Tally Lake Campground
11 mi west · USDA Forest Service
Tally Lake Campground is located on the northern shores of its namesake lake, west of Whitefish, Montana.
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Biking and mountain biking near Whitefish
Trails and recreation areas near Whitefish open to biking and mountain biking.
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Good to know: Wilderness areas are closed to bikes; check each area’s trail rules and yield to hikers and horses.
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Big Creek Campground (Flathead National Forest, MT)
14 mi northeast · USDA Forest Service
Big Creek Campground lies in the expansive Flathead National Forest in northwestern Montana, 2 miles south of the Northwest entrance to Glacier National Park.
Star Meadows Guard Station
17 mi west · USDA Forest Service
The Star Meadows Guard Station has all the rustic feel of a remote Forest Service cabin while still being accessible by paved road from Whitefish.
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Tally Lake Campground
Tally Lake Campground is located on the northern shores of its namesake lake, west of Whitefish, Montana.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Ranger programs
- Swimming
- Water sports
Big Creek Campground (Flathead National Forest, MT)
Big Creek Campground lies in the expansive Flathead National Forest in northwestern Montana, 2 miles south of the Northwest entrance to Glacier National Park.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Wildlife viewing
Star Meadows Guard Station
The Star Meadows Guard Station has all the rustic feel of a remote Forest Service cabin while still being accessible by paved road from Whitefish.
- Biking
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Hunting
- Wildlife viewing
- Winter sports
Apgar Group Sites
Apgar Campground is situated on the southern tip of Lake McDonald in beautiful Glacier National Park in northwestern Montana. Pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains and spectacular lakes are found throughout the park.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Ranger programs
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Emery Bay Campground
Emery Bay Campground is located on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, high in the Rocky Mountains, less than 30 miles from the Continental Divide, surrounded by towering mountain peaks.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Swimming
Lid Creek Campground
Lid Creek Campground lies on the Hungry Horse Reservoir, in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, west of the Continental Divide and just south of the Canadian border.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Wildlife viewing
Glacier National Park
A showcase of melting glaciers, alpine meadows, carved valleys, and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a paradise for adventurous visitors seeking a landscape steeped in human culture.
- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- History
- Horse Camping
30 to 75 miles (1)
Flathead National Forest
- Biking
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
- Hunting
- Off-highway vehicles
75 miles and farther (2)
Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge
Nestled beside the Selkirk Mountains of northern Idaho, this 2,774 acre refuge provides diverse habitats for a large variety of wildlife including moose, elk, deer, bear, otter, bald eagles, and migratory waterfowl such as mallards,…
- Biking
- Birding
- Cross Country Skiing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Hunting
- Nature education
- Photography
Idaho Panhandle National Forests
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- Biking
- Boating
- Camping
- Fire Lookouts/Cabins Overnight
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horse Camping
- Horseback riding
Distances are straight-line miles from downtown Whitefish. Listings come from Recreation.gov’s federal recreation database; check each official page for hours, fees, fire restrictions and closures before you go.
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Questions
Where is the closest place for biking near Whitefish?
Tally Lake Campground (USDA Forest Service), about 11 miles west of Whitefish as the crow flies. Next are Big Creek Campground (Flathead National Forest, MT) (14 mi) and Star Meadows Guard Station (17 mi).
When is the best time for biking near Whitefish?
Based on Whitefish’s average highs, April–October. Conditions at higher elevations can be much cooler.
Who manages these places?
Federal agencies including USDA Forest Service, National Park Service, Fish and Wildlife Service. Each listing links to its official page for hours, fees, closures and current conditions.