Kalispell, Missoula, and Northwest Montana
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1. A Carousel for Missoula
In 1995, after four years and more than 100,000 hours of volunteer work, this restored 1918 carousel took its first spin in downtown Caras Park. Kids hop in the saddles of hand-carved steeds and try to grab their very own brass ring. The carousel's horses and chariots are accompanied by tunes from the largest band organ in continuous use in the United States. The Dragon Hollow play area next to the carousel features a dragon, a castle, and many play structures.
101 Carousel Dr., Missoula, Montana, 59802, USA406-549–8382Sight Details
Rate Includes: $3, Memorial Day–Labor Day, daily 11–7; Labor Day–Memorial Day, daily 11–5:30 -
2. Amazing Ventures Fun Center
Get lost in the maze at the Amazing Ventures Fun Center, a circuitous outdoor route made of plywood walls and ladders, with viewing areas where parents can watch their kids (and give directions when necessary). Other attractions include Bankshot Basketball, go-karts, 18 holes of miniature golf, thriller bumper boats in a pond, and a picnic area.
10265 U.S. 2 E, Coram, Montana, 59913, USA406-387–5902Sight Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sept. 20--Memorial Day, Memorial Day–mid-Sept., daily 9:30–an hr before dark -
3. Big Sky Waterpark
A popular summertime spot, Montana's biggest water park has 10 waterslides and a giant whirlpool, as well as a miniature golf course, arcade games, bumper cars, a carousel, a climbing tower, barbecue grills, a picnic area, and food service.
7211 U.S. Hwy. 2 E, Columbia Falls, Montana, 59912, USA406-892–5025Sight Details
Rate Includes: $28, Late May–early Sept., daily 11–7 -
4. Conrad Mansion National Historic Site Museum
A town highlight is the Conrad Mansion National Historic Site Museum, a 26-room Norman-style mansion that was the home of Charles E. Conrad, who made a fortune in shipping and freighting on the Missouri River and founded Kalispell. Docents lead entertaining and informative guided tours, including a variety of special theme tours offered throughout the year.
330 Woodland Ave., Kalispell, Montana, 59901, USA406-755–2166Sight Details
Rate Includes: $20, Closed Sat.–Mon., Guided tours mid-May–mid-Oct., Tues.–Sun. 9–4 on the hour; Christmas tours Thanksgiving–late Dec., Fri.–Sat. 11, 1, and 3 -
5. Daly Mansion
Over the last decade, copper king Marcus Daly's 24,000-square-foot, 56-room Daly Mansion, with 25 bedrooms, 15 baths, and five Italian marble fireplaces, has been meticulously restored to preserve its history and elegance. The showplace of Hamilton, this Georgian Revival–style house is open to the public, and tours run every two hours, starting at 11 am. There's also a printed walking guide available to the extensive grounds. A number of events and festivities are held at the mansion during the summer.
251 Eastside Hwy., Hamilton, Montana, 59840, USA406-363–6004Sight Details
Rate Includes: $15, Mid-Apr.–mid-Oct., daily 10–3; and for special events -
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6. Great Northern Depot
Inside the historic Great Northern Depot is visitor information from the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce and the Flathead Convention and Visitors Bureau. Outside is the lovely Depot Park, where live music, arts shows, a gazebo, picnicking, and a playground attract both locals and travelers.
15 Depot Park, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, USA406-758–2800Sight Details
Rate Includes: Free, Closed weekends, Weekdays 8–5 -
7. House of Mystery–Montana Vortex
You've found the power center of Montana at the House of Mystery–Montana Vortex, a wacky roadside attraction where the laws of physics don't apply and other mystifying phenomena prevail.
7800 U.S. 2 E, Columbia Falls, Montana, 59912, USA406-892–1210Sight Details
Rate Includes: $12, Apr.–Oct., daily 10–5 -
8. Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge
The Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge, on the edge of town, is nearly as pristine as it was before development encroached upon the wilds in this part of the state. Within its 2,800 acres reside 242 species of birds, 41 species of mammals, and 17 species of reptiles and amphibians. Bald eagles, osprey, deer, and muskrats are frequently seen along the preserve's 2 miles of nature trails and in the wildlife-viewing area. Fishing is permitted on the river and in Francois Slough. Archery season for deer and waterfowl hunting occur during their specific seasons in autumn.
4567 Wildfowl La., Stevensville, Montana, 59870, USA406-777–5552Sight Details
Rate Includes: Free, Daily dawn–dusk -
9. Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Wildlife Visitor Center
The visitor center features natural-history displays (including hands-on displays for kids), films, art, taxidermied animals, a world-record pair of elk antlers, and an outdoor nature trail. The foundation works to preserve wild lands for elk and other wildlife; since 1984 the nonprofit organization has saved almost 8 million acres from development.
5705 Grant Creek Rd., Missoula, Montana, 59808, USA406-523–4500Sight Details
Rate Includes: Donations accepted, Jan. 1–Memorial Day, weekdays 8–5, Sat. 10–5; Memorial Day–Dec. 30, weekdays 8–6, weekends 9–6 -
10. Traveler's Rest State Park
This park includes a Lewis and Clark camp on a floodplain overlooking Lolo Creek. The explorers stayed here from September 9 to 11, 1805, and again from June 30 to July 3, 1806. Archaeologists in 2002 found evidence of a latrine and a fire hearth, making this one of only a few locations with a physical record of the expedition's camp. Tepee rings suggest that Native Americans used the riverside location, too. Self-guided tours meander through cottonwoods and the historic campsite. Daily interpretive presentations and guided tours run during the summer.
6717 U.S.-12, Lolo, Montana, 59847, USA406-273–4253Sight Details
Rate Includes: Free, Memorial Day weekend–Labor Day, daily 8–8; Labor Day–Memorial Day weekend, weekdays 9–4, Sat. noon–4. -
11. Woodland Park
One of 28 city green spaces, Woodland Park has a playground, ball fields, rose gardens, and a picnic area. Geese, ducks, peacocks, and black swans flutter to the pond, which in winter opens for ice skating; there's a warming hut nearby. Open June–August, Woodland Water Park is an affordable and popular attraction with a pool, waterslides, and the "Lazy River" float.
705 2nd St. E, Kalispell, Montana, 59901, USA406-758–7718Sight Details
Rate Includes: Waterpark $6, Daily dawn–dusk
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