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Columbia Falls, MT
Columbia Falls is nestled in the northeast corner of the Flathead Valley, just northeast of Kalispell and 17 miles west of Glacier National Park on U.S. Highway 2. Called 'The Gateway to Glacier,' Columbia Falls is the last major town on Highway 2 before Glacier National Park from the west.
It is also the beginning of the North Fork Road (County Road 486), a rustic and scenic alternative route to Glacier Park through the park’s Camas Creek entrance. The road follows along the North Fork of the Flathead River, which forms the Western boundary of the park and has been designated a Wild and Scenic River. The North Fork Road extends 69 miles to Canada and offers many opportunities for hiking, biking, camping and snowmobiling in the beautiful wilderness along the way. You’ll also find the town of Polebridge, a tiny community that has chosen to remain unserved by electricity or paved roads.
Ten miles east of Columbia Falls is the town of Hungry Horse and the Hungry Horse Dam and Reservoir, which offers excellent fishing, boating, camping, water-skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing and hunting. Completed in 1953, Hungry Horse Dam is Montana’s highest dam, and the world’s eleventh largest concrete dam. Tours of the dam are offered during the summer season.
With its close proximity to the Flathead River, Columbia Falls serves as a starting point for rafting trips, fishing expeditions, and other water adventures. In July, the town hosts Heritage Days, with a rodeo, parade, street dance, craft fair, car show, basketball tournament, and 5K and 10K runs. Other summertime activities include golf at the 18-hole Meadow Lake Golf Resort, outdoor concerts, a water park, miniature golf, hiking on Columbia Mountain, biking and more. The City of Columbia Falls maintains about 28 acres of park land, with baseball and soccer fields, picnic areas, playgrounds, a waterfall and a band shell. The city also operates the Pinewood Family Aquatic Center, a 25-meter competitive swimming pool and a leisure pool.
Wintertime activities include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling on more than 200 miles of groomed trails and nearly 2,000 miles of National Forest Service roads that extend through pristine alpine forests, along ridges with spectacular views, and into deep powder bowls. The city is just minutes away from two major downhill ski resorts, Whitefish Mountain Resort and Blacktail Mountain.
Columbia Falls’ population is about 4,180, and residents pride themselves on maintaining its small-town, family-oriented character. The town is home to a variety of industrial businesses, including Columbia Falls Aluminum Company, Plum Creek and Stoltz Land and Lumber. For visitors, it provides dining and accommodations with Montana flavor and value.
Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce
Montana’s Ultimate Family Fun Center! Super Maze, Deluxe Mini-Golf, Squirting Bumper Boats, Bankshot Basketball, Awesome Go-Carts!
Check Out the Largest Selection of Montana-Made Flies & Fly-Tying Materials. Shuttle Service Flathead’s Only Blackfeet Reservation Outfitter. Pro Guide Service. Half & Full Day Trips. montanaflies.com
Gas & C-Store. Hiking, Camping, and Fishing Gear. Area Info, Hunting and Fishing Licenses. montanaflies.com
Family Fun! Picnic, Hot Tub, BBQ, Mini-Golf, Bumper Cars, Water Wars. bigskywp.com
Coldest Beer & Best Burgers! Dine In and Take Out, Good ol’ Down Home Cowboy Cookin’! bluemoonmontana.com
14,000 sq. ft. Log Showroom! Montana Souvenirs, Gifts, Art, Jewelry, Custom Furniture. eaglesnestmontana.com
Specializing in Jewelry Made With Montana & Yogo Sapphires, Custom Designs & Repair. One Block South of Station 8 in Columbia Falls. goldcreekjewelry.com
On Your Way to and from Glacier Park! Shop While We Fill Your Prescription! Open Everyday. Inside Super 1 Foods.
Snowmobile Rentals - Guided and Unguided. The Only Guided Tours on the Flathead National Forest!
Lunch & Dinner Daily, Breakfast Thur - Sun, Full Bar, American Dishes.
House of Mystery - A Natural Phenomenon. “Feel the Power of Nature” Fun for the Whole Family! Large Gift Shop, Picnic Area, Snacks, Sodas, Ice Cream. montanavortex.com
Mon-Sat 10am-9pm. The North Flathead Valley’s Finest Selection of Liquor & Wine!
Gourmet Brick Oven Pizza, Steaks, Pasta, Sandwiches, Salads, Nightly Seafood Specials! Lunch & Dinner Daily, Full Bar, Take Out or Dine In, Deck Seating. trubys.com
Unique Gifts You Won’t Find Anywhere Else! Huge Line of Huckleberry Products, Soy Candles, 300+ Wind Chimes, Fresh Produce, Artwork, Spices, Teas, Salsa and Limited Edition Wildlife Figurines. Between Columbia Falls and Whitefish.
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