Polson

Airport Description: The airport sits on the outlet of Flathead Lake next to the town of Polson. For those so inclined (and equipped), there is a seaplane base just down the hill on the Flathead River. When landing RWY 36, use caution for seaplane traffic. Use caution for 600/ unlighted tower three miles south of the airport.

Polson Aero Works Inc maintains the 24-hour FBO at the airport. They offer fuel and major repaifs to both land aircraft and seaplanes. Telephone: 406-883-9392 www.aeroworks.net

Transportation: An airport courtesy car is available through Polson AeroWorks. Taxi: Port Polson 406-257-7831. Rental Cars: Rent-a-Wreck, 406-883-3288

Camping: Airplane campers can camp on the field. The FBO has restrooms and showers available. There is also a KOA nearby and the Riverside Park located just west of the city center and east of the bridge, has campsites for tents and RV’s. Its conveniently located to Polson’s amenities.

HISTORY:

Incorporated April 5, 1910, Polson has a history of lumbering, ranching and steamboats. The city was named after pioneer rancher David Polson. Steamboats played a major part in early transportation of freight and passengers. The tugboat “Paul Bunyan” was instrumental in early logging operations.

Polson is located on the Flathead Indian Reservation in a natural amphitheater at the south end of Flathead Lake. This charming lakeside community is the trading center for one of Montana’s most fertile farming areas. In a prime cherry growing region and home to numerous cherry orchards, Polson celebrates with an annual Main Street Flathead Cherry Festival.

The broad, sweeping Mission Valley south of Polson is bordered by the rugged, snow-capped Mission Mountains. The Flathead River that flows from Polson features whitewater rafting and Kerr Dam. The National Bison Range at Moiese with its large herds of bison, elk, deer, antelope and bairn sheep is nearby, as well as the Ninepipes and Pablo Wildlife Refuges for bird watchers.

Two museums, The Miracle of America and Polson-Flathead Historical Museum, offer many displays and memorabilia. Polson also has several city parks located on the lake and is home to the Polson Bay Golf Course, a magnificent golf course which is nestled near the Mission Mountains and at the base of Flathead Lake.

Best Restaurant: HOT SPOT

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Best Day Trip: RAFT THE FLATHEAD RIVER

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Polson Chamber: http://www.polsonchamber.com/