
THE WHITEFISH TRAIL
Youth Programs

Whitefish Trail Youth Programs
The Whitefish Trail offers a variety of natural interpretive programs and outdoor recreation activities for youth designed to bring students and nature together while increasing awareness of the natural world. The importance of children spending time in nature cannot be over-emphasized – not only does it lead to positive impacts on health and well-being, it also greatly increases the development of life-long environmental awareness.
Free 2025 Youth Programs
Registration opens two weeks before event date.
- Kids' Fairy HousesMon, Jul 07Lion Mountain Trailhead, Mountainside Dr, Whitefish, MT 59937, USA
- Kids' Clay DayTue, Jul 15Lion Mountain Trailhead
- Kids' Scavenger HuntTue, Aug 05Location is TBD
- Kids' Forest CrittersTue, Aug 19Lion Mountain Trailhead
- Tots on the TrailThu, Aug 21Lion Mountain Trailhead, Mountainside Dr, Whitefish, MT 59937, USA

2025 Forest Explorers Camp
Whitefish Legacy Partners’ Forest Explorers Camp offers a unique opportunity for kids ages 7-11 to explore the Whitefish Trail during a 4-day camp. Campers enjoy fun-filled days with hikes, arts activities, and games while connecting with the natural world and meeting new friends. Whether learning about forest critters, building fairy houses, or capturing the views in a painting, campers learn about the animals and ecosystems that surround them through creativity, play, and exploration.
Campers may only initially register for one week of camp. Please get on the waitlist if you are interested in another week of camp. Cost is $150. Scholarships are available!
- Forest Explorers Week 1Mon, Jun 16Lion Mountain Trailhead
- Multiple Dates



School Field Trips
WLP’s Goals are to provide relevant school curriculum programs, encourage outdoor education and increase awareness of the Whitefish Trail. Field trips for local schools take place all year long but mostly in the spring and fall.
2025 dates are currently all full.