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31-461: Lone Pine State Park is a public recreation area on the southwest side of Kalispell , Montana , United States. The day-use state park 's 270 acres (110 ha) include 7.5 miles (12.1 km) of trails for hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing, and horseback riding. The park's original 162 acres were donated to the state in 1941 by Ernest and Hazel White. The Whites stipulated that the land be developed for public use and to teach an appreciation for

62-481: A household in the city was $ 28,567, and the median income for a family was $ 36,554. Males had a median income of $ 29,431 versus $ 20,122 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 16,224. About 10.1% of families and 15.9% of the population were below the poverty line , including 17.1% of those under age 18 and 13.0% of those age 65 or over. According to the City's 2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for

93-440: A more circuitous but flatter route via Whitefish and Eureka already in 1904. As the largest city in northwest Montana, Kalispell serves as the county seat and commercial center of Flathead County . The city is considered a secondary trade center with a trade area of approximately 130,000. The city is home to Logan Health Medical Center, which has a 150-bed hospital facility. The railroad history through Kalispell ended in 2018 when

124-476: Is a Salish word meaning "flat land above the lake". The townsite was quickly platted , and lots began selling by the spring of 1891. Kalispell was officially incorporated as a city in 1892, and Conrad built a large mansion there in 1895. Since that time, the city has continued to grow in population, reaching 19,927 in 2010. This growth persisted despite the railroad being rerouted from its original route over Haskell Pass, via Kalispell and Marion, Montana, to

155-485: Is a tertiary institution. Kalispell has a public library , a branch of the Flathead County Library. Kalispell is at the intersection of U.S. Routes 2 and 93 . Commercial air service is offered at Glacier Park International Airport , approximately 8 miles (13 km) northeast of Kalispell off U.S. Route 2 between Kalispell and Columbia Falls. Kalispell City Airport , in the southern part of

186-1017: Is in Kalispell Elementary School District, while a portion is in West Valley Elementary School District , and a very small piece is in Whitefish Elementary School District. Almost all of Kalispell is in Flathead High School District, while a small piece is in Whitefish High School District. There are two high schools in Kalispell (both of the Flathead district), Flathead High School and Glacier High School . Flathead Valley Community College

217-468: Is one of Montana's largest media markets. It is the state's second-largest over-the-air radio market, after Billings . Heaven’s Gate (1980), an American western epic, was filmed in and around Kalispell. Buffalo Hill Golf Club Dave Broeder—who was appointed as PGA head professional in 1990—had worked at the club since 1974. He announced his retirement in early 2018 and was succeeded by Casey Keyser. The Championship 18 Course at Buffalo Hill

248-638: Is the largest city and the commercial center of the Kalispell Micropolitan Statistical Area. The name Kalispell is a Salish word meaning "flat land above the lake". The first European settler to explore the Flathead Valley was likely surveyor Peter Fidler of the Hudson’s Bay Company in the 18th century. From 1870, permanent settlement and the introduction of livestock brought permanent changes, as did

279-658: The United States Census Bureau , the city has an area of 11.73 square miles (30.38 km ), of which 11.64 square miles (30.15 km ) is land and 0.09 square miles (0.23 km ) is water. Kalispell is 7 miles (11 km) north of Flathead Lake , the largest natural freshwater lake in the western U.S. by surface area. The city has a warm-summer humid continental climate ( Köppen Dfb ), with long, cold, and moderately snowy winters, hot and dry summers, and short springs and autumns. Snow usually occurs from late October/early November to March. As of

310-517: The census of 2010, there were 19,927 people, 8,638 households, and 4,944 families living in the city. The population density was 1,711.9 inhabitants per square mile (661.0/km ). There were 9,379 housing units at an average density of 805.8 per square mile (311.1/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 94.2% White , 0.2% African American , 1.3% Native American , 1.0% Asian , 0.1% Pacific Islander , 0.6% from other races , and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.9% of

