Polson Chamber of Commerce

The Polson Chamber of Commerce

The Polson Chamber of Commerce was established on August 31, 1909, with the mission to serve, support, and strengthen its members by enhancing the business climate, promoting the area, and fostering community connections. Today, the chamber upholds this mission by providing platforms for networking, community outreach, and development. The Chamber hosts four Business Pulse Events annually, along with B2B, Small Business Saturday, Ladies Night Out Events, and other gatherings. Event locations vary, so please check our events calendar for details events calendar. Additionally, the chamber organizes the Fourth of July parade and fireworks, the Annual Chamber Banquet honoring our members, and the Chamber Blast fundraiser. The Polson Chamber of Commerce invites all businesses and community members to join and be part of these efforts.

About Polson

Polson lies in a natural amphitheater at the south end of Flathead Lake in Northwest Montana and is located on the Flathead Indian Reservation. This charming lakeshore community is the trading center for one of Montana’s most fertile farming areas. This prime cherry-growing region is home to dozens of orchards, which Polson celebrates with its annual Cherry Festival. Polson becomes a popular summer attraction when temperatures range from 80 to 95 degrees.

The broad, sweeping Mission Valley, south of Polson, is bordered by the rugged, snow-capped Mission Mountains. At the foot of the mountains is Flathead Lake. Flathead Lake is the largest natural freshwater lake in the United States, west of the Mississippi River. Studies at the Flathead Biological Station show that water quality in Flathead Lake is among the best in the world. The Flathead River flows through Polson and features the Seli’š Ksanka Qlispe’, formerly Kerr Dam. The dam is located at the outlet of Flathead Lake in Polson.

Visitors can see large herds of bison, elk, deer, antelope, and barn sheep just south of Polson at the National Bison Range at Moiese. Bird watchers will enjoy the Ninepipes and Pablo Wildlife Refuges. Visit one of our museums, The Miracle of America, the Polson-Flathead Historical Museum, or the Peoples Center in Pablo. All offer many displays and historic memorabilia. Polson also has several city parks along the lake and the beautiful Polson Golf Course.

Cover photo by David W. King