Hiking
Columbia Falls is known as the “Gateway to Glacier National Park”.
With 700 miles of maintained trails in the Park, there are endless opportunities to hike in this beautiful area of Montana.
Jewel Basin
As a designated hiking area, the Jewel is a true hiker’s paradise. Thirty-five miles of trail provide options for hikes of all lengths. While some prefer the day hikes many choose to camp by one of the area’s 25 lakes and enjoy a few hours of fishing. LOCATION: 17 miles east of Kalispell and 18 miles southeast of Columbia Falls.
Columbia Mountain
Columbia Mountain is overlooking Columbia Falls. This provides a wonderful family opportunity to go hiking. This trail head in approximately four miles form Columbia Falls. The first two and a half miles are moderate and offer a wonderful view of the valley. The last five and a half miles to the top is a challenge.
Big Mountain Ski And Summer Resort
Offering some of the best views of Glacier National Park, the Big Mountain has dramatic views, an Environmental Education Center and the Danny On Trail.
Glacier National Park
With more than 700 miles of trails, the Crown of the Continent offers a trail for everyone’s ability. HIDDEN LAKE OVERLOOK is a must for everyone. The trail begins at the Logan Pass Visitor Center Area. The boardwalk protects the fragile alpine fields of wildflowers as the trail gains about 500 feet along the l.5 mile route to the overlook.
Hungry Horse Dam And Reservoir
The dam and reservoir offers excellent recreation opportunities. Each year thousands of tourists come to this area to take part in fishing, boating, camping, water skiing, snowmobiling and hunting. Hidden in the rugged Rocky Mountain Range, the project is located on the South Fork of the Flathead River, 10 miles east of Columbia Falls. Tours of the dam are given during the summer season. Montana is “Big Sky” country where water is the state’s greatest resource. There are many hiking trails into hidden mountain lakes around the 50 miles of rugged road to Spotted Bear Ranger Station. Check the ranger station at Spotted Bear or Hungry Horse Ranger Station.