341-428: The homeless population in the town. The city government has previously begun passing ordinances in 2022 that punished anyone that helped homeless people in Kalispell, such as giving out food, supplies, or money. They also shut off water and electricity in the local park so it couldn't be utilized by homeless in the area. The county commissioners also released an open letter calling on residents to actively unite against

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372-604: The Cameron 9-hole golf course was remodeled to accommodate a new driving range and practice facility. Buffalo Hill Golf Club has hosted many important tournaments over the years. The club is best known for the annual "Labor Day International Classic" tournament which is a 54-hole event first played in 1939. Dozens of players from the Canadian province of Alberta attend each year along with a large contingent of local and regional players. The first round consists of two trips around

403-627: The Great Northern Railroad built its continent-spanning railroad line in the 19th century, a need for a Divisional point in the Flathead Valley was identified. Using his own capital, Charles Edward Conrad, a businessman and banker from Fort Benton, Montana , formed the Kalispell Townsite Company with three other men, all from Great Northern board of directors. The town took its name from the local native tribe , adding an extra "L" for good measure. "Kalispell"

434-667: The Kalispell Golf Association decided to expand the course to 27 holes with construction of new golf holes around and over the Stillwater River. The nearly $ 1,000,000 expansion project, led by expansion committee chairman Otis Robbins, was financed by donations from the Buffalo Hill members, sales of debenture bonds, and matching funds from the Bureau of Outdoor Recreation . An 82-acre tract of land

465-762: The PGA Tour in 1968. Mac McLendon had originally been scheduled to appear with Palmer for the dedication but could not attend due to a bout with tendonitis. Designed by Robert Muir Graves —with the expert assistance of construction superintendent John Steidel —the course was referred to as a "monument" and rivals as one of the best golf courses in the Pacific Northwest . Since the 1990s the golf course has continued to make improvements by rebuilding tee boxes, upgrading irrigation systems, reshaping bunkers, improving sand quality and, most recently in 1999, rebuilding of four new greens on holes 12, 13, 16 and 17. In 2011,

496-574: The Works Progress Administration ( WPA ) built the rustic log clubhouse. The WPA also improved the golf course by building a 9-hole irrigated grass course. Some holes are still in service today while others have been modified during subsequent expansions. In 1964, the club made a major improvement with the construction of nine more holes, four of which are incorporated into the Championship 18 course. In 1974, members of

527-569: The benefits of conservation. Kalispell, Montana Kalispell ( / ˈ k æ l ə ˌ s p ɛ l , ˌ k æ l ə ˈ s p ɛ l / , Montana Salish : Ql̓ispé , Kutenai language : Kqayaqawakⱡuʔnam ) is a city in Montana and the county seat of Flathead County, Montana , United States. The 2020 census put Kalispell's population at 24,558. Among cities in Montana, it is the 8th largest by area, 7th most populous, and 8th fastest growing from 2010 to 2020. In Montana's northwest region, it

558-682: The city purchased and tore up the long abandoned track through the city. The city of Kalispell removed the remaining downtown trackage, relocating the railroad to Glacier Rail Park , a new industrial park just north of town; abandoning 2.4 miles of the original route. Nestled in the Flathead valley, Kalispell is 31 miles (50 km) from Glacier National Park and 22 miles (35 km) from Hungry Horse Dam . Skiers have access to Whitefish Mountain Resort on Big Mountain and Blacktail Mountain Ski Area , each 17 miles (27 km) away. Flathead Lake ,

589-486: The city, offers general aviation service. Amtrak 's Empire Builder service between Chicago and either Seattle, Washington , or Portland, Oregon , is available in Whitefish , approximately 15 miles (24 km) north. Eagle Transit, an agency of Flathead County, offers local transit service within and connecting Kalispell, Columbia Falls and Whitefish, as well as paratransit demand-responsive service. Kalispell

