Glacier National Park in Montana is a stunning wilderness with majestic mountains, pristine lakes, and diverse wildlife. Spanning over a million acres, it offers 700+ miles of trails, scenic drives like Going-to-the-Sun Road, and historic lodges. Known as the "Crown of the Continent," it has 25+ glaciers, though many are shrinking. Visitors can enjoy hiking, camping, wildlife watching, and boat tours, making it a top destination for nature lovers.
🌿 Must-See Attractions:
✅ Going to the Sun Road– A scenic drive through the heart of the park with breathtaking views, including the Continental Divide at Logan Pass, a great spot for wildlife viewing.
✅ Lake McDonald – Relax by the shores of this large, picturesque lake, perfect for kayaking, paddleboarding, and enjoying the surrounding scenery.
✅ Many Glacier Area:
Explore the beautiful Many Glacier area, including Swiftcurrent Lake, with opportunities for hiking, boat tours, and wildlife sightings.
✅ Wildlife Viewing:
Keep an eye out for bears, moose, mountain goats, and other wildlife throughout the park, especially along the roadside and on hiking trails.
✅ Grinnell Glacier Hike:
A challenging but rewarding hike to a stunning glacier with multiple alpine lakes and waterfalls along the way.
Hiking, camping, wildlife watching, fishing, and stargazing.
Things to Do - Glacier National Park (U.S> National Park Service)
The best time to visit Glacier National Park is generally considered to be late June through mid-September
- Going-to-the-Sun Road: Typically opens mid-to-late June and is best accessed during the summer months.
Operating Dates - Glacier National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
The Official NPS App found here
The NPS App is the new official app for the National Park Service with tools to explore more than 400 national parks nationwide. Find interactive maps, tours of park places, on-the-ground accessibility information, and much more to plan your national park adventures before and during your trip.
🔗 Plan Your Trip: NPS.Gov/Glacier
📞 Visitor Center: (406) 888-7800
2025 Free Entrance Days in the National Parks
Come experience the national parks! All National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee will offer free admission to everyone (other fees, including timed entry or reservation fees, may apply). Mark your calendar for these entrance fee-free dates:
- Thursday, January 9 — National Day of Mourning for President James Earl Carter Jr.
- Monday, January 20 — Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Saturday, April 19 —First day of National Park Week
- Thursday, June 19 — Juneteenth
- Monday, August 4 — Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
- Saturday, September 27 — National Public Lands Day
- Tuesday, November 11 — Veterans Day