Lone Pine State Park

02/27/2026

📌Final Reminder
This page will no longer be active.
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02/07/2026

In case you missed it, this page will be discontinued.

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and

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so you don’t miss anything important.

01/23/2026

One Hub, All the Adventure!
We’re making it easier for you to stay connected with everything happening in northwest Montana’s great outdoors.

To give you a better, more streamlined look at all our local parks, we are moving our updates, event listings, and education program news to one central location: the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (Region 1) page.

What this means for you:

Education Programs: Looking for Junior Ranger events or guided hikes? They’ll all be posted there!

Park Updates: Real-time info on Flathead Lake, Lone Pine, Whitefish Lake, and all our Region 1 gems in one spot.

One-Stop Shop: No more hopping between pages—just one follow to keep your weekend plans simple.

Please head over to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (Region 1) and give it a Like to stay in the loop! This page will be winding down soon, but we can't wait to see you over at the Region 1 community.

09/16/2025

🌸🐝 Pollinator Party at Lone Pine! 🦋🌼

Join Lone Pine State Park and the Flathead Conservation District on Tuesday, Sept. 23 | 6–8 PM in the Education Room for an evening celebrating pollinators.

✨ Free pollinator seeds
✨ Share about your garden
✨ Snacks & refreshments
✨ Presentation on monarch butterflies by Kathy Ross (Flathead Audubon)

📍 Lone Pine State Park - Visitor Center Education Room, Kalispell
🎟 Free to attend (nonresident vehicle fee: $8)

Questions? [email protected] | 406-752-4220 or
[email protected] | 406-755-2706

09/08/2025

🐻 Wild & Aware: Bear Basics for Safe Adventures 🐾

Heading into bear country this fall for hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, or bird watching? Join us Tuesday, Sept. 16 | 6–7 PM at Lone Pine for a hands-on Bear Basics workshop.

Learn to:
🔎 Tell black bears from grizzlies
🧭 Read bear behavior
💨 Practice bear spray with real (inert) canisters

Leave confident, prepared, and ready for your next Montana adventure!

📍 Lone Pine State Park, Education Room
🎟 Free program (nonresident vehicle fee: $8)

📞 Call 406-755-2706, ext. 0 to save your spot!

08/29/2025

Connect with Nature at Lone Pine State Park this September! 🌲

This month, we’re celebrating Montana’s great outdoors—from learning how to stay safe in bear country to supporting pollinators and giving back to our public lands. Join us for:

🐻 Wild & Aware: Bear Basics for Safe Adventures
Tuesday, Sept. 16 | 6–7 PM
In honor of Bear Aware Month, build confidence for recreating safely in bear country! Learn to identify black vs. grizzly bears, understand their behavior, and practice using bear spray with inert canisters. Hands-on, fun, and perfect for all outdoor adventurers!

🌸 Pollinator Party
Tuesday, Sept. 23 | 6–8 PM
Buzz on over and celebrate pollinators with the Flathead Conservation District and Lone Pine State Park! Take home a fall pollinator seed giveaway, learn practical tips for supporting pollinators, enjoy refreshments, and have fun connecting with fellow nature lovers. Perfect for all ages!

🛠 National Public Lands Day
Saturday, Sept. 27 | 8:30 AM–1 PM
Give back to the trails you love! Join volunteers for trail maintenance at Lone Pine State Park and Foys to Blacktail trails, then enjoy lunch and a guest speaker. All experience levels welcome—help ensure our public lands stay beautiful and accessible for generations to come!

📞 Advance registration encouraged: 406-755-2706 ext. 0

08/12/2025

🐍 Snakes Aren’t Slimy 🐍
Tuesday, August 19 | 6–7 PM
Lone Pine State Park - Visitor Center

Just like the title says - snakes aren't slimy! Join a ranger to dispel some of the myths that give snakes their nasty reputations, and discuss the characteristics that make snakes a fascinating and essential part of our ecosystems.

📍 Who should come? Families with kids ages 10+ who are ready for some hands-on learning and wild discoveries.

✅ No fee to attend the program.
🚗 $8 non-resident vehicle fee applies.

📞 Call the Visitor Center at 406-755-2706, ext. 0 to reserve your spot.

