The rocky shores and crystalline waters of Flathead Lake
Our beautiful corner of creation
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Polson is nestled into the southern shore of Flathead Lake in northwestern Montana.
Our region is known for its beauty, wildlife, scenic wonders, and quality of life. Polson reflects the state's reputation as being:
"The Last Best Place."
Glacier National Park, one of our country's magnificent wonders, is an easy two-hour drive.
Polson, like many communities around Flathead Lake, can feel at times like a resort community. In the glorious days of summer, our gardens flourish in the long hours of sunshine, just as the population blooms with the return of snowbirds and visitors. We relish these long, perfect days of abundant opportunity for play.
As the sun heads South again, and winter returns, the town gets quieter and then new recreational opportunities are available. Wintertime ushers in ski season (both Alpine and Nordic), ice-skating, ice fishing, hunting, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. Hit the slopes with skis or snowboards. Both Whitefish Mountain and Blacktail Resort are within easy driving distance.
Polson is located on the Flathead Indian Reservation, home to the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. The Tribes host Pow Wows, rodeos, and other events that reflect their culture. The Salish Kootenai College, a four-year accredited college, hosts students from over 60 different tribes as well as non-tribal students.
Come play with us!
Water Sports, Fishing, Hiking, Camping, Biking, Golf, Tennis, and Pickle Ball are some of our favorite summer pastimes. With more than 128 miles of shoreline, roughly 28 miles long and 15 miles wide, Flathead Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. There are numerous options for fishing, fly fishing and white water rafting.
Check out the Rodeos, the Cherry Festival, Art in the Park, and numerous other local art shows and museums. Kerr Dam (higher than Niagara Falls) located at the south end of Flathead Lake in Polson is a must-see and a magnificent site when all floodgates are open. Find a new favorite brew at one of the area's breweries, distilleries, and wineries. Don't forget to enjoy the famous Flathead sweet cherries and huckleberries. Art and music festivals are also widely available.
The Seli’š Ksanka Qlispe’ Dam, Formally Kerr Dam
The welcoming grounds of St. Andrews
Yellow Canola Fields
The concrete arch-type dam stands at 204 feet high, which is 54 feet higher than Niagara Falls. A 1,000 foot boardwalk takes you down, right above the falls, where you can enjoy an amazing view of the canyon! In the spring and early summer, the spillway is fantastic. Picnicking, white-water rafting, fishing, vista overlook.
Polson is also home to one of the state's premier public golf courses. There are also many other courses in the area to test your skills.
The Seli’š Ksanka Qlispe’ Project, located about five miles southwest of Polson, encompasses a three-unit hydroelectric plant.
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes are the first tribes in the nation to own and operate a major hydropower facility.
A pie social ready to go at St. Andrew’s.
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
110 6th Avenue East
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-5524
standrewspolson@gmail.com
Sunday 10:00 AM Traditional Eucharist with Choral Hymns
Holy Eucharist, or Holy Communion, is at the center of our life together and is celebrated every Sunday. Everyone is welcome at Christ's Table, no matter what denomination. Join us in communion with our Lord Jesus Christ as we celebrate this simple meal together.