620-427: The city. The population density was 2,605.7 inhabitants per square mile (1,006.1/km ). There were 6,532 housing units at an average density of 1,196.7 per square mile (462.0/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 95.84% White, 0.28% African American, 1.22% Native American , 0.56% Asian , 0.04% Pacific Islander , 0.39% from other races , and 1.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.55% of

651-529: The course in her youth before her successful career on the LPGA Tour. On August 11, 1978 the legendary Arnold Palmer —accompanied by fellow PGA Tour professional Bob Dickson —was on hand to celebrate the Grand Opening of the "Championship 18 Golf Course". In 1967, Dickson became the first amateur golfer since 1935 to win both the U.S. Amateur and British Amateur . He turned professional and joined

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682-595: The fiscal year ending June 30, 2019, the top employers in the city are: Kalispell is home to the headquarters of the Montana Rifle Company . As of July 2014 , one of Montana's last mint farms, growing peppermint and spearmint , is near Kalispell. Kalispell Public Schools has two components: Kalispell Elementary School District and Flathead High School District. Whitefish Public Schools has two components: Whitefish Elementary School District and Whitefish High School District. Most of Kalispell

713-634: The homeless, which resulted in groups of younger people violently assaulting homeless in the town. The New York Times published an article in January 2024 about the homeless population of Kalispell, noting that many were residents who had recently undergone financial trouble that led to them losing their homes, such as having a divorce. Kalispell is located at 48°11′52″N 114°18′58″W  /  48.19778°N 114.31611°W  / 48.19778; -114.31611 (48.197801, −114.316068), at an elevation of 2,956 feet (901 m). According to

744-616: The largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi river, is 7 miles (11 km) away. Buffalo Hill Golf Club , designed by Robert Muir Graves , serves golfers in the region. The tribal schools nearby offer classes in the Kalispel–Spokane–Flathead language , a language nest , and intensive language training for adults. There is a Salish language school and training center in nearby Arlee, Montana. In 2023, Kalispell became nationally known for its violent actions against

775-485: The near-eradication of local bison populations. In 1884, a short-lived town called Ashley was founded where Kalispell is today. Three years later nearby Demersville was founded. Demersville quickly grew to be the largest town in the area, but when the Great Northern Railroad bypassed the town it was abandoned just as quickly, with people moving the short distance to the new town of Kalispell. As

806-409: The population. Of the 8,638 households, 30.8% had children under the age of 18, 40.4% were married couples living together, 12.0% had a female family head with no husband present, 4.8% had a male family head with no wife present, and 42.8% were not classified as family units. 35.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.4% were individuals 65 years old or older. The average household size

837-456: The population. 21.7% were of German , 12.0% Irish , 11.3% Norwegian , 10.7% English and 6.6% United States or American ancestry. There were 6,142 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.0% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.1% were non-families. 36.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.5% had someone living alone who

868-464: Was 2.26, and the average family size was 2.94. The median age in the city was 34.5 years. A total of 25.1% of residents were under 18; 9.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.2% were between the ages of 25 and 44; 22.7% were between the ages 45 and 64, and 14.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.3% male and 52.7% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 14,223 people, 6,142 households, and 3,494 families living in

899-447: Was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.209, and the average family size was 2.92. In the city, the population's age distribution shows 24.0% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 26.8% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 18.3% 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.1 males. The median income for

930-415: Was designed by noted golf course architect Robert Muir Graves . In 1918, land was purchased where part of the Cameron 9-hole course now stands. The Cameron course is named for Dave Cameron, a former Kalispell mayor and early golf administrator in the area. Another nine holes were built with sand greens and no irrigation on the fairways. This 18-hole course continued to operate until the late 1930s when

961-461: Was donated by Kalispell furniture merchant Duane Bitney and businessman Sid Torgerson for the project. PGA head professional George Haddow served at Buffalo Hill for 25 years. After Haddow's resignation in late 1976, Butte, Montana , native Charles "Skip" Koprivica was hired as the new head professional in December 1976. Kalispell native and LPGA Tour golf professional Alice Ritzman played

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