08/01/2025

🧭 Find Your Way: Map & Compass Basics
A Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Workshop

🗓️ Saturday, August 16 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

📍Lone Pine State Park - 300 Lone Pine Rd, Kalispell, MT

💵Cost: $15

👣Ready to feel more confident in the outdoors? In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to read topographic maps, use a compass, and plan your route—skills that will help you navigate with ease and peace of mind.

Whether you’re new to exploring or looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop offers a fun, supportive space to build your confidence and connect with other adventurous women. With a map in your hand and a compass to guide you, Montana’s wild places will feel even more welcoming.

💪Designed for women, led by women. This workshop will be led by Bonnie Streeter, a retired Montana science educator and lifelong outdoor enthusiast. Come join a supportive group of adventurous learners!

🔗Adventure awaits, but spots are limited—register now: https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/232751

06/30/2025

🦊🌲 Junior Ranger Mondays in July at Lone Pine! 🌲🦊

Hey rising 2nd–4th graders! Ready to explore, play, and earn your Junior Ranger badge? Join us for two action-packed Monday mornings of nature fun in the Picnic Shelter!

🦷 Monday, July 21 (Week 1): Become a wildlife detective! Get hands-on with animal skulls and pelts as we figure out who eats what and why their teeth, skulls, and fur look the way they do. Games, clues, and creatures galore!

🥾 Monday, July 28 (Week 2): Learn how to protect nature like a real ranger! We’ll explore the Leave No Trace principles, then head out on a short hike to practice keeping the forest wild and clean.

🎖️ Come to one or both! Finish both weeks and earn your Junior Ranger Badge!

📞 To sign up: Call 406-755-2706 ext. 0 or stop by the Visitor Center front desk.

🆓 No cost to attend (🚗 $8 non-resident vehicle fee still applies)
Spots are limited - reserve yours today!

06/26/2025

Are you interested in a proposed forestry project at Lone Pine State Park? FWP is hosting a public meeting at the Visitor Center on July 1 at 6 pm to review the proposed project and answer any questions.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is proposing a forest thinning and tree planting project at Lone Pine State Park in Kalispell. The purpose of the project is to improve the overall forest health and timber stand diversity of the park.

A public meeting will be held at Lone Pine State Park Visitor Center, 300 Lone Pine Road, on July 1 at 6 pm to review the proposed project and answer any questions.

Learn more: https://fwp.mt.gov/public-notices/news/2025/june/0620--lone-pine-state-park-forest-thinning-project-draft-ea

04/26/2025

Do you love native plants and want to make a difference? 🌿 Spring is here, and our Native Plant Garden at Lone Pine State Park is coming to life! We're looking for a passionate volunteer to help it thrive. 🌼

Spend just a few hours a month caring for Montana's native flowers and plants in our Native Plant Garden near the Visitor's Center. Your efforts will inspire visitors and help deepen our community's understanding of native species.

Ready to dig in? 🌱 We'd love to hear from you!

Call Park Manager Brian at 406-755-2706 ext. 3 to learn more and get started.

Please share with anyone who might be interested!

04/02/2025

🌟 Registration Opens Tomorrow! 🌟
Calling all adventurers—it's time to secure your spot for this year’s Flathead Valley Becoming an Outdoors Woman program at Lone Pine State Park! 🌲🏞️
🗓️ When: Friday, May 30 | 5:30 p.m. – Saturday, May 31 | 5:30 p.m.

Whether you're new to the outdoors or looking to sharpen your skills, this immersive weekend is packed with hands-on experiences to help you grow your confidence and connect with nature. You’ll hear from guest speakers and take part in three small-group sessions, choosing from themed tracks that match your interests::

🔥 Outdoor Essentials – Perfect your hiking, orienteering, and archery skills.
🦉 Eco Explorers – Discover the wildlife, wildflowers, and lichens that make Montana unique.
📖 Inspired Creations – Capture the beauty of nature through photography, nature journaling, and Dutch oven cooking.

💵 Cost: Only $45 (includes all sessions + Saturday lunch)

💥 Spaces are limited, so don’t wait! Register now at https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/224149 [register-ed.com] to secure your spot and learn more.

For more information, go to https://fwp.mt.gov/education/becoming-an-outdoors-woman .

This is an opportunity you won’t want to miss!