ABOUT FLATHEAD LAKE LODGE

Family-Owned, Family-Operated

An Averill family tradition since 1945, we’ve been welcoming guests to our home in Bigfork, Montana, for 80 years. This is the place where guests from near and far can come for a memory-making, all-inclusive dude ranch vacation. We look forward to welcoming you and yours to the ranch, our home and the shores of beautiful Flathead Lake in northwest Montana.

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About Us

In 1945, Les Averill returned from World War II, purchased what is now Flathead Lake Lodge and started the uphill task of making his home on this wild land, restoring vacant lodges and building new cabins to host generations for years to come. Next came the second generation – Doug and Maureen – who ensured the family legacy and love for the West lived on. Today, the third generation is at the helm, with Chase and Kate continuing the long-held tradition of welcoming guests to this place.

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If you’re ready to plan your next family vacation, host a meeting or corporate retreat, exchange wedding vows or experience one of our specials, we’re ready to help.

Life at the Ranch

Throughout the year, we share news, stories and snippets of what life is like year-round at our Montana guest ranch. Want to learn more about what it’s like to grow up on the shore of Flathead Lake and in the shadow of Glacier National Park? Give our blog a read.

Contact Us

You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers. No matter what you’re wondering about our dude ranch and resort in Bigfork, Montana, feel free to reach out.

Meet Your Hosts

With a firm foundation in tradition, heritage and the West, Flathead Lake Lodge is a special place. But what makes it truly special is the staff – they love this place as much as anyone and many of them have been with us for decades. Get to know our year-round staff below.

CHASE AVERILL

General Manager

3rd generation

Carson Averill

Barn Manager

11th season

Reid Barrows

Waterfront Manager

4th season

KAITLYN BRINDLEY

Staff Experience Coordinator & Children’s Program Manager

15 Years

BEAU BRINDLEY

Property Manager

11 Years

ROB CLAGETT

Executive Chef

6 Years

ELIZABETH COHEE

Livestock Manager

14 Years

Alisha Connors

HR / Accounting Assistant

2nd season

Morgan Cruz

Service Team Manager

4th season

Jordan Egdorf

Barn Operations

8th season

Adam Fansler

Outdoor Pursuits Manager

7th season

RICK HUGHES

Shooting Sports

27 Years

DARYL KIRBY

Equipment & Systems

41 Years

KRISTIN LEE

Senior Business / HR Manager

11 Years

Garrett Olister

Lead Wrangler / Advanced Riding Program

8th season

JODI PETERSON

Assistant General Manager

40 Years

SCOTT PLUM

Sailing Captain

37 Years

Barb Stein

Assistant Barn Manager

9th season

Laura Trettel

Group Sales Coordinator / Guest Services

4th season

DAX VANFOSSEN

Brand Ambassador / Marketing Coordinator

6 Years

Loretta Westcott

Front of House Manager

3rd season

Authentic Montana Hospitality

Our grandfather, Les Averill, started Flathead Lake Lodge in 1945. Three generations later, we’re proud to carry on his legacy – as well as the legacy of our father Doug Averill – and continue the family business. Today, we welcome guests to our corner of Big Sky Country and introduce them to our way of life, as well as things to do in Montana. We look forward to welcoming you to our family ranch.

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Families

While we’re an all-inclusive resort in Bigfork, Montana, over the years we’ve been told we’re more like a family summer camp.

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Families

Lodging

Guests at our Montana ranch resort enjoy cozy, mountain-inspired ambience in historic log lodges, cozy cabins and comfortable suites.

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Lodging

Adventure

With nearly 2,000 acres of beautiful Montana landscapes, our guest ranch runs from the shore of Flathead Lake to the top of the Swan Mountains.

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Adventure

Rates

When you book a Montana ranch vacation at our resort on Flathead Lake, your stay is all-inclusive.

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Rates

Dining

Meals at our Montana ranch are a mix of satisfying home cooking, hearty staples, international influences, local ingredients and touches of the West.

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Dining

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An Averill family tradition since 1945, we've been welcoming guests to our home in Bigfork, Montana for more than seven decades.

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