If you are looking for an adventure that gives you scenic views of Flat head lake, fantastic hiking…read moreand wildlife sightings then this is the place. Bill is extremely knowledgable of the area; how the lake, mountains and islands came to be, wildlife etc, plus his personality made this a true local experience (he has been doing this for 20 yrs!). We wanted to see the lake, the wild horses and do some hiking without large crowds or hassle and we got it here plus some.He even took us to see some Tribal markings and told us the history behind it - incredible. My fiancé and I hiked for hours on the secluded Wild Horse Island and saw bucks, bald eagles, doe, sheep, rams and of course gorgeous wild horses!! The fact that we were the only people on the island was a plus, all animals roaming free and no people. This was truly a wonderful experience that I'am excited to tell you about - you will not be disappointed. Go See Bill!

If you like to hike, this is a fun way to spend a few hours. We didn't see horses but did see big…read morehorned sheep and deer.

Comfortable ride on the lake. Great views all around. Sadly, the loudness of the engine drowned…read moreout the Captain's audible guidance. Couldn't much make out what he was sharing about the lake. Additional & upgraded speakers would make this boat tour a five star trip. Appreciate the refreshments for sale on-board.

I was in from Southern California the last week of a June. I was staying practically on the lake…read moreand how could you not take a tour on a boat?!? I had read some less than enthusiastic reviews about not being able to hear the captain over the microphone. Which if you DO NOT sit over the engine, you hear just fine if you want. It was a lovely excursion with the right amount of trivia sprinkled in on occasion. The staff was pleasant. The views and the 'big sky' from the water were OUTSTANDING. The price was more than reasonable for an almost two hour tour. It really was a highlight of my stay in Lakeside. Thank you!!!

What a day on Flathead lake. I released 10 fish and also kept 10. The top picture is a Bull Trout…read more A native species of Flathead Lake the fish must be returned to its waters. Which was accomplished after reviving the fish by rushing water through its gills. I doubt that I will ever experience a day of fishing like this again in my life. This was my 6th trip with Howe's fishing. I have never caught less then three fish. In fact Captain Cameron and I have caught 8, 12, 16 and today 20 fish on our last 4 trips. Howe's might be a little more expensive then other charter companies in the Flathead Valle. They have the best captains, fishing gear, boats then ANYONE else. "Don't step over a dollar to pick up a quarter", the same goes to fishing. Trust me, pictures do not lie.

Capt Ross may be the hardest working and funnest Capt I have ever chartered with. 2-4' swells,…read morecrazy winds, light rain, and we still slayed fish!! Went home with two gallon ziploc bags stuffed with fillets on only a 4hr charter. The boats were great for cover out of the bad weather; even a heater on board. Would do it again anytime.

We recently took a ride on Little Chief, a 100 year old boat, on St Mary's lake. It was wonderful!…read more The trip was about an hour and a half with one stop that included a short walk to Baring Falls. The views of the lake, mountains and waterfall were stunning. Our boat captain, Nate, was not only a skilled boat driver, but also gave us great information about the history and other features of Glacier. He was very funny, and kept us laughing and entertained the whole ride. I highly recommend a boat tour with this company.

This is a review for the Many Glacier Boat Tour. What a great way to tour the lakes of Many Glacier…read moreand get a head start on your hikes if you choose to go one way. We had Jack take us across Swiftcurrent Lake on Chief Teo Guns, completed our quarter mile hike to the second dock, and had Aubrey take us across Lake Josephine. The rides were informative and provided a great opportunity to take pics from the lake and enjoy the scenery. We learned about the building of the hotel, the impact of fire on the forest, the glaciers, and the Beaver Lodge on Swiftcurrent Lake. It's a great way to take in Glacier from the water and I recommend this tour. If you're planning a trip to Glacier consider making your reservation early. I waited and got lucky that a last minute ticket opened but it was for the 5 pm tour. It was a little late for my family to start a hike so we stayed on the boat to take the return trip. Notes: 1. The hike between the two lakes is approximately 0.2 miles and the climb is around 50 feet. You could do this hike in sneakers but hiking shoes/boots would be ideal. 2. All bear spray must be stored in your bag.

Got a power boat for the afternoon for 4 hours but had such a great time we called in and extended…read more(twice). Great boat with a slightly banged up wake board. Super nice and easy to work with.

We go to Flathead Lake and always rent from FBC. Boats are solid, prices fair and the staff are…read moreextremely friendly. Julie in particular is a joy to work with.

A very gorgeous lake that was a short trek to see and pretty populated. The peaks are in the…read morebackground make it very picturesque. It was a great first stop heading into Glacier National Park for us!

SO BEAUTIFUL! I visited in June and stayed at the cabins right next to Lake McDonald. I made sure…read moreto walk out to Lake McDonald first thing every morning and spent about an hour out there each night before going to bed. The water is perfectly clear and the colored rocks are so unique and cool to look at. I had the opportunity to Kayak on Lake McDonald and it was one of the highlights of my trip!

We booked a half day fishing via Captain Mike's and ended up having the best day with Dylan! Great…read moreexperience and well worth the time/money!

Captain Mike is the most knowledgeable and entertaining guide someone could hope for. My family and…read moreI spent an entire day on Mike's boat reeling in big fat fish and hiking Wild Horse Island. We're not even experienced fishermen, but Mike made sure we had an amazing day and caught beautiful fish-- even a coveted Bull Trout (28in)! Bigfork is an amazing and special place, but our trip was without a doubt enhanced by Mike's experience and guidance on the lake. His prices for full/half day trips are super fair and competitive with any other charters on the lake. He is very welcoming and works super hard to ensure everyone in your party (young and old) has a great time. I would recommend Captain Mike's services to anyone planning a trip to Montana.

This locally owned raft company made my first white water rafting trip one to remember!…read more They were able to graciously accommodate a last minute booking change the day before. Had all the equipment we needed to stay warm on a chilly day with scattered showers. Taught us everything we needed to know to navigate the waters safely. Provided some great shopping, dining, and hiking recommendations. And all the tour guides were lowkey comedians who should consider riffing some of their jokes off at a comedy club's open mic night. Thank you guys! We had a blast!

Great trip. Weather was not good, but our guide, Suki, made the trip entertaining and informative…read more You could tell Suki really enjoyed her job and engaged all in conversation and history of the area. Safety instructions were very good and equipment was in good shape. Would recommend.

We went on evening cruise with music and loved it. Although the smoke was still there, Captain…read more took us around parts to get a good view of the lake. The music was bluesy and perfect for the cruise. Loved it! Great activity. Would highly recommend!

We took a cruise with Far West Cruises and thoroughly enjoyed our time. Very relaxing and…read moreenjoyable. Would definitely do this again.