Bigfork, Montana is a small town of about 4,300 people located just south of Kalispell, Montana , near the northeastern shore of Flathead Lake. Despite its size, Bigfork attracts visitors year-round thanks to its mix of outdoor recreation and vibrant arts scene. Tourists can enjoy golfing, boating, hiking, browsing local art galleries, and attending live theatre performances—especially at the well-known Bigfork Summer Playhouse . In the autumn, the town hosts the Bigfork Independent Film Festival (BIFF), which celebrates independent cinema with a focus on Montana-made films and filmmakers, recognizing and awarding local talent. The postcard itself comes from Jackson Hole, Wyoming . This scenic valley lies between the Gros Ventre Range and the Teton Range . The name “Hole” comes from early trappers, who used it to describe a valley surrounded by mountains. Rich in wildlife, the area was an ideal habitat for beavers and other fur-bearing animals, attracting fur trappers in the early ...