LAKESIDE BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Lakeborne Calm: Aboard the Historic Far West on Flathead Lake
A nearly two-hour, interpretive cruise around Flathead Lake aboard the historic Far West—this guide explains the route, on-board services, and practical details to plan your summer outing.
Lakeborne Calm: Aboard the Historic Far West on Flathead Lake.
The Far West cuts a low, steady wake across Flathead Lake, offering nearly two hours of shoreline scenery, open-water vistas and island views aboard a historic Montana cruise ship. The crew frames the tour as relaxed, educational and well suited to summer guests, with onboard amenities and refreshments available to complete the outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Historic, Comfortable Cruise Ship
The Far West is a historic Montana cruise ship that serves as the platform for an interpretive, relaxing tour of Flathead Lake—its configuration and crew support a comfortable experience for summer outings.
Shoreline and Open-Lake Views
The route carries passengers south along the shore before sweeping back north in a graceful arc into the lake, delivering a mix of wooded shore vistas and wide-open water.
Onboard Conveniences and Refreshments
Restrooms are available on board and food and beverages can be purchased either aboard the boat or at the Harbor Store; note that outside food and beverage are not permitted.
What the day feels like
How the cruise unfolds
Expect a measured, interpretive cruise that lasts roughly one hour and forty-five minutes: the Far West departs the marina, runs south along the shoreline, then turns north in an arc that takes the vessel out into the lake before returning to the marina. The crew provides commentary and the boat carries basic services so passengers can relax and take in the surroundings.
THE VESSEL
Historic, Comfortable Cruise Ship
The Far West is a historic Montana cruise ship that serves as the platform for an interpretive, relaxing tour of Flathead Lake—its configuration and crew support a comfortable experience for summer outings.
THE SCENERY
Shoreline and Open-Lake Views
The route carries passengers south along the shore before sweeping back north in a graceful arc into the lake, delivering a mix of wooded shore vistas and wide-open water.
THE AMENITIES
Onboard Conveniences and Refreshments
Restrooms are available on board and food and beverages can be purchased either aboard the boat or at the Harbor Store; note that outside food and beverage are not permitted.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Tours run for approximately one hour and forty-five minutes and are promoted as a summer outing option.
Bring a camera, sun protection and layered clothing for variable lake conditions; no outside food or beverage is permitted.
The operator suggests arriving 45 minutes prior to departure. Restrooms are available on board and food and beverages can be purchased on the boat or at the Harbor Store.
Adult fare is $35; children ages 5–10 are $17; children under 5 ride free.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the cruise?
Tours last approximately one hour and forty-five minutes.
When should I arrive before departure?
The operator suggests arriving 45 minutes prior to departure.
Are there restrooms on board?
Yes — there are restrooms available on the boat.
Can I bring my own food or drinks?
No — outside food or beverage is not permitted. Food and beverages are available for purchase on the boat or at the Harbor Store.
Is alcohol available?
Beer and wine are available at the Harbor Store.
What are the ticket prices?
Adult tickets are $35; children ages 5–10 cost $17; children under 5 are free.