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Bigfork, MT
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Bigfork's Cultural and Recreational Opportunities
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 boat slips can be a challenge to obtain. Eagle Bend Golf Community offers 27 holes of championship golf. There are nine other great golf courses throughout the Flathead Valley.