montana lovers! Are you ready for part three of our road trip through Glacier Country? If I know you like I think I do, y’all are totally ready. Read on…
After our first two stops in Missoula and the Seeley-Swan Valley, our group of six continued our journey north to our next destination: Montana’s Flathead Valley. The Flathead is one of the state’s largest valleys and is home to a ton of recreational opportunities (like sailing on Flathead Lake, zip lining at Whitefish Mountain Resort or hiking in Jewel Basin), as well as cutesy small towns.
As we only had one day and two nights in the Flathead Valley, we knew we needed to maximize our time and soak up the personality of this corner of Montana.
Our time in the valley included…
A morning hike on The Whitefish Trail. Located a short drive from downtown Whitefish, The Whitefish Trail currently has 26+ miles of trails (as well as seven trailheads) that are prime launching points for hiking or biking the trail. We opted for one of the newest sections of the trail: the Woods Lake Loop. Not only was the hike gorgeous, but it also provided us with a view of Whitefish Lake. 
Basking in the gorgeousness of The Lodge at Whitefish Lake. With its stunning location on the shore of Whitefish Lake, the lodge is one of the top places to stay in Whitefish. Plus, during the summer months you can dine on their deck, quench your thirst at the tiki bar or rent your water toy of choice (mine is a jet ski) for playing on Whitefish Lake. 
Eating, eating and eating. While you may not think that Montana is a place to find tasty food, think again my friends. We filled (as in FILLED) our tummies on delectable meals at Tupelo Grille (hands down, my favorite place for dinner in Whitefish), Base Camp Cafe in Columbia Falls (LOVE their breakfast), Loula’s Cafe in Whitefish, Three Forks Grille in Columbia Falls and Sweet Peaks Ice Cream in Whitefish. *Side note: Judging from the photos below, I only eat sweets.
Catching our beauty rest (and stunning sunsets) at Meadow Lake Resort. Located in Columbia Falls and a stone’s throw from Glacier National Park, Meadow Lake is my idea of Montana perfection. It’s set back off the main highway, but is still so easy to get to. (Literally two minutes north of Highway 2). Plus, the rooms, grounds and views are pretty much perfect. 
Your turn: What’s on your “must do” list in the Flathead Valley?
xo,
TT
PS: For photos from our road trip through Western Montana, check out hashtag #mt6pack on twitter and instagram.
July 1, 2014
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