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Whitefish Mountain Resort offers over 3,000 skiable acres, 14 lifts, and runs for every skill level—plus panoramic views that will take your breath away. Recently ranked the #3 Resort in the West by Ski Magazine, it’s a skier’s dream. Beyond downhill skiing, you’ll find endless winter fun: snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, and scenic winter hikes. Downtown Whitefish adds charm with cozy eateries, art galleries, and the one-of-a-kind Winter Carnival, complete with a parade and skijoring.
Whitefish Mountain Resort Over 3,000 skiable acres, 14 lifts, and terrain for all skill levels, plus lessons and rentals. Recently ranked #3 in the West by Ski Magazine. Whitefish Mountain Resort
Whitefish Trail (Winter Routes) 36+ miles of multi-use trails, groomed for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in winter. Whitefish Trail Winter Map
Lost Trail Powder Mountain A bit further afield, offers scenic cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails. Lost Trail Powder Mountain
Whitefish Snowmobile Rentals & Trails Several local outfitters provide snowmobile rentals and guided tours for all experience levels.
Whitefish Snowmobile Rentals
State Parks Winter Fun
Whitefish Lake State Park: Ice fishing, snowshoeing, and winter wildlife viewing. Whitefish Lake State Park
Les Mason State Park: Winter hiking and scenic views along the lake. Les Mason State Park
Whitefish Winter Carnival Annual festival with skating, skijoring, parade, and winter activities for all ages. Whitefish Winter Carnival
City Ice Rink Local ice skating for families and visitors. Whitefish Ice Rink Info
When the snow melts, Whitefish transforms into a lake and mountain playground. Spend days swimming, boating, or paddleboarding on Whitefish Lake—or venture out to one of the 100+ lakes and rivers nearby, including the legendary Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. At Whitefish Mountain Resort, summer adventures abound: mountain biking, zip-lining, ropes courses, alpine slides, and scenic gondola rides with Glacier National Park views. Speaking of Glacier—it’s just a 45-minute drive, with the iconic Going-to-the-Sun Road, Lake McDonald, and 70+ breathtaking hikes. Closer to home, the Whitefish Trail system offers 43 miles of trails for biking and hiking.

Official NPS Glacier National Park Site
Explore over 700 miles of trails, alpine meadows, and stunning vistas in this iconic national park. Visit Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park Lodges
Offers lodging options within the park, providing convenient access to trails and scenic drives. Glacier National Park Lodges Glacier National Park Lodges -+1
Whitefish Lake State Park
Located on the western shore of Whitefish Lake, this park offers camping, swimming, boating, and fishing amidst beautiful mountain views. Visit Whitefish Lake State Park
Les Mason State Park
Situated on the eastern shore, Les Mason State Park features 585 feet of sandy and gravel beaches, ideal for swimming, picnicking, and cross-country skiing. Learn about Les Mason State Park Montana State Parks Foundation
AllTrails – Whitefish, MT
Discover a variety of hiking trails in the Whitefish area, including Lion Mountain Loop, Valley Overlook, and Beaver Lake Loop. Explore AllTrails Stay Montana
Whitefish Trail
A community-driven trail system offering over 36 miles of scenic hiking and biking paths through forests and along lakes. Whitefish Trail Information
Whitefish Mountain Resort – Mountain Biking
Features over 20 miles of lift-accessed and cross-country mountain biking trails suitable for all skill levels.
Mountain Biking at Whitefish Mountain Resort Whitefish Mountain Resort+1
Beaver Lakes Trails
Part of the Whitefish Trail, these trails offer cross-country mountain biking opportunities in a community forest setting. Beaver Lakes Trails Overview
Whitefish is also alive with culture: farmer’s markets, rodeos, art galleries, craft breweries & distilleries, Huckleberry Days, and the Under the Big Sky Music Festival all bring the town to life.
Getting Around: The FREE Snow Bus makes travel between town and the resort effortless in both summer and winter, with stops all around town. Uber, Lyft, and taxis are available too—or hop on one of the bikes at the house and ride into Whitefish when the weather’s warm.