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Situated in the heart of the picturesque Flathead Valley, Kalispell is a charming city that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventures, and cultural attractions. Nestled in the breathtaking Montana region, Kalispell is an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

One of the main draws of Kalispell is its proximity to the stunning Glacier National Park. Just a short drive away, this iconic national park is home to towering mountains, pristine lakes, and awe-inspiring glaciers. Visitors can embark on hikes through the park's diverse trails, go fishing in crystal-clear streams, or simply immerse themselves in the tranquility of nature.

For those seeking a taste of local history and culture, Kalispell offers a variety of museums and historic sites. The Conrad Mansion, a beautifully preserved Victorian mansion, provides a glimpse into the city's affluent past. Built in 1895, this architectural gem boasts original furnishings and exquisite craftsmanship. History buffs can also explore the Hockaday Museum of Art, which showcases the works of regional artists, or visit the Museum at Central School, housed in a historic school building.

Kalispell is also a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With its abundance of lakes, rivers, and mountains, the city offers a multitude of recreational activities. Whether it's kayaking on Flathead Lake, one of the largest freshwater lakes in the United States, or skiing on the slopes of Whitefish Mountain Resort, there is something for everyone. Adventurers can also go hiking in the picturesque Jewel Basin or try their hand at fly fishing in the pristine waters of the Flathead River.

In addition to its natural beauty and outdoor activities, Kalispell boasts a vibrant downtown area filled with charming shops, art galleries, and delicious eateries. Visitors can wander through the streets, discovering unique boutiques and local artisans, or indulge in farm-to-table cuisine at one of the city's many restaurants.

Alternative names: Population: 22.1 thous.Area: 11.92 mi²Elevation: 2956 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 48°11'52"N, 114°18'43"W

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Kalispell Attractions - What to See and Explore

Kalispell offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Hockaday Museum of Art, Montana Raceway Park, Conrad Mansion, Flathead Valley Community College. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Art museum • Museum
Hockaday Museum of Art
The Hockaday Museum of Art in Kalispell, Montana, is an American art museum which focuses on preservation of art and history pertaining to Glacier National Park and the state of Montana.
Entertainment • Sport venue • Sport
Montana Raceway Park
Montana Raceway Park is a closed motorsports facility located near Kalispell, Montana, in the state's Flathead Valley region. It features a 1/4-mile-long high-banked oval track paved with asphalt. Seating at the facility accommodates 4,000 spectators and parking areas can stage more than 100 race teams.
History museum • Museum • Historical place
Conrad Mansion
The Charles E. Conrad Mansion is a historical Victorian era shingle-style Norman mansion located in Kalispell, Montana. It was designed by the noted Spokane, Washington, architect Kirtland Cutter. It was the home of Charles E.

