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TAMARACK FESTIVAL

CAMPGROUNDS, CABINS OR FIRE LOOKOUTS

Great places to get out under the stars, stay in a rustic cabin or even perched in a retired Forest Service fire lookout cabin.

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COMMUNITIES

Learn about the hamlets, small towns and bigger towns that each offer something compelling and unique.

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EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENTS

From local diners and saloons, to excellent fine dining experiences, food and drink that will satisfy your body and soul.

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FESTIVALS, EVENTS AND FARMERS MARKETS

Gather together with the locals and visitors alike to celebrate food, music, history, art and our natural surroundings.

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GALLERY OR PERFORMING ARTS

Live music, community theater and fine art combine to express the creativity and life of our local communities.

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HISTORICAL SITES OR MUSEUMS

Dig into the historical areas and displays that form the legacy of the Crown of the Continent Region.

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LAKES OR RIVERS

From small, isolated lakes to massive flowing rivers, life in the Crown region is influenced by its waters. Get fishing and floating highlights too!

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LODGING

Local lodging opportunities that express the local culture, history and hospitality that makes this region so special.

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PARK OR WILDERNESS

Small community parks and massive wilderness areas both canvass and punctuate the landscape of the Crown of the Continent.

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SCENIC DRIVES

Whether by car or by bike, try these byways and experience the majesty and epic transitions of the Crown of the Continent.

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TRAILS AND HIKES

Go by foot, go by bike, go by horse. Thousands of miles of trails criss-cross the Crown Region.

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UNIQUE SHOPPING

Local shops and shopping areas allow you to support the local economy while also taking home memories of your Crown of the Continent Experience.

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VISITOR CENTER

Connect with local experts who can both give you the latest information as well as provide additional information and displays.

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WILDLIFE WATCHING SITES

Experience first-hand the wildlife of the Crown of the Continent, from small wetland fowl to massive elk and lumbering grizzly bears.

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Event Dates

October 11, 2008 - October 12, 2008

Description of Event

The Tamarack Festival is a celebration of trees, specifically the Western Larch, a rare deciduous conifer species. You will find the needles of the "tamarack" trees turning gold at this time of year and then dropping their needles like golden snow. There are drives, walks and bike rides to view these beautiful trees, including Gus, the world's largest western larch. Along with celebrating these trees. there is a Tour of the Arts, with open studios, fun run, Arts and Crafts fair, quilt sale, kids activities, and more.

Admission Fee (if any)

none

Ages Festival is Appropriate For

all ages

Type of Festival

Town Celebration or Festival

Event Setting

Although centered in the heart of the small community of Seeley Lake, there are many opportunities to enjoy vistas and outdoor activities in the surrounding countryside.

Driving Directions

From Missoula: go east on I90 to the Bonner interchange, take Hwy 200 to the Clearwater Junction, go north on Hwy 83 to mm15.
From Great Falls: go west on hwy 200 to the Clearwater Junction, go north on Hwy 83 to mm15.
From Kalispell: Go south on hwy 83 to mm15.

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