Averill's Ranch, Flathead Lake Lodge is unique in its location; a Montana mountain dude ranch nestled in a private bay on the largest natural fresh water lake in the west offering an unparalleled experience both in the mountains and on the water.
The surrounding parks and wilderness areas offer an abundance of outdoor recreation and sight-seeing. Glacier National Park, the crown jewel of the continent, is only 45 minuets away and offers unparalleled hiking and sight-seeing. Jewel Basin Primitive Area is a short drive from the dude ranch and the hiking-only area provides breath-taking views of the Flathead Valley and the Rocky Mountains of Montana.
Bigfork, Montana is a charming western artisan village on the bay with a wide assortment of fine art galleries, restaurants and unique shops. A short walk to town is an enjoyable afternoon foray following a day of horseback riding in the wilderness. As remote as it sounds, Flathead Lake Lodge is actually quite easy to get to for your dude ranch vacation. Glacier Park International Airport (FCA), located 30 minutes from the ranch, offers daily flights on:
- Delta
- Northwest Airlines
- Horizon/Alaska Airlines
- United Airlines
Shuttles service is available to and from the ranch for $130 per family round trip or $70 per person. Amtrak offers train service to Whitefish, Montana located 45 minutes from the guest ranch. Shuttle service is available to and from the train station at $130 per family or $70 per person.
