A BIG thank you to these businesses who are sponsoring the 2026 Bigfork Whitewater Festival!
CLASS V
Outriders Presents - Live music promoter bringing concerts to Whitefish, Columbia Falls, Emmigrant, Three Forks, and of course, the promoters of the famous Under the Big Sky Festival in Whitefish, MT!
CLASS IV
Granite Ridge Realty - Specializing in luxury real estate, Granite Ridge Realty provides clients with a top tier experience when selling or buying property in Northwest Montana. With over 35 years of combined experience centered around the real estate and construction markets, Wally and Clint bring unmatched knowledge, dedication, and a client centered approach to your real estate experience.
The Missoula Broadcasting Company - A locally-owned and operated media company in Missoula. Their stations are KDTR-fm (Trail 103.3), KKVU-fm (U104.5), KYJK-fm (Jack 105.9) and ESPN Radio (102.9 fm). Listeners tune in for upbeat personalities, community events, news, sports, and activities.
CLASS III
Base Camp Bigfork - Kayak and SUP rentals in the warm and Dog Sled Mushing adventures in the cold! This amazing family owned and family run business is putting on our Stand Up Paddleboard Race in the Bay held on Saturday.
Bigfork Innovations Group - BIG is a loosely comprised conglomerate of individuals who were brought together by the shared belief that there is space in our community for additional innovation and growth. This fundraising group aims to bring additional resources needed to our community, to raise awareness about what Bigfork can offer, and to help support other non-profits in the Bigfork community.
Community Foundation for a Better Bigfork - A non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life in our unincorporated village.
The Cottages at Bigfork - Tucked along the Swan River, The Cottages at Bigfork offer a place where time slows and comfort comes easy. Once known as Bridge Street Cottages, this heirloom retreat has been a beloved stay for nearly two decades—welcoming travelers with warmth, charm, and a touch of nostalgia.
Jennifer Shelley, Pure West Real Estate - According to Jennifer, “I consider it a privilege to walk these beautiful parcels of property and help clients find exactly what they are looking for. I don’t just sell real estate; I sell a lifestyle, and I’m committed to helping my clients realize their dreams in the Flathead Valley!"
Immersion Research - Immersion Research produces high quality kayaking gear for the masses, including dry suits, dry tops, paddle jackets, paddle pants, spray skirts, and more. Privately owned and operated by kayakers, for kayakers!
Pyrahna - Pyranha Kayaks are designed and built to the highest standards to be used by the most demanding paddlers on rivers across the world for river running, creeking and freestyle kayak.
Tamarack Cannabis - Tamarack Cannabis is a woman owned and operated dispensary, founded in 2009, and is one of the longest standing seed-to-sale medical dispensaries in the Flathead Valley. Tamarack Cannabis operates under core values of quality, loyalty, innovation and inclusion.
Werner Paddles - Werner handcrafts their paddles in the Pacific Northwest, catering to all major paddling segments including sea kayaking, recreational, whitewater, fishing, canoeing, and rafting.
CLASS II
Bedrock Sandals - From big adventures to easy-livin’, Bedrock Sandals are built to free your outdoor soul.
Flathead Raft Company - Flathead Raft Company is your best source to nature and excitement in Western Montana. Accessing Flathead Lake and the Lower Flathead River we offer thrilling half day whitewater trips down the legendary Buffalo rapids.
Good Stuff Botanicals - Wildcrafted + Organic Skincare made in the Mountains of Montana. Go with your body chemistry, not against it! Donating to NICU's and Birthing Centers since 2014.
Lake Baked/Riverview Bar - Lake Baked is located in the heart of Bigfork, Montana – just off Electric Avenue overlooking the Swan River. They bake frosted and caramel cinnamon rolls, quiche, cookies, sweet & savory hand pies, whole & sliced pie, and a variety of other treats depending on the season and the day.
Saketome Sushi - Contemporary sushi restaurant & bar located in downtown Bigfork, Montana. Sustainability and creativity have always been at the top of SakeTome’s priorities, and in the seafood business, a reverence for the ocean is of utmost importance.
Stockman Bank - When you bank with Stockman, your money stays in Montana to work for you and your community. Stockman Bank is a family-owned, full-service, community bank located in Montana.
Timbers Motel - Timbers Motel is located conveniently off of MT Hwy 35 among the pines of adjacent Flathead Lake State Park. En route to Glacier National Park, a short walk to Flathead Lake, Downtown Bigfork and a number of scenic hikes make Timbers Motel your trailhead to adventure of any kind.
CLASS I
The American Vacation Rentals - Recently renovated with all new interior and themed-rooms to provide a true Montana experience located in the heart of downtown Bigfork.
Astral - Astral is committed to sustainable business and products that last. With your support they will continue to build the cleanest, most beautiful and highest performing products you can buy…. And they promise to always put #NatureFirst.
County Line Coffee - Drive thru coffee hut located in Ferndale, America
Eysian Institute - The new med spa located inside the Montana Athletic Club!
Glacier Bank - Glacier Bank is pleased to offer a full range of financial products and services including Personal and Business Deposit Accounts, Retirement and Investment Products, Home Equity and Consumer Loans, Home Mortgages, and Business Loans. They proudly serve the Montana communities of Kalispell, Lakeside, Whitefish, Columbia Falls, Libby, Eureka, Bigfork, Polson, Pablo, Ronan, Butte, and Anaconda.
Glacier Getaway - Glacier Getaways provides Whitefish Property Management & Vacation Rentals. Offering long and short-term rental services in the Flathead Valley, Montana.
Jewel Basin Center - The Jewel is the perfect venue for any event, and also the home of Two Rivers Pickleball Club!
KAVU - KAVU is run by full-on fun fanatics seeking the next adventure. Their formula for living well is simple — build good times into everything you do.
Montana Athletic Club - MAC provides a healthy and relaxing environment, allowing each member to reach his or her personal best. They provide professionals to instruct and consult on personal fitness. State-of-the-art facilities and equipment, pool, tennis courts, innovative classes and programs to satisfy all levels of fitness.
Split Rock Restaurant - The local spot you've been looking for. Family owned & operated. Check them out for burgers, steaks, pasta, salads, and cocktails!
Sweet Protection - Award-winning helmets for biking, skiing, snowboarding and whitewater sports. Designed and developed in Trysil, Norway.
Wild River Adventures - Looking for family-friendly scenic and whitewater rafting trips in Glacier National Park? Wild River Adventures, located in West Glacier, Montana, has the best selection of standard and customized, whitewater, scenic and family rafting on the Flathead River.