lakesidesomers@gmail.com PO Box 177 | Lakeside, MT 59922

ABOUT US

LAKESIDE AND SOMERS

The Lakeside Somers Chamber of Commerce values preservation of community character and sense of place. We strive to be a catalyst for a safe and resilient community, enhance community communications and participation, while supporting local, family-owned and operated businesses to succeed.

The communities of Lakeside and Somers are nestled on the northwest shores of beautiful Flathead Lake and at the base of Blacktail Mountain. The two distinct towns are neighbors on the bay! Located 8 miles south of Kalispell, our communities are the destination spot for both locals and visitors alike.

All four seasons in the Lakeside and Somers offer something for everything; from skiing the slopes of Blacktail Mountain to sailing or kayaking the majestic Flathead Lake. While visiting our area, please stop by our chamber office located in the West Shore Community Library, at 100 Bierney Creek Road for local information and travel guides.

We invite you to come and visit our friendly communities and experience a true Montana lifestyle. You are sure to receive a warm and friendly welcome as your visit or Flathead Valley. You may also decide you love it so much you decide to make it home, and in that case, we know that your wish has come true!

Lakeside and Somers are neighboring communities that encompass 13 miles of lake frontage on Flathead lake, 100 miles north of Missoula, and minutes south of Kalispell, the valley’s regional business center. Prior to the 1900’s the town of Lakeside was called “Stoner,” after John Stoner, the first postmaster, who built and operated a hotel where the creek that still bears his name flows into Flathead Lake. The name was later changed to “Chautauqua,” then “Lacon,” and finally, in 1920 to “Lakeside.”

In the early years, Flathead Lake was an important part of the trade route from Missoula to Canada, and steamers made regular stops here with passengers and freight. Somers owes it’s existence to the Great Northern Railway. Railroad ties were needed for the extension of tracks throughout the west, and the ready supply of timber surrounding Flathead Lake made the north end of the lake an ideal mill site. From 1900 to 1949 the Somers Lumber Company produced thousands of ties. The first general store, built in 1900, and other historic buildings, are still in use by Sliters Lumber Company.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

NAME POSITION E-MAIL
Ali Coleman Executive Director lakesidesomersATgmail.com
David Fetveit | Pure West Real Estate President available upon request
Lance Fahrney | Pure West Real Estate Vice President available upon request
Lacy Richter | Pure West Real Estate Secretary available upon request
Sean McGrath | Glacier Bank Treasurer available upon request
Amy Bain-Wilson | Glacier Sothebys Board Member available upon request
Andra Townsley | Tamarack Brewing Co. Board Member available upon request
Jeremiah Jennings | Glacier Perks Coffee House Board Member available upon request
Sam Bagley | Lakeside Community Chapel Board Member available upon request
Chelsea Martini | Camp Martini Board Member available upon request
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