Cabins That Bring Everyone Together

Lakeside Motel & Resort offers group-friendly cabins that make hosting a lakefront family reunion in Montana feel like home. These cabins provide multiple sleeping areas, fully equipped kitchens, and spacious living areas that give families the freedom to relax, cook, and catch up. Most cabins also feature views of the water and surrounding wilderness.

Instead of separating into hotel rooms or driving between properties, your entire group can stay in one location. It’s an ideal setup for evening campfires, board games, group meals, and those spontaneous moments that make reunions special. On-site motel rooms also offer added flexibility for smaller family units.

Right on Noxon Reservoir: A Private Escape for Your Lakefront Family Reunion in Montana

Lakeside Motel & Resort sits directly on the banks of Noxon Reservoir, providing easy access to over 30 miles of scenic water perfect for recreation and relaxation. Whether you’re watching the sunrise from the dock, casting a line in the early morning, or launching a boat for a family outing, the water is just a short distance from your cabin.

Noxon Reservoir is a reservoir of the Clark Fork River and provides calm conditions which are well suited for boating. The peaceful setting can add a touch of magic to a lakefront family reunion in Montana, encouraging both relaxation and adventure.

Private Dock and Boat Rentals On-Site

Guests of Lakeside Motel & Resort can enjoy a private dock—a true luxury during a lakefront family reunion in Montana. This convenience avoids the need to transport gear to a marina or compete for public space.

Want to explore further? The resort offers convenient pontoon boat rentals. These boats provide ample seating, shade, and space for coolers, fishing gear, and other essentials for a day on the water. Whether you’re out looking for the perfect fishing spot or simply taking in the views, boating can be a relaxing and meaningful way to spend time together.

Unwind with a Summer Sunset Cruise Tour

One of the highlights of a lakefront family reunion in Montana is the Summer Sunset Cruise Tour offered at Lakeside Motel & Resort. As the sky starts changing to shades of orange, pink, and gold, your family can cruise and take in the evening’s beauty. It’s an opportunity for group photos, storytelling, and bonding in a relaxed setting.

The cruises are family-friendly and can provide a special end to the day at Lakeside Motel & Resort.

Fishing on Noxon Reservoir: A Bonding Experience

Fishing can be a staple of a lakefront family reunion in Montana, and Noxon Reservoir provides an inclusive opportunity for both seasoned anglers and beginners. The reservoir is home to several fish species, with opportunities to catch largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and northern pike.

• Largemouth Bass: Often found in warm water less than 20 feet deep and with underwater vegetation, largemouth bass are prized for their size. “The largemouth bass may be the most widely introduced species in North America and are now found virtually all across the continent as well as east and west of the Divide in Montana.” (Montana Field Guide) Adults are known as aggressive surface-feeders and primarily consume other fish. Catching a largemouth can offer excitement for anglers young and old.
• Smallmouth Bass: Known for their spirited resistance, smallmouth bass are primarily stream fish but can do well in reservoirs. They prefer cool water and rocky environments in lakes and streams. Adults feed on frogs and other fish, and seem to prefer crayfish.
• Northern Pike: If you’re looking for a challenge, northern pike can offer a thrilling experience. These large, aggressive fish are found in the still or slow-moving waters of lakes, reservoirs, and streams. They seek bay areas in lakes/reservoirs with dense underwater vegetation. They use this vegetation as a hiding place to ambush prey. Adults feed almost solely on other fish and can grow to impressive sizes, making them a highlight of any fishing adventure.

Fishing on the reservoir can offer an opportunity to teach the younger ones to cast. Yellow perch are also found in Noxon Reservoir. They are abundant in many Montana lakes/reservoirs, and because they often travel in schools, they can be caught in large numbers. Their abundance, along with their small size, can make yellow perch a prime fish for young anglers just starting out. Older family members may enjoy catching these fish, too.

Nearby Adventures for the Whole Family

While the lakeside location offers so much to keep everyone entertained, Lakeside Motel & Resort also places you near some of northwest Montana’s most enjoyable attractions.

Thompson Falls State Park

Located within 20 miles of the resort, Thompson Falls State Park is a haven for outdoor lovers. The park features a family fishing pond, an accessible fishing pier, a picnic shelter, potable water May to September, and vault toilets. The Thompson Falls Trail is non-motorized and recently has been expanded. The trail runs along the Clark Fork River and connects to the HWY 200 Trail into Thompson Falls. The park also offers opportunities for swimming, bird watching, wildlife viewing, and much more.

