Businesses that are Family-friendly

The Restaurant at Lake Mary Ronan

Chef-driven lakeside dining at the historic Lodge at Lake Mary Ronan

Lake Mary Ronan State Park

Montana state park and campground on Lake Mary Ronan

Walstead Park

Public park in the Big Arm/Dayton area

Big Arm Campground

State park campground on Flathead Lake's west shore

Chuck Dixon 4-H Park, Lake County

A Lake County park near Polson

Finley Point Unit – Flathead Lake State Park

Flathead Lake State Park camping on Finley Point

Boettcher Park

Public city park with playground and reservable pavilion in Polson

Port Polson Players Theatre

Live theatre and music on Flathead Lake

Salish Point Park

Public lakeside park and swimming beach on Flathead Lake

Sacajawea Park

Downtown Polson park on the shore of Flathead Lake

The Joyful Cup Coffee & Tea

Coffee and tea shop inside the North Lake County Public Library

Falling Waters

Lakeside dining at Kwataqnuk Resort on Flathead Lake

Polson City Parks Department

Parks and recreation department for Polson

Daybreaker Coffee & Pastries

Family-run coffee shop with locally roasted espresso and homemade pastries

Hair Etc

Cuts, color, nails, and sugaring on Highway 93, wheelchair accessible

Studio 93

Cuts and color by appointment right on Highway 93

Riverside Park

Lakeside city park and farmers market site in Polson

VRALTS layer

Downtown Polson hobby shop for models, RC, and tabletop games

Polson Nail & Spa

Main Street nail salon and spa in Polson

Nail Toepia Polson

Downtown Polson nail salon: manicures, pedicures, gel and acrylic

Mane Ideas Salon

Full-service hair, nail, and tanning salon in downtown Polson

Ducharme Park

City park managed by Polson Parks

Polson’s Cutting Edge

Full-service hair and beauty salon in downtown Polson

Jack’s Barber Shop

Barbershop serving Polson and the Mission Valley

Thyme To Savor

Fresh weekly meal prep in downtown Polson

K.M. Beauty Studio

One-on-one nail, hair, and waxing studio in Polson

Bayside Riser

Specialty coffee, boba, and croffles on Highway 93

Bunker’s Bar & Grill

Casual bar and grill at Polson Bay Golf Course

Oak’s Korean Kitchen

Authentic made-to-order Korean off Highway 93

Subway

Made-to-order sandwiches on Highway 93

JJ’s Dawg House

Roadside hot dog stand and soft serve off Highway 93

Pizza Hut

Delivery, carryout, and dine-in pizza on Hwy 93

Montana Ace | Polson

Ace Hardware on US-93 for tools, paint, plumbing, and more

Town Pump Food Store

24-hour gas and convenience stop on Highway 93

Nifty Thrifty

Secondhand finds on Main Street, run by Mission Mountain Enterprises

Showboat Stadium 6

Six-screen movie theater showing new releases

Los Tres Hermanos Taqueria On Main

Authentic Mexican taqueria on Main Street, Polson

Good Grub MT

Buttermilk fried chicken sandwiches near the Polson-Flathead Historical Museum

Burrito Brothers / Acai City

Burritos and acai bowls under one roof

Guerrero’s

Family-owned Mexican kitchen on Highway 35

7th Ave Skatepark

Community skatepark for skaters and BMX riders

Safeway

Full-service grocery, pharmacy, and fuel in Polson

O’Malley Park

A city park for Polson locals

Big Sky Arcadia Polson

Family video arcade with ticket-redemption prizes

Taco Bell

Drive-thru tacos, Crunchwraps, and late-night eats

Café Dieu

Coffee stop worth checking out in Polson

Miracle of America Museum

Sprawling "Smithsonian of the West" history museum in Polson

Jana Campbell Park

A public park in Polson

Pablo National Wildlife Refuge

Wildlife refuge and trumpeter swan habitat

Sysa Son’s Auto inc.