Universities and schools
Flathead Valley Community College
Flathead Valley Community College is a public community college in Kalispell, Montana.
Specialty museum • Museum • History museum
Northwest Montana History Museum
The Northwest Montana History Museum, at the restored Central School building in Kalispell, Montana, United States, is a history museum featuring exhibits that illuminate the history of the Northwest Montana region and Flathead Valley.
Church
Scandinavian Methodist Church
Scandinavian Methodist Church is a historic Methodist church at 203 Fifth Avenue West Kalispell, Montana. It was started in 1896 in a Late Gothic Revival style and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1994.
48°11'46"N • 114°18'44"W
Anderson Style Shop
The Anderson Style Shop, at 222 Main St. in Kalispell, Montana, was built in 1941. It was designed by Kalispell architect Fred Brinkman in Moderne style. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994.
48°11'48"N • 114°19'14"W
Bader-Jaquette and Westwang Houses and Rental Property
The Bader-Jaquette and Westwang Houses and Rental Property in 46 and 36 5th Ave. W. in Kalispell, Montana was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. The listing included three contributing buildings.
48°12'19"N • 114°18'22"W
Billsborough House
The Billsborough House, at 376 6th Avenue East North in Kalispell, Montana, was built in 1914. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. It is a one-and-a-half-story side-gabled Craftsman-style house, with large front and rear dormers and wide bracket-supported eaves.
48°12'3"N • 114°18'7"W
Woodland Water Park
Park
48°11'45"N • 114°19'18"W
Alexander and Busey Houses
The Alexander and Busey Houses, located at 106 and 112 5th Avenue, West, in Kalispell, Montana, were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. John Gus Thompson, a pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first, 1903, World Series lived in the Alexander House in 1910.
48°11'47"N • 114°18'38"W
Brice Apartments
The Brice Apartments, located at 228 2nd Ave. E. in Kalispell, Montana, were built in 1936. They were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. They were designed by architect Fred Brinkman and built by contractor B. Brice Gilliland in the Starved Classical architecture style.
48°11'55"N • 114°18'40"W
Kalispell Monumental Company
The Kalispell Monumental Company, at 7 First Ave. E. in Kalispell, Montana, was built in 1911. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. It was built to serve as a tombstone and monument retail company store, as a branch of Spokane's Sammis Monumental Company.
Tudor Revival architecture
Charles Boles House
The Charles Boles House, located at 40 Appleway Dr. in Kalispell, Montana, United States, is a Tudor Revival-style house builtin 1932. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2006. It has also been known as the Jack and LeEtta Carver Residence and as the United Way Building.
Colonial revival architecture
Woll House
The Woll House, at 905 Fourth Ave. W. in Kalispell, Montana, was built in 1908. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. It was deemed significant as "one of Kalispell's best-preserved Colonial Revival-style residences." It has a clipped gable roof.
48°11'43"N • 114°19'5"W
Beaman House
The Beaman House, located at 230 Fourth Ave. W. in Kalispell, Montana, is a Queen Anne-style house built in 1895. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994.
48°11'45"N • 114°19'5"W
Fisher House
The Fisher House is a historic house in Kalispell, Montana, U.S. It was built in 1892 for Reverend George McVey Fisher, a Presbyterian minister, his wife Mary Swaney, and their six children. It was designed in the Stick/Eastlake architectural style.
48°14'4"N • 114°19'44"W
Sportsman & Ski Haus
Shopping
48°11'50"N • 114°18'58"W
Boyd's Shop
Boyd's Shop, at 227 1st. St. W. in Kalispell in Flathead County, Montana, was built around 1910 to 1915. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1994. It was established as a blacksmith shop, and was later shifted to welding. It has Western false front architecture.

Day trips

Kalispell – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Kalispell, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Grinnell Lake (Glacier National Park), Redrock Lake (Glacier National Park), Avalanche Lake (Glacier National Park).

48 milesNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Grinnell Lake, Glacier National Park
Grinnell Lake is located in Glacier National Park, in the U. S. state of Montana. Named after George Bird Grinnell, the lake has an opaque turquoise appearance from the rock flour which is transported to the lake from Grinnell Glacier.
50 milesNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Redrock Lake, Glacier National Park
Redrock Lake is located in Glacier National Park in the U. S. state of Montana. Mount Wilbur is west of Redrock Lake. Prior to entering Redrock Lake, Swiftcurrent Creek tumbles over Redrock Falls, which can be reached after an easy 1.8 miles hike by way of the Swiftcurrent Pass Trail.
40 milesNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Avalanche Lake, Glacier National Park
Avalanche Lake is located in Glacier National Park, in the U. S. state of Montana. Avalanche Lake is southwest of Bearhat Mountain and receives meltwater from Sperry Glacier.
47 milesNE
Waterfall
Grinnell Falls, Glacier National Park
Grinnell Falls is a waterfall in Glacier National Park, Montana, US. Grinnell Falls have several major drops in its 960 feet descent from Grinnell Glacier with the highest estimated at 280 ft. The falls are in the Many Glacier region of the park, between Mount Grinnell and Angel Wing.
47 milesNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Upper Grinnell Lake, Glacier National Park
Upper Grinnell Lake is located in Glacier National Park, in the U. S. state of Montana. Upper Grinnell Lake is a proglacial lake which formed in the 1930s as Grinnell Glacier retreated.

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Best Time To Visit Kalispell

Learn when is the best time to travel to Kalispell weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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July and August are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in June.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in March and October. Most of it rains in May and June.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Kalispell?

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What is the best time to visit Kalispell?

July and August are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in June. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.