Lake Shore Community

The gorgeous city of Polson is located on the southern edge of Flathead Lake. Named after rancher David Polson, the city boasts a population of nearly 4,500 people and is part of the Flathead Indian Reservation. The city is a bustling hub of stores and restaurants that greet visitors mainly during the summer months, and outside of town are an endless array of activities to partake in.

Flathead Lake is the largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River. The climate around the lake is conducive to growing orchard crops. As a result, Flathead Lake is brimming with orchards of all kinds, but none are more popular than the Flathead cherry orchards. The sweet cherries are turned into wine, jams, and other delicious items sold in Polson and are celebrated each year with the Flathead Cherry Festival.

At 27.3 miles long and 15.5 miles wide, Flathead Lake has a ton of shoreline and limitless possibilities for recreation. Much of that recreation can be had in and around Polson, with opportunities to fish, swim, snorkel, boat, and ski. On any given day, this massive lake is flush with motor boats and sail boats alike. Visitors are also advised to keep their cameras ready for the area’s own “Flathead Monster,” sightings of which date back over 100 years.

Just south of Polson, visitors can see large herds of bison, elk, deer, antelope, and barn sheep at the National Bison Range at Moiese. Bird watchers will enjoy the Ninepipes and Pablo Wildlife Refuges. Visit one of Polson’s many museums, including the Miracle of America, the Polson-Flathead Historical Museum, or the People’s Center in Pablo. All offer detailed displays and historic memorabilia. Polson also has several city parks situated along the lake and the beautiful Polson Golf Course.

Polson has many services that smaller towns in the area don't typically offer. In this big-small town you can stock up on groceries, find small craft shops that sell local items and food, and also find a place to stay for the night. Larger hotels even offer conference facilities. But the real draw of this area is Flathead Lake and the opportunities it offers visitors and residents alike to get outside and enjoy Montana.

If you are considering moving to the area or are thinking about purchasing a summer home or recreational property, contact the real estate agents at Clearwater Montana Properties. The agents in our Polson office are ready to help you navigate the area to find the perfect property.