Family-owned auto repair, autobody, and used cars in Ronan

Three Chiefs Culture Center, Museum & Gift Shop

Salish, Pend d'Oreille, and Kootenai culture and crafts

Pablo Skatepark

Public skatepark in the middle of Pablo

Cheers Etcetera

Bar, grill, and beer garden in Pablo

Fiya Grill Jamaican Jerk & BBQ Grill

Caribbean food truck serving Jamaican jerk and BBQ

32 Pair of Scissors Studio and 32 Cuppa Java

Coffee, breakfast, and a Native art studio in Pablo

Mission Meadows Camping & RV Park

Full-service RV park and campground near Flathead Lake

Snooze n fly Farm

Farm-stay glamping with scenic flight tours

Ronan Skatepark

Skate park with ramps and rails in Ronan

Valley Club Bar & Cafe

All-day cafe and full bar in downtown Ronan

Sister Sallies Thrift Store

Fast-turning thrift racks of kitchenware, glassware, and baby gear

Garden of the Rockies Museum

A local history museum in Ronan

Western Building Center Ronan

Lumber, hardware, and building supply on Round Butte Road

The Hair Company

Full-service hair and nail salon in downtown Ronan

The Jaded Pony Boutique

Western women's boutique with shirts made in-house

The Frenchie Cafe

Coffee and cafe fare in downtown Ronan

Entertainer Cinema

First-run movies in Ronan

Jack’s Barber Shop

Haircuts and barber services

Mama’s Kitchen Table

Homestyle breakfast and lunch on Main Street, Ronan

Mission Valley Popcorn Kitchen

Family popcorn shop with 70-plus flavors and fresh fudge

evolve

New fitness center opening soon in downtown Ronan

Ronan Park

Downtown Ronan's canal-side city park

The Brow & Body Studio LLC

Brow and body treatments in Ronan

J & K Town & Country Salon

Full-service salon with hair, nails, tanning, and massage

Sweet Cakes by Melissa

Family bakery and cafe on Highway 93 in Ronan

Bockman Park

A public park in Ronan

The Golden Chopstick

Asian restaurant in Ronan

Rootz Salon

Full-service hair and nail salon on Highway 93

Subway

Build-your-own subs and catering on Highway 93

show off your tips nail salon

Manicures and nail sets on Highway 93 in Ronan

McDonald’s

Fast food chain with a Ronan location

CHS Mountain West

Ranch and home store on Highway 93 in Ronan

Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge

Federal wildlife refuge in the Mission Valley prairie potholes

Charlo School District 7J

Public K-12 school district, home of the Vikings

Kicking horse recreation

Outdoor recreation near Charlo

The Coffee Corral LLC

Drive-through coffee and Lotus drinks in Charlo

Montgomery Waterfowl Production Area-Lake County

Public waterfowl habitat near Charlo

Fort Connah

Last Hudson's Bay fur post in the U.S., built 1847

Hunt’s Timbers Inc

Family sawmill milling authentic circular sawn Montana lumber

Rugged Ridge Outdoor Furniture

Steel outdoor furniture built to fold, travel, and last

Post Creek 44 Bar Steak and Tap House

Mother-daughter steakhouse and tap house on US-93

J Bar Stenberg Angus Ranch

Seedstock Angus, sheep, and Quarter Horses in the Mission Valley

Lonesome Heritage Farms

Family farm raising heritage animals for meats, oils, and gifts

The Wagon Wheel Gift Shop

Family-owned gift gallery and farm goods in Charlo

Black Wolf Ranch & Fiber

Montana alpaca ranch with a fiber and yarn store

Boykin Family Farmstead

Pasture-raised chicken, turkey, pork, and honey

Big Medicine Cabins

Mountain-view cabins on US-93 in St. Ignatius

Bigfoot Pizza

Pizza and sandwiches in St. Ignatius

Good Old Days Park

Community amphitheater and park with a Mission Mountains backdrop

Champs Chicken

Fried chicken deli counter inside Rod's Harvest Foods

Queen Bee’s Cafe

Cafe and bakery known for crumpet sandwiches

Taelman Park

Town park with skate park, courts, and covered pavilions

Mission Falls Ranch

Family farm, regenerative ranch, and creekside farm stay

Eagles Acres Family Farm

Regenerative family farm: pasture-raised meats and honey

Lazy D C Bar Ranch

Family-raised mules and horses on Mission Valley land worked since the 1950s

Mission Mountain Getaway

Private 3-bedroom home with sauna and spa under the Missions

Nu-Venture LLC

3D lenticular wildlife, scenic, and cannabis art

MT Cattle Lack Ranch

Rustic ranch event venue under the Mission Mountains

The Yurt on One Stone Ranch

A yurt stay on One Stone Ranch

Garden of One Thousand Buddhas

Tibetan Buddhist peace garden and public park near Arlee

Jocko Hollow Campground

Riverside RV and tent camping along the Jocko

Arlee Apiaries

Family-run Montana apiary, honey and bees

Black Bear Espresso

Drive-thru espresso and energy drinks off US-93

Arlee Joint School District No. 8

Public school district serving Arlee and the Jocko Valley

Timeless Treasures Thrift

Vintage and second-hand finds in the heart of Arlee

Rodeo grounds

Rodeo venue and gathering spot near Arlee

The Merc. On 93

Vintage, antique, and handmade finds on Highway 93

Pigasus Pub & Pizzeria

Family-run pizza and pub on US-93 in Arlee

Pow wow Grounds

Home of the Arlee Esyapqeyni Celebration

Arlee skatepark

Free public skatepark in Arlee, opened 2024

Awesome Aunties Boutique, LLC.

