Ravenswater’s guidebook
Sightseeing
National Bison Range is one of the jewels of this valley and is located just a short 20 minute drive to the south. Not to be missed if you are interested in wildlife and beautiful views.
84 locals recommend
National Bison Range
58355 Bison Range RdNational Bison Range is one of the jewels of this valley and is located just a short 20 minute drive to the south. Not to be missed if you are interested in wildlife and beautiful views.
This little gem is just a few miles south of here and is well worth the time if you are interested in the native life of the valley. The photographs and artifacts are excellent as is the gift shop.
26 locals recommend
Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana
69316 US-93This little gem is just a few miles south of here and is well worth the time if you are interested in the native life of the valley. The photographs and artifacts are excellent as is the gift shop.
Kerr Dam in Polson is a concrete arch-type dam which stands at 204 feet high, which is 54 feet higher than Niagara Falls. A 1,000 foot boardwalk takes you down, right above the falls, where you can enjoy an amazing view of the canyon! In the spring and early summer, the spillway is fantastic. Is the first tribally owned major hydropower facility.
Kerr Dam Overlook Trailhead
Kerr Dam in Polson is a concrete arch-type dam which stands at 204 feet high, which is 54 feet higher than Niagara Falls. A 1,000 foot boardwalk takes you down, right above the falls, where you can enjoy an amazing view of the canyon! In the spring and early summer, the spillway is fantastic. Is the first tribally owned major hydropower facility.
Birdwatching, hiking and lots of natural beauty.
14 locals recommend
Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge
Birdwatching, hiking and lots of natural beauty.
Great rafting company for whitewater rafting on the Flathead River
23 locals recommend
Flathead Raft Company
50362 US-93Great rafting company for whitewater rafting on the Flathead River
See a few wild horses and Bighorn Sheep. Great place to hike and picnic. Pick up a boatride from Big Arm. http://www.boatrentalsandrides.com/uncategorized/flathead-lake-boat-rentals/
9 locals recommend
Flathead Lake - Wild Horse Island State Park
See a few wild horses and Bighorn Sheep. Great place to hike and picnic. Pick up a boatride from Big Arm. http://www.boatrentalsandrides.com/uncategorized/flathead-lake-boat-rentals/
. The St. Ignatius Mission was built in the early 1890's. This Catholic Church is unique because its walls and ceilings have 58 original paintings by Brother Joseph Carignano on them. These murals are unique in that they depict biblical scenes populated by Native Americans.
22 locals recommend
St Ignatius Mission Church
300 Beartrack Ave. The St. Ignatius Mission was built in the early 1890's. This Catholic Church is unique because its walls and ceilings have 58 original paintings by Brother Joseph Carignano on them. These murals are unique in that they depict biblical scenes populated by Native Americans.
Polson Boat Rentals
49708 US-93Rent a boat and get out on the Flathead Lake!
Have a great soak, swim and a meal in their dining room!
14 locals recommend
The Symes Hot Springs Hotel & Mineral Baths
209 N Wall StHave a great soak, swim and a meal in their dining room!
Cheff Ranch
30888 Eagle Pass TrailTrail rides, hunting and fishing excursions. Very nice folks!
Food Scene
Despite our rural location, there are many good eateries within a 30 minute drive.
Post Creek 44 Bar Steak and Tap House
73124 US-93Good steaks and American food
Stella's Deli And Bakery
62599 US-93Delicious bakery and breakfast and lunch place
Dobson Creek Coffee Company
62599 US-93Awesome coffee, lovely ambiance, great folks
Glacier Brewing Co
6 10th Ave EOur own local brewery
Finley Point Grill
35427 6Very good dinners, full bar and sometimes music.
If you're a carnivore, don't miss this place! Full bar and music scene.
21 locals recommend
East Shore Smoke House
35103 Montana Hwy 35If you're a carnivore, don't miss this place! Full bar and music scene.
Just a great little diner for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Outdoor seating with lake views.
15 locals recommend
Betty's Diner
49779 US-93Just a great little diner for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Outdoor seating with lake views.
Cherries BBQ Pit
105 2nd St EThe best barbecue around!
Blodgett Creamery Coffee Saloon
325 Main StWonderful coffee, breakfast and lunch.
This burger place is a local phenomenon! Only open in the summers.
16 locals recommend
Richwine's Burgerville
50567 US-93This burger place is a local phenomenon! Only open in the summers.
Excellent pizza, burgers, tacos and lots of other kinds of food. Full bar and family friendly atmosphere.
16 locals recommend
MacKenzie River Pizza, Grill & Pub
207 Ridgewater DrExcellent pizza, burgers, tacos and lots of other kinds of food. Full bar and family friendly atmosphere.
Delicious food, sports bar, amazing views and right down the road about 3 miles.
15 locals recommend
Allentown Bar & Restaurant
69286 U.S. 93Delicious food, sports bar, amazing views and right down the road about 3 miles.
There is a delightful little Mexican restaurant overlooking the golf course and mountains.
7 locals recommend
Mission Mountain Golf Club
46664 Golf Course WayThere is a delightful little Mexican restaurant overlooking the golf course and mountains.
Good food, recently redone and wonderful lakeview dining
18 locals recommend
Pete's Lakeview Bar & Grill
820 Shoreline DrGood food, recently redone and wonderful lakeview dining
A little farther afield but we know the master brewer and it is great beer!
40 locals recommend
Sacred Waters Brewing Company
3250 U.S. Hwy 2 EA little farther afield but we know the master brewer and it is great beer!
Traveler advice
Book before you go
Restrictions at Glacier Park for Going-to-the-Sun Road
Entering the Going-to-the-Sun Road at either West Glacier or St. Mary, or via the Camas Road, will require two things...a Park Pass plus a $2.00 Entry Reservation Ticket or a reservation for a service (Service Reservation) along the Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Book yours here: https://www.nps.gov/glac/planyourvisit/gtsrticketedentry.htm
What to pack
Hiking in Grizzly Bear country
Please buy or borrow bear spray if you are planning to hike in Western Montana. We have a few extras we are happy to loan you. It is the safest way.
Customs and culture
Hiking and fishing on tribal lands
Be sure to get your tribal recreation pass before entering tribal areas. Available at Walmart (Polson) and Westland Seed (Ronan). Great hiking and swimming spots!