Rocky Point, Montana — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Rocky Point, Lake County.
| City | Rocky Point |
| State | Montana (MT) |
| County | Lake |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Denver) |
| Latitude | 47.73494 |
| Longitude | -114.179562 |
| Population | 151 |
| Density | 80.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
Rocky Point is a locality in Lake County, Montana, United States. It is a small community with a population of 151. The population density is 80.7 people per km². Rocky Point is located at 47.7349°N, 114.1796°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 59860.
Rocky Point unfolds as a quiet sentinel on the western edge of Flathead Lake, its shores a meeting of weathered granite and the cool, clear embrace of the water. It lies 32.4 miles south of Kalispell, MT (from Kalispell, MT: bearing 169°T), and is situated 3.0 miles north-north-west of Polson. The land here rises in gentle, pine-clad slopes that cradle small, sun-dappled clearings, offering glimpses of distant, snow-dusted peaks that punctuate the horizon. The air, especially in the early morning, carries the crisp, clean scent of evergreen needles and damp earth, a perfume that lulls the senses. Evenings often bring a soft, diffused light, painting the water in shades of lavender and rose, and casting long, dancing shadows that stretch from the ancient cedars down to the pebbled shore. The character of Rocky Point is one of quiet resilience, a place where the wildness of the Montana landscape feels both present and accessible. The history of Rocky Point is as layered as the sedimentary rock formations that give the area its name, a testament to the enduring allure of this lakeside haven. For generations, this stretch of shoreline was a vital gathering place, its bounty drawing indigenous peoples and later, early settlers drawn by the promise of timber and fertile land. The local economy, while now more diversified, still holds echoes of its past, with a strong connection to the natural resources that surround it. Recreational boating and fishing remain central, drawing visitors who appreciate the pristine beauty of Flathead Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi River. While not a hub of grand institutions, Rocky Point nurtures a distinct sense of place, a quiet community that values its connection to the land and the unhurried rhythm of lakeside life.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Rocky Point, Montana with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Rocky Point and Lake County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Rocky Point is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Rocky Point is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |