Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bigfork travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bigfork

With a population of 4,270, Bigfork is a must-see destination in Montana, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bigfork deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Bigfork

Bigfork in January
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bigfork in January
Estimated hotel price
$134
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bigfork in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 3.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Bigfork, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.

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How to Get to Bigfork

Plane

Although Bigfork doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA), which is located 19 miles from Bigfork. Kalispell Glacier Park is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bigfork departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Bigfork is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 158 miles from Bigfork. You’ll find branches of Turo and High River Rentals, among others, in Spokane.

Plane

Although Bigfork doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kalispell Glacier Park (FCA), which is located 19 miles from Bigfork. Kalispell Glacier Park is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Bigfork departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Bigfork is to pick up a car rental from Spokane, which is about 158 miles from Bigfork. You’ll find branches of Turo and High River Rentals, among others, in Spokane.

Airports near Bigfork

FCAKalispell Glacier Park
MSOMissoula Johnson-Bell Field

Airlines serving Bigfork

KLM
Good (1,556 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,158 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,505 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,640 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,104 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,795 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,472 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,897 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,558 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (728 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (694 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,903 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (659 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (319 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (679 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (252 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Bigfork

Most booked hotels in Bigfork

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Mountain Lake Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, 81 reviews)
$159+
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Timbers Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 299 reviews)
$214+
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The Islander Inn
3 stars
Good (7.6, 384 reviews)
$164+
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Renting a car in Bigfork

Renting a car in Bigfork costs $90 per day, on average, or $180 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Bigfork.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Bigfork (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86.

Renting a car in Bigfork costs $90 per day, on average, or $180 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Bigfork.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Bigfork (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86.