Lakeside
Summer naturally centers around boating, swimming, paddleboarding, and evenings overlooking the lake.
Life Along Flathead Lake
Lakeside is shaped by its position on the western shore of Flathead Lake. Here, the water is not simply a view. It becomes part of the pace and pattern of daily life.
Summer naturally centers around boating, swimming, paddleboarding, and evenings overlooking the lake. The surrounding mountains create a dramatic backdrop, while nearby trails and Blacktail Mountain add another dimension to the area’s outdoor lifestyle.
The community itself is small and relaxed, with a handful of local restaurants and gathering places close to the shoreline. Kalispell is easily accessible, but Lakeside feels distinctly removed from the busier center of the valley.
For many residents, the appeal lies in the simplicity of being close to the water. Real estate ranges from lakefront homes and private retreats to hillside properties with sweeping views and residences tucked into the surrounding woods.
2,617 people live in Lakeside, where the median age is 51.9 and the average individual income is $50,402. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Lakeside, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Tamarack Alehouse & Grill, Blacktail Grocery, and Champs Chicken.
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| Dining · $$ | 1.14 miles | 405 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$$ | 1.23 miles | 16 reviews | 3.6/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.23 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$$ | 1.23 miles | 13 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.26 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.26 miles | 23 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.3 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.3 miles | 1 review | 1/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.31 miles | 27 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 1.36 miles | 108 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.4 miles | 37 reviews | 4.1/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 1.41 miles | 50 reviews | 3.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.45 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.53 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.21 miles | 4 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.39 miles | 31 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.4 miles | 6 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.41 miles | 3 reviews | 3.7/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.42 miles | 15 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.05 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.21 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.28 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.4 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Lakeside has 1,058 households, with an average household size of 2.42. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lakeside do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,617 people call Lakeside home. The population density is 68 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.
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346 Central Ave Whitefish, MT 59937
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