Bigfork, MT is known for its breathtaking views of Flathead Lake and the surrounding mountains. It’s a great place to take in nature, go antiquing, and to do some shopping. It's a popular destination among both locals and visitors alike. People come for the beauty of Mother Nature, as well as the quaint small town charm.
Reviews of Bigfork, MT are overwhelmingly positive. Most agree that it is a wonderful place to visit with plenty of things to do and see. Visitors have complimented the friendly locals, who always seem willing to help out when needed. They also appreciate the many outdoor activities like fishing, boating, and hiking that can be enjoyed at Flathead Lake. Additionally, travelers find the local shops and restaurants charming and full of life. All in all, people generally agree that Bigfork is a lovely destination with plenty of unique offerings for everyone to enjoy!
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Bigfork Village - 7/25/2009
Artist village drawing pre-retirement and retirement individuals to the valley surrounded by the Swan Mountain Range. Provides boating on the largest fresh water lake west of the Mississippi. World class cherry orchards. World class golfing. Large horse community with abundant pature lands. Enormous wildlife opportunities. The banana belt of
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Real Estate Review of 2008 by Joyce Mitchell, Big - 2/6/2009
With the 2008 statistics in from our MLS, now is a good time for a recap of 2008.
Though we are not suffering the identical market conditions of the large metropolitan cities in California, Nevada, Arizona, Florida and others throughout our nation, the greater Bigfork market is certainly feeling the effects. Looking back, I can best describe the 2008 market as a time of “denial”. Many sellers were simply caught blindsided by the impact of depressed markets in other states and the tsunami soon to affect housing prices. Buyers made offers based on the markets they came from. Sellers countered at what they felt were “reasonable”. Many offers never came together.
The local real estate market relies heavily upon visitors from other states as, over the years, the Flathead Valley has become a strong second home market. Typically, we have two shifts of visitors during our summer months. The first shift consists of mostly younger families travelling by
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Real Estate Review of 2008 by Joyce Mitchell, Big - 2/6/2009
With the 2008 statistics in from our MLS, now is a good time for a recap of 2008.
Though we are not suffering the identical market conditions of the large metropolitan cities in California, Nevada, Arizona, Florida and others throughout our nation, the greater Bigfork market is certainly feeling the effects. Looking back, I can best describe the 2008 market as a time of “denial”. Many sellers were simply caught blindsided by the impact of depressed markets in other states and the tsunami soon to affect housing prices. Buyers made offers based on the markets they came from. Sellers countered at what they felt were “reasonable”. Many offers never came together.
The local real estate market relies heavily upon visitors from other states as, over the years, the Flathead Valley has become a strong second home market. Typically, we have two shifts of visitors during our summer months. The first shift consists of mostly younger families travelling by
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Beautiful Big Fork - 4/30/2008
Big Fork is a quaint little community about 30 minutes from Kalispell, MT...nestled in a valley with a population of about 90,000...It is located and over looks one of the largest fresh water Lakes in the United States,Flathead Lake...we call it our "Ocean" in Montana. Just minutes from Glacier National Park, 10 golf courses within 1 hour, many other smaller area lakes are all around this area. Downtown Big Fork is a place you want to come to and take your time wandering down it's main street called "Electric Avenue"...many cute little resort like shopping, yummy food through out this little community, a Community Art Center and Theater, with golf and water activities only minutes away. It's a place people come to and do not want to leave...so we also have several Real Estate professionals as well. My husband and I bought our first Place in the Valley in 2002 on Echo Lake, after vacationing here for over 15 years camping. We now have our second home in the Valley in Kalispell,
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Bigfork's Cultural and Recreational Opportunities - 3/5/2008
Bigfork is a charming village wrapped around a small bay on the northeast corner of Flathead Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. It's attraction as an artist village ties in with the many art galleries, the Bigfork Summer Playhouse, and the arts and cultural events scheduled heavily throughout the summer months. The setting is charming with the white waters of the Swan River splitting and dropping down to meet the Bay of Bigfork on its way as one of the tributaries of Flathead Lake, hence the name "Big Fork". Boat fishing, flyfishing and ice fishing is abundant in the pristine waters of the lakes and rivers. Hiking paths are everywhere and the Jewel Basin Hiking Area is just minutes away. Glacier National Park is about an hour's drive. In May, there is the Whitewater Festival, a class 5 kayaking event, which draws the brave daredevels from national and international regions. Recreational boating, both sail and power, is very popular though marina
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