With easy access and activities for the whole family, it’s a great afternoon trip during your lakefront family reunion in Montana.

Kootenai Falls and Swinging Bridge

A must-see during a family gathering is Kootenai Falls, one of the largest free-flowing waterfalls in the northwest. Roughly 60 miles from the resort, the falls and swinging bridge are accessed by a short trail. Within the first 500 feet, the trail is fairly level and leads to an overlook with a shaded picnic area. At around one-half mile, the trail leads to the swinging bridge. Beyond the first 500 feet, the trail may become more challenging for some. The falls and the swinging bridge have become very popular attractions.

River’s Bend Golf Course

If your family includes golf enthusiasts, don’t miss River’s Bend Golf Course, located in Thompson Falls. Within 25 miles of the resort, this 9-hole course is nestled along the Clark Fork River. It offers gorgeous views, well-maintained greens, and a relaxing pace of play.

The course also includes a bar with a variety of drinks. It’s a fun and low-pressure activity for players of all skill levels and an unexpected perk for your lakefront family reunion in Montana.

Why Lakeside Motel & Resort Would Be a Great Place for Your Reunion

From the moment you arrive at Lakeside Motel & Resort, you’ll understand why it’s a prime choice for a lakefront family reunion in Montana. The combination of cozy cabins, direct access to Noxon Reservoir, private docks, and nearby adventures make it an ideal base camp for multi-generational fun.

Families can spend their mornings fishing, their afternoons hiking, and their evenings gathered around a fire sharing stories. Everything is within reach, and the setting itself fosters relaxation and connection.

Tips for Planning Your Lakefront Family Reunion in Montana

• Book early: Lakeside Motel & Resort is popular during the summer months. Visit mtlodging.com to view availability and secure your dates.
• Coordinate group meals: With full kitchens in many cabins and with outdoor seating areas, planning family meals may be a fun option.
• Arrange boat rentals and cruises: Contact the resort to inquire about reserving pontoons or scheduling a Summer Sunset Cruise Tour.
• Explore local parks: Set aside time to visit Thompson Falls State Park and Kootenai Falls and Swinging Bridge for added adventure.

Make Memories That Last

At Lakeside Motel & Resort, your lakefront family reunion in Montana becomes more than just a getaway—it becomes a meaningful opportunity to reunite with those who matter most.

Visit mtlodging.com today for more information and to start planning a family reunion your relatives will fondly remember for years to come.

Sources:

Forest Service U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). “Kootenai Falls and Swinging Bridge.” fs.usda.gov. Updated 14 April 2025. https://www.fs.usda.gov/r01/kootenai/recreation/kootenai-falls-and-swinging-bridge.

Largemouth Bass—Micropterus nigricans. Montana Field Guide. Montana Natural Heritage Program and Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks. Retrieved on June 2, 2025, from https://FieldGuide.mt.gov/speciesDetail.aspx?elcode=AFCQB12180.

Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks. “Noxon Rapids Reservoir.” myfwp.mt.gov. Accessed 2 June 2025. https://myfwp.mt.gov/fishMT/waterbody/searchByID?waterBodyID=43400.

Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks. “Thompson Falls State Park.” fwp.mt.gov. Accessed 2 June 2025. https://fwp.mt.gov/thompson-falls.

Northern Pike—Esox lucius. Montana Field Guide. Montana Natural Heritage Program and Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks. Retrieved on June 2, 2025, from https://FieldGuide.mt.gov/speciesDetail.aspx?elcode=AFCHD01020.

River’s Bend, Thompson Falls, Montana. Accessed 2 June 2025. https://www.riversbendgolf.net/.

Smallmouth Bass—Micropterus dolomieu. Montana Field Guide. Montana Natural Heritage Program and Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks. Retrieved on June 2, 2025, from https://FieldGuide.mt.gov/speciesDetail.aspx?elcode=AFCQB12020.

Yellow Perch—Perca flavescens. Montana Field Guide. Montana Natural Heritage Program and Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks. Retrieved on June 3, 2025, from https://FieldGuide.mt.gov/speciesDetail.aspx?elcode=AFCQC03010.