Women-run boutique for affordable Paparazzi jewelry and accessories

Rattlesnake Wilderness Area

Forest Service wilderness and trails north of Missoula

Flathead Lake RV Park

Lakeside RV sites and lodging in Dayton

Ronan Adult Education

Community enrichment classes through Ronan School District 30

Eat & Drink ★ Pick

Glacier Brewing Co & Lazy Bear BBQ

House-brewed ales and lagers paired with Lazy Bear BBQ

Explore ★ Pick

Polson Fairgrounds

Community rodeo and event grounds off Regatta Road since 1938

Explore ★ Pick

Mission Mountain Golf Club

18-hole public golf course under the Mission Mountains

Stay ★ Pick

KwaTaqNuk Resort & Casino

CSKT-owned lakeside resort and casino on Flathead Lake

Eat & Drink ★ Pick

Allentown Bar and Restaurant

Steaks, seafood, and a sports bar at Ninepipes Lodge

Stay ★ Pick

Ninepipes Lodge

Mission Valley lodge with rooms, a spa, and a restaurant under one roof

Stay ★ Pick

Big Arm Resort & Casino

Lakefront resort, casino, and marina on Big Arm Bay

Shop ★ Pick

Lavender Lori

Lavender farm at the foot of the National Bison Range

Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana

Pioneer and Indigenous history exhibits at Ninepipes

Curl Up & Dye

Hair and beauty salon in Arlee

Huckleberry Jam Factory

Smash burgers and wild huckleberry treats on US-93

Rod’s Harvest Foods

Full-service grocery, pharmacy, and deli on Main Street

DBA MOUNTAIN VIEW CENEX

Fuel, car wash, and convenience store on Mountain View Drive

BOLD Construction LLC

Family-owned Ronan roofing, siding, and remodels

Big Creek Plumbing

Family-owned full-service plumbing contractor in Ronan

Anderson Broadcasting

Family-owned Mission Valley radio since 1974

Polson Pickleball Club

Nonprofit pickleball club for the Mission Valley

Pizza Cafe Pablo

Pizza, calzones, and burgers on Highway 93 since 2001

Stella’s Deli And Bakery

Scratch-made soups, fresh-baked bread, and a homey patio in Ronan

Kampfire Steakhouse

Scratch-made Montana steakhouse on US-93

Ravalli

The Bison Inn Cafe

Ravalli

Roadside cafe with buffalo burgers and huckleberry shakes

The Kapi Shop

Native-owned drive-up espresso in St. Ignatius

Polson Family Eyecare

Family optometry and eyewear in Polson

Polson Running

Community running club behind the Mission Valley's races

SALON ENVY

Full-service hair and nail salon in Polson

Buffalo Run

Annual July community road race down Main Street

Emmanuel Produce

Self-serve farm stand, pumpkin patch, and corn maze

Meridian Farm and Forge

Montana-grown flowers and hand-forged metal goods

Treat St. Ignatius

Espresso, candy, and Montana-made gifts at Allard's Stage Stop

Cheff Ranch & Legacy Outfitters

Fourth-generation Bob Marshall outfitters and guest ranch

Made of Mountains

Outdoor-inspired Montana apparel, jewelry, and gifts

Big Arm Boat Rentals and Rides

Boat rentals and Wild Horse Island shuttles on Flathead Lake

Flathead Off-Road Rentals

Polaris RZR side-by-side rentals near Flathead Lake

Go Sail Flathead Lake

ASA sailing school, rentals, and tours on Flathead Lake

The Chuck Wagon Bar & Grill

Family-friendly bar and grill near Flathead Lake

Lake County Fairgrounds & Community Center

Lake County's public fairgrounds and event campus in Ronan

Diamond S RV Park

Full-hookup RV park with Mission Mountain views, Ronan

Finley Point Grill

Steaks, chops, and seafood on Highway 35

Fiesta En Jalisco

Made-to-order Mexican on Main Street, family-run since 1994

Flathead Lake Cheese

Solar-powered creamery making small-batch artisan cheese

Mrs. Wonderful’s Cafe

Organic cafe and bakery in downtown Polson

Richwine’s Burgerville

Old-school family drive-in, burgers ground fresh daily

Sportspage Bowl

Bowling, grill, and lounge in Polson

Stageline Pizza Polson

Stagecoach-themed pizza with a Flathead Lake view

Stendal’s Espresso and Bakery

From-scratch cinnamon rolls and organic espresso in downtown Polson

Super Gyro

Greek gyro food truck in downtown Polson

Sweet Bliss

Drive-thru coffee, wraps, and froyo on Highway 93

McDonald’s Polson

Golden arches and a drive-thru on US-93

Mackenzie River Pizza

Montana-born pizza, grill, and pub in Polson

The Shoe Lakeview Dining and Spirits

