Whitefish Golf Trip Planning Guide
Whitefish is a charming ski-town-turned-summer-haven with knockout mountain courses, a walkable downtown strip, and Glacier National Park 30 minutes away. The combination of affordable mountain golf, jaw-dropping scenery, and genuine Montana hospitality makes it a sleeper TDF pick.
5 courses · 4 restaurants · 3 bars · 5 activities
Quick Facts
Summer
GPI (15 min drive)
$45–$99
$500/night
4 of 5
~$398/person
Sample 3-Day Itinerary
Here's a realistic 3-day itinerary for a group golf trip to Whitefish. Every venue below is real and pulled from our curated database — no filler.
Day 1
Whitefish Lake Golf Club - North — mountain, $75–$99 · 4.6★
Classic 36-hole facility with the North course winding through towering pines along Whitefish Lake
Whitefish Lake Restaurant — upscale, $$$ · 4.6★
Iconic lakeside fine dining in a restored 1930s building; phenomenal steaks and fresh trout
Great Northern Bar & Grill — dive · Open late
The soul of Whitefish — live music, cheap drinks, packed dance floor on weekends
Day 2
Whitefish Lake Golf Club - South — mountain, $55–$79 · 4.5★
Shorter but sneaky; more open layout with Flathead Valley views
Glacier National Park - Going-to-the-Sun Road — full day, $0–$35/pp
One of the most spectacular drives in America; combine with a short hike to Avalanche Lake
Tupelo Grille — southern, $$$ · 4.5★
Southern-meets-Montana with Cajun influences; great bourbon list and gumbo
Casey's Bar — dive · Open late
No-frills Montana bar; pool tables, jukebox, and zero pretension since 1945
Day 3
Eagle Bend Golf Club — mountain, $65–$95 · 4.5★
27 holes with a Nicklaus-designed nine on Flathead Lake — the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi
Whitefish Lake Boat Rental — half day, $40–$80/pp
Rent a pontoon and cruise Whitefish Lake with coolers full of Montana beer
Craggy Range Bar & Grill — steakhouse, $$ · 4.4★
Local favorite for big groups; hand-cut steaks and excellent whiskey selection
Bonsai Brewing Project — brewpub
Local craft brewery with rotating taps and a big outdoor patio; family-friendly early, rowdy late
Course-by-Course Guide
Whitefish has 5 courses worth playing. 4 are walkable if you want to save on cart fees.
Whitefish Lake Golf Club - North
PremiumClassic 36-hole facility with the North course winding through towering pines along Whitefish Lake
Whitefish Lake Golf Club - South
SolidShorter but sneaky; more open layout with Flathead Valley views
Meadow Lake Golf Resort
SolidResort course near Columbia Falls with wide fairways and mountain panoramas
Eagle Bend Golf Club
Premium27 holes with a Nicklaus-designed nine on Flathead Lake — the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi
Northern Pines Golf Club
SolidWell-conditioned daily-fee course through dense Montana forest; great value
Where to Stay
Whitefish has 2 group-friendly lodging options in our database, starting at $500/night for the whole house. Several options include hot tubs — a non-negotiable for most groups.
$800–$1800/night
Sleeps 10–16 · Whitefish Mountain Resort / Big Mountain area
$500–$1400/night
Sleeps 8–14 · Whitefish Lake / City Beach area
Group Dining Guide
4 restaurants vetted for group golf trips. Several can handle large parties without a reservation headache.
Whitefish Lake Restaurant
$$$Iconic lakeside fine dining in a restored 1930s building; phenomenal steaks and fresh trout
Tupelo Grille
$$$Southern-meets-Montana with Cajun influences; great bourbon list and gumbo
Craggy Range Bar & Grill
$$Local favorite for big groups; hand-cut steaks and excellent whiskey selection
Pescado Blanco
$$Baja-style tacos and margaritas on Central Avenue; fun patio scene
Nightlife
3 bars curated for groups. 2 stay open past midnight.
Great Northern Bar & Grill
Late NightThe soul of Whitefish — live music, cheap drinks, packed dance floor on weekends
Casey's Bar
Late NightNo-frills Montana bar; pool tables, jukebox, and zero pretension since 1945
Bonsai Brewing Project
Local craft brewery with rotating taps and a big outdoor patio; family-friendly early, rowdy late
Activities Beyond Golf
5 off-course activities for rest days or afternoons.
Glacier National Park - Going-to-the-Sun Road
One of the most spectacular drives in America; combine with a short hike to Avalanche Lake
Whitefish Lake Boat Rental
Rent a pontoon and cruise Whitefish Lake with coolers full of Montana beer
Flathead River Fly Fishing
World-class trout fishing on the Flathead; guided drift boat trips for all skill levels
Whitefish Mountain Resort Alpine Slide & Zipline
Summer activities at the ski resort — alpine slide, zipline tours, scenic chairlift rides
Horseback Trail Ride
Ride through Flathead Valley with mountain views; perfect for groups with mixed interests
Getting There
Fly into Glacier Park International Airport (GPI) — it's a 15-minute drive to Whitefish. For groups of 8+, consider booking a shuttle or party bus from the airport (local providers include Flathead Valley Shuttle and Glacier Taxi & Shuttle). Renting two SUVs usually works for groups of 4-8.