Wild Montana
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Join us in beautiful Bigfork, MT for an unforgettable week of adventure & pickleball. Activities include horseback riding and a western-style BBQ dinner on a classic Montana ranch, an entire day exploring Glacier National Park on foot and by vintage bus, and a pontoon boat cruise on Flathead Lake, the largest body of water west of the Mississippi River. Last but not least, participate in 12+ hours of pickleball at the world-class Jewel Basin Center, split between instruction from our professional coaches and play with locals and your Pickleball Trips group.
*** The Crown of the Continent pickleball tournament will be held in Bigfork, MT at the Jewel Basin Center from August 11th – 13th. If you are interested in participating and would like to add additional nights to your stay, please contact us at connect@pickleballtrips.com ***
Trip Details
What’s Included
- 6 nights at the quaint Bridge Street Cottages
- Meals excluding breakfasts, one lunch, and two dinners
- All group activities including tours, guide fees, pickleball clinics, etc.
- Transportation after arrival in Montana (optional)
What’s Not Included
- Airfare to/from Glacier Park Int’l Airport (FCA)
- Optional activities such as whitewater rafting, kayaking, fly fishing, etc.
- National park entry pass (unless traveling in Pickleball Trips’ vehicle)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Travel insurance, medical coverage, etc.
Maximum Group Size 16
Activity Level 5/10
Accommodations
“Our luxury cottages are located in the beautiful village of Bigfork, in a grove of tall Ponderosa pines, where the Swan River flows into Bigfork Bay. It’s an idyllic setting for our luxury cottages that are full of amenities, including; AC, free WiFi, daily housekeeping, with a manager available 24 hours. Additionally, the cottages are just a short stroll to the restaurants, galleries, shops and live theater that have made our village one of the Northwest’s premier destinations. Hiking, fishing, golf, food, art and shops are all available in the village of Bigfork or nearby. Our cottages are the ideal place for weddings, reunions, workshops, or simply a relaxing retreat.”
Trip instructors
Itinerary
ARRIVAL IN MONTANA
- Arrival at Glacier Park Int’l Airport (FCA)
- Pickleball Trips shuttle pickup or self-transfer to Bigfork
- Check into Bridge Street Cottages
- Optional trip to grocery store
- Tour briefing and dinner in town
MORNING CLINIC, HORSE RANCH/BBQ DINNER
- Breakfast on your own; at your cottage or local spot
- Morning pickleball instruction beginning at 9:00 AM with Pickleball Trips instructors
- Lunch in Bigfork
- Return to accommodation
- Transfer to horse ranch (~0:30 hrs) for 1 hour scenic horseback or wagon ride followed by western-style BBQ dinner
MORNING CLINIC, PICKLEBALL SOCIAL/COOKOUT
- Breakfast on your own; at your cottage or local spot
- Morning pickleball instruction beginning at 9:00 AM with Pickleball Trips instructors
- Lunch in Bigfork
- Return to accommodation
- Afternoon pickleball social with local players at the Jewel followed by dinner
GLACIER NATIONAL PARK
- Breakfast on your own; at your cottage or local spot
- Transfer to Glacier National Park (~1:00 hr) for brisk hike & private bus tour including Going To The Sun Road
- Return to Bigfork (~1:00 hr)
- Dinner on your own at restaurant in town
MORNING CLINIC, FLATHEAD LAKE CRUISE
- Breakfast on your own; at your cottage or local spot (Pocketstone claims the best cinnamon rolls west of the Mississippi)
- Morning pickleball instruction beginning at 9:00 AM with Pickleball Trips instructors
- Return to accommodation
- Lunch in Bigfork
- Pontoon Boat cruise on Flathead Lake
- Free evening for dinner and exploration
FREE MORNING, AFTERNOON REC PLAY
- Breakfast on your own; at your cottage or a local spot
- Free morning for optional activities including hiking, fly fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, etc. (we recommend booking these in advance) or relaxing.
- Lunch on your own
- Afternoon, guided recreational play with Pickleball Trips instructors and participants
- Finale dinner at Schafers in Bigfork
DEPARTURE
- Breakfast on your own; at your cottage or a local spot
- Pickleball Trips shuttle drop off or self-transfer to Glacier Park Int’l Airport (FCA)/onward destination
*Please note that the itinerary is subject to modifications between now and the beginning of the tour. Exact dates of activities may also vary.
Purchase your trip:
Cancellation Policy
| CANCELLATION | REFUND AMOUNT |
| 91+ Days Prior to Start Date | Full Refund Minus 20% Nonrefundable Deposit* |
| 61 ~ 90 Days Prior to Start Date | 50% Refund of Total Trip Cost |
| 31 ~ 60 Days Prior to Start Date | 25% Refund of Total Trip Cost |
| 0 ~ 30 Days Prior to Start Date | None (20% Deposit Transferable) |
Cancellation policy effective for all new trip purchases after 6/9/21.
Travel Insurance
We strongly encourage all travelers to invest in travel insurance to both minimize your financial risks of traveling and provide you with peace of mind to fully enjoy the your trip. Travel insurance can provide many helpful resources including refunds or assistance for any of the following situations that may arise before or during a trip:
- You need to cancel your participation on the tour
- You need to cancel or change a flight
- Lost baggage during the trip
- Stolen items during the trip
- Medical costs during the trip
We suggest you talk to your insurance provider to ask about the travel insurance plans available to you. You can also compare policies online. Here are two well-known travel insurance providers to consider:
Travelex Travel Insurance
Travel Guard
You can also use InsureMyTrip.com to compare multiple companies’ plans.
