Random Mountain Town of the Week

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Mountain Dwellings
August 20, 2025

Welcome back to Random Mountain Towns!

This week’s Random Mountain Town is….

Polson, Montana!

Fast Facts about Polson:

  • Population: 5,631 (2024)

  • Nickname: "Pied de Lai” (“foot of the lake” in French)

  • Elevation: 3,028 feet

  • Year Founded: 1909

  • Distance to Closest Larger City: 1 hour 15 minute drive from Missoula.

Homes for Sale in Polson:

Zillow: According to Zillow, as of 2025:

The average home value in Polson, MT is $572,525.

Click on each to see the full listing!

36696 Narrows Rd, Polson, MT 59860 | MLS #30055983 | Zillow

This 1372 square feet Single Family home has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It is located at 36696 Narrows Rd, Polson, MT.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/36696-Narrows-Rd-Polson-MT-59860/227186660_zpid

31549 Top Of The Rock Way W, Polson, MT 59860 | MLS #30047297 | Zillow

This 3067 square feet Single Family home has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. It is located at 31549 Top Of The Rock Way W, Polson, MT.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/31549-Top-Of-The-Rock-Way-W-Polson-MT-59860/227186377_zpid

29696 Swallows Ln, Polson, MT 59860 | MLS #30051967 | Zillow

This 912 square feet Single Family home has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It is located at 29696 Swallows Ln, Polson, MT.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/29696-Swallows-Ln-Polson-MT-59860/227187290_zpid

Closest Ski Resort:

Blacktail Mountain Ski Area is just over an hour drive from Polson.

-1,000 acres of skiable terrain

-3 lifts

-250 inches of annual snowfall

-Longest run is 1.75 miles

Where to Stay in Polson:

Here’s a beautiful guest house with incredible views!

Guesthouse in Polson · ★5.0 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 1 bath

Your Private Heaven + RV hookup!

www.airbnb.com/rooms/938504547427472719?search_mode=regular_search&adults=1&check_in=2025-10-01&check_out=2025-10-06&children=0&infants=0&pets=0&source_impression_id=p3_1755653086_P3bS03Prmbjb50Bx&previous_page_section_name=1000&federated_search_id=36d93097-5fb6-46f6-baf4-4c685ddb8e9f

Hiking Near Polson:

  • Holland Lake and Falls: This trail takes you to Holland Falls in Flathead National Forest. It’s a short hike along the shores of Lake Holland, offering beautiful views of the mountains across the valley.

Here are some other popular trails in the Polson area:

  • Kootenai Creek Trail: A scenic trail with cascades, waterfalls, and a granite canyon.

  • River's Edge Trail: Offers a pleasant walk along the river. 

  • Mount Aeneas and Picnic Lakes: Check out this 6.6-mile loop trail near Bigfork, Montana. Generally considered a moderately challenging route.

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