Fish Trails Bike and Pedestrian Path

The Downtown to Whitefish City Beach via Fish Trails Bike and Pedestrian Path loop offers a pleasant and accessible urban escape, connecting the lively downtown area with the serene Whitefish City Beach. As you follow the paved Fish Trails, you'll pass through a mix of parkland and urban scenery, eventually arriving at the beautiful Whitefish Lake. The route provides lovely waterfront views and a chance to enjoy the natural surroundings, making it a popular choice for a relaxed outing.

This easy 2.1-mile (3.3 km) loop, with only 31 feet (9 metres) of elevation gain, typically takes about 50 minutes to complete. Parking is readily available near Downtown Whitefish, providing convenient access to the trailhead. The paved path ensures year-round usability, even when there's snow on the ground, so you can enjoy this trail in any season.

This loop is celebrated as the most popular urban hiking route in Flathead County, highly rated for its accessibility and family-friendly nature. It's an ADA-friendly trail, welcoming hikers, bikers, and runners of all abilities, and offers a seamless way to experience both Whitefish's urban environment and its natural attractions like the glacial-fed Whitefish Lake.