A census-designated place with a population of 1,421 residents as of the 2000 census, Bigfork is located in Flathead County, Montana. Encompassing 5.9 square miles of total area, Bigfork sits atop an elevation of 2,979 feet above sea level. This small village is located overlooking a small bay on the eastern side of Flathead Lake, a beautiful lake with 180 miles of shoreline, making it the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. Be sure to look into the Bigfork, MT Yellow Pages and the Bigfork, MT Business Directory before planning a trip to this census-designated place (CDP).
One of the attractions of Bigfork is the Swan River, which flows through the town. Bigfork provides beautiful scenery with surrounding lakes, mountain ranges and easy access to other nature locations. The Wayfarers State Park is just south of Bigfork, while 35 miles northwest, you will find Glacier National Park. The Glacier National Park is a hiker's paradise, boasting over 700 miles of trails, lakes, mountains, meadows and forests. It's also perfect for visitors seeking adventure, wildlife and solitude.
Written by Lyndsey Morgan
