Parks
14 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Mountain Trails Park1 mi from downtown
- Soroptimist Park1.4 mi from downtown
- Baker Park2.1 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Whitefish
4 kinds of free outings in and around Whitefish.
Good days out in Whitefish don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Whitefish Community Library9 Spokane Avenue
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Tally Lake Campground11 mi west
- Big Creek Campground (Flathead National Forest, MT)14 mi northeast
- Hungry Horse Reservoir17 mi southeast
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Tally Lake Campground11 mi west
- Big Creek Campground (Flathead National Forest, MT)14 mi northeast
- Star Meadows Guard Station17 mi west
Get a feel for the city
A WALK AROUND TOWN
Whitefish Montana Downtown Walk | USA
A recorded city visit shared by Walking Beaver. This is not a live camera or current conditions report.
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
Favorite Things to do in Whitefish, MT
A Whitefish-area travel Short shared by javbrod, including a side trip to Glacier National Park. The park is outside Whitefish.
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What are free things to do in Whitefish?
Parks, Libraries, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Whitefish this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.