Lakeside dining and spirits on Flathead Lake

Americas Best Value Port Polson Inn

Lakeside motel at the south end of Flathead Lake in Polson

Eagle Nest RV Resort

RV resort below the Mission Mountains near Flathead Lake

Polson Flathead Lake KOA

Lakeside KOA with RV sites, tent spots, and cabins

Red Lion Ridgewater Inn & Suites

Pet-friendly inn with indoor pool near Flathead Lake

Polson Boat Rentals

Pontoon and speedboat rentals on Flathead Lake

Flathead Boat Company

Family-owned boat rentals at Flathead Lake Marina

Flathead Raft Company

Tribally owned rafting outfitter on the Lower Flathead River

Head Over Heels

Gymnastics, dance, and family fun in Polson

Mission Valley Aquatics

Community nonprofit pools and fitness center in Polson

Mission Valley Ice Arena

Nonprofit working to bring an ice rink to the Mission Valley

Mission Valley Super Oval

Montana's paved short track for stock car racing

Riverside Recreation

Flathead Lake boat rentals with a tiki bar, walkable from downtown Polson

Polson Farmer’s Market

Friday market downtown, May through October

handMADE Montana

Downtown Polson shop stocked by 100+ Montana makers

Two Nineteen Main

Family-run clothing and home store on Polson's Main Street since 1968

Artists of Polson

Free self-guided artist studio tour around Polson

Brown’s Jewelry

Family-owned Polson jeweler since 1954

Harbor Light Furniture and Floor Covering

Family-run furniture and flooring on Main Street since 1974

Super 1 Foods Polson

Full-service grocery on Highway 93 in Polson

Big Sky Dental Clinic

Family dental practice in downtown Polson

Foodstead

Grass-fed, grass-finished regenerative Montana beef

The Pheasant Lounge

Bar and grill on Main Street since 1938

Dobson Creek Coffee Co

On-site coffee roaster and cafe on Highway 93

The Hi-Line Deli & General Store

Made-to-order deli and Montana-sourced general store on Highway 93

Ronan Cooperative Brewery

Montana's first cooperative brewery, member-owned in downtown Ronan

Stageline Pizza Ronan

Hand-built pizza, pasta, and wings on Highway 93

Brew Thru Coffee & Catering

Drive-thru coffee, eats, and catering on Highway 93

Lynn’s Drive In

Old-school drive-in burgers and huckleberry shakes

Iced Mocha Joint

Drive-through and dine-in coffee on Highway 93

Ronan Dairy Queen

Grill & Chill with burgers, treats, and Blizzards on Highway 93

Harvest Foods Ronan

Full-service grocery on Highway 93 in Ronan

Montana Ace Ronan

Full-service hardware on Highway 93 in Ronan

S & S Sports

Powersports dealer for ATVs, boats, sleds, and more

Bev’s Bloomers

Family-owned florist and greenhouse in Ronan

Swanky Sisters Mercantile

Fabric, quilting, and machine quilting in Ronan

Don Aadsen Ford

Mission Valley Ford dealership, sales and service on Highway 93

Mission Valley Eye Center

Family eye exams, eyewear, and contacts in downtown Ronan

Family Health Pharmacy

Independent pharmacy and gift gallery on Highway 93

Old Timer Cafe

Home-style American diner, breakfast through dinner

Ty’s Malt Shop

Old-school diner for burgers, Indian tacos, and malts

Allards Stage Stop

Roadside cabins, candy, and huckleberry jam on US-93

Mission Country Market

Amish deli and general store on Watson Road

Great Gray Gifts

Montana-made gifts and a coffee bar on Highway 93

Wilson Foods

Family-run grocery and gas stop for fresh produce, local beef

CKB Excavating

Family-owned excavating and septic work in the Mission Valley

Flathead Outdoor Environments

Family-owned landscape design, build, and irrigation

Alpine Designs

Floral shop and full-service landscaping in Polson

Delaney’s Landscape Center

Family-run greenhouse, nursery, and garden center since 1980

Aspen Art Studio

Andrea Johnson's painting studio and art supply shop in Polson

Flathead Lake International Cinema Fest

Nonprofit winter film festival at the Showboat

Good Coffee Roasting Company

Craft coffee roaster and bake shop in downtown Polson

The Cove Deli & Pizza

Homemade pizza and deli sandwiches in downtown Polson

Lake City Bakery & Eatery

Fresh donuts, pastries, and pies on Highway 93

Betty’s Diner

From-scratch diner with lake views in Polson

Gambles Hardware