Lakeside

Along the western edge of Flathead Lake, the community of Lakeside is defined by its shoreline access and unobstructed lake views. The Flathead Harbor Marina fills with more than 50 boats during summer months, framed by docks and decks. On-the-water dining establishments line parts of the waterfront, with wooden patios and lake-level sightlines.

Blacktail Mountain Ski Area sits above Flathead Lake. Reachable by a scenic, 30-minute ride from town, the summit offers alpine views across the lake with Glacier National Park on the horizon. The ridgelines are accessible and expansive, with directional light that holds late into the evening.

Local geography includes gently sloping Flathead cherry orchards with spring blossoms and summer bounty, Purple Mountain Lavender farm with staggered rows of color, and waterfront parkland that hugs the lake. Volunteer Park features a grassy shoreline and east-facing angle ideal for early light. Lakeside’s main corridor provides a mix of lakefront structures and street-facing facades, with mountain silhouettes in the background.

Visitor + Business Information

Lakeside-Somers Chamber of Commerce

Government

Flathead County

Fire + Safety

Hospitals

Logan Health Primary Care – Lakeside
Logan Health Medical Center – 18 miles from Lakeside

Transportation

Lakeside Airport
Glacier Park International Airport – 24 miles from Lakeside, offering nonstop flights to major U.S. cities, including Los Angeles

Population

2,564 (2022)

Elevation

2,917’

Climate

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Average High	29	38	46	57	67	75	82	82	70	56	41	32
Average Low	14	23	26	33	40	47	51	50	41	32	26	19

Public Lands

Accommodations

Lakeside offers motels, cabins, vacation homes and RV parks. Click here for options. Nearby Kalispell offers a larger number and wider array of accommodations.