10 State Parks in Glacier Country That You Shouldn't Miss

December 28, 2021 Brandee Mangan

Discover the best top things to do in Glacier Country, United States including Painted Rocks State Park, Finley Point State park, Travelers' Rest State Park, Flathead Lake State Park, Wild Horse Island State Park, Lone Pine State Park, Les Mason State Park, Placid Lake State Park, Wayfarers State Park, Frenchtown Pond State Park.
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1. Painted Rocks State Park

8809 W Fork Rd, Darby, MT 59829 +1 406-273-4253 http://stateparks.mt.gov/painted-rocks/
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Painted Rocks State Park

2. Finley Point State park

31453 S Finley Point Rd, Polson, MT 59860-6833 https://www.visitmt.com/listings/general/state-park/finley-point-state-park.html
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Finley Point State park

Reviewed By CATTSAR - Provincetown, United States

This time of year the park is closed to vehicular traffic but there is parking directly across the road and it is easy to walk in. The park itself is located about 4 miles (6.8 km) off of MT 35. The road, No./So. Finley Point Rd, meanders a bit but is easy to follow. The park is located on the southeast corner of Flathead Lake with stunning views of the lake, and the Mission Mountains to the west. This time of year with the lower water level of the lake I could walk out a bit on the rocks and ice. The park has both camper and tent campsites making it that much more desirable for longer stays. In addition to the camping, the park offers a full array of activities including canoeing, sailing, swimming, picnicking, fishing and boating with plenty of dock space. The beach is ideal for sunning and relaxing or just taking in the view. All this nestled in a 28 acre strip on the lake. A truly great outing!!

3. Travelers' Rest State Park

6717 Highway 12, Lolo, MT 59847 +1 406-273-4253 [email protected] http://www.travelersrest.org
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4.5 based on 41 reviews

Travelers' Rest State Park

Travelers' Rest State Park marks the crossroads of natural and cultural history. The 65-acre site includes the only archaeologically verified campsite of the Lewis & Clark Expedition, a traditional meeting place of Native American tribes including the Bitterroot Salish, and riparian habitat that is home to hundreds of species of birds and mammals.

Reviewed By V4200ORlindab - Gilbert, United States

The walking trails take you along the creek and back to where Lewis & Clark made camp twice during their quest to seek a route to the Pacific for trading. They have weekly ranger talks and cater to children on the weekends, giving them interactive projects to make while there. Highly recommend not only for the history behind the Park but for the scenery while walking the dusty trails. There is a visitor's center staffed with a State Forest Ranger who holds a wealth of knowledge of the area. There is a picnic area near the creek with tables. Bears frequent this area as well as deer and horn rimed owls. There is a fee for out of state residents, free to those living in MT

4. Flathead Lake State Park

Kalispell, MT +1 406-752-5501 http://stateparks.mt.gov
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4.5 based on 141 reviews

Flathead Lake State Park

Reviewed By mark7142017 - Lexington, United States

We loved the entire area. We took about a two mile walk around the lakeside. It was very quiet with great vistas.

5. Wild Horse Island State Park

490 N Meridian Rd, Kalispell, MT 59901-3854 +1 406-752-5501 http://stateparks.mt.gov/wild-horse-island
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4.5 based on 94 reviews

Wild Horse Island State Park

This primitive park, which can only be reached by boat, is home to wild horses and other animals.

Reviewed By SublimityCharlie50

Wild Horse Island located in Flathead Lake has a something for everyone. Rich in history, scenery, wildlife, swiming and hiking it's a great way to spend some time. While thete are only five wild horses on the island there is abudant wildlife big horn sheep, deer, bald eagles,and osprey. The island is a true treasure.

6. Lone Pine State Park

300 Lonepine Rd, Kalispell, MT 59901-7492 +1 406-755-2706 http://stateparks.mt.gov/
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4.5 based on 156 reviews

Lone Pine State Park

Reviewed By trishac329

We love going to Lone Pine during any season for a short family hike, trail run with friends, or to partake in one of their great classes for kids.

7. Les Mason State Park

2650 E Lakeshore Dr, Whitefish, MT 59937-8025 +1 406-752-5501 http://stateparks.mt.gov/les-mason/
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Les Mason State Park

Reviewed By lantana34 - Whitefish, United States

So fun to visit with dogs. There is a dog beach section. Stunningly beautiful setting on Whitefish Lake.

8. Placid Lake State Park

5001 N Placid Lake Rd 3 miles off Highway 83, Seeley Lake, MT 59868 +1 406-677-6804 http://stateparks.mt.gov/placid-lake/
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Placid Lake State Park

Reviewed By 2015jmc2015 - Alberta, Canada

We were really impressed by how friendly the staff were as soon as we arrived at Placid Lake State Park. They were great with the check in and even helped us fill our camper with water. The park is very clean, well maintained and monitored. All facilities including the restrooms and shower were very clean. The price of firewood was reasonable and best value in the area. Even thou it is a short drive off the highway, the view and peacefulness is relaxing.

9. Wayfarers State Park

8600 Mt Highway 35, Bigfork, MT 59911-3708 +1 406-837-4196 http://stateparks.mt.gov/wayfarers/
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4.5 based on 54 reviews

Wayfarers State Park

Reviewed By turbohauser

Went fishing there and had a nice hike in. Got some nice Lake Trout and fished from the rocks. What a beautiful park!

10. Frenchtown Pond State Park

Frenchtown Frontage Road, Frenchtown, MT 59834 +1 406-542-5500
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Frenchtown Pond State Park

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