GLACIER NATIONAL PARK
Cascading waterfalls, rapids along the creek, old
cedar/hemlock forests, spectacular peaks, hanging valleys
created by glaciers and awesome alpine meadows full of
wildflowers - all of this and more await you in Glacier National
Park. Referred to as the ‘Switzerland of North America’, Glacier
National Park, with its breathtaking panoramic views and
abundance of wildlife, has much to offer the avid nature and
wildlife enthusiast.
Glacier National Park Lodging
Many Glacier Hotel - Many Glacier Hotel, historical lodge on the
shores of Swift Current Lake - boat tours take guests into a
wilderness wonderland from which they can view living glaciers.
Lake McDonald Lodge & Complex - Located on the Going-to-
the Sun Road, large and small cottages - scenic tours daily to
Going to the Sun Road.
Sperry Chalet - Accessible only by hiking – situated on an
alpine ledge overlooking Lake McDonald and surrounded by
craggy peaks.
Rising Sun Motor Inn - Cottages tucked away in the trees at
Rising Sun Motor Inn & Cottages on the hillside adjacent to St.
Mary Lake – plentiful wildflowers.
Izaak Walton Inn – Located at Essex - voted the best cross-
country ski resort in the Mountain Region, 2003. Named one of
the top 10 cross-country ski resorts in the Rockies by Snow
Country Magazine.
Glacier National Park Activities
A wide variety of recreational activities await you in Glacier
National Park including bicycling, camping, boating, hiking,
fishing, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing,
and sightseeing. Glacier National Park has 13 campgrounds
with over 1000 campsites. Bicycles are restricted to roadways,
bike routes and parking areas.
Rafting – Be thrilled by such rapids as Jaws, Screamin Right
Hand Turn, and C.B.T.I on the Middlefork of the Flathead River.
Kayaking
With certified kayak guides, learn one of the fastest growing
sports in America. Beginning courses are taught on flat water to
build confidence and perfect skills.
Fishing
No license needed to fish in Glacier but certain regulations are
to be followed. The park-fishing season is from the third
Saturday in May to November 30. Glacial fed rivers are some of
the finest fly fishing rivers in Montana.
Going to the Sun Road in Glacier National Park
If you have only one day to spend at Glacier, spend it all on the
Going-to-the-Sun Road, a spectacular 52-mile highway that
bisects Glacier National Park east and west and crosses the
Continental Divide at 6,646-foot-high Logan Pass. Start early in
the morning and drive to the end of the road and then return.
Stop at the various turnouts to take photos and take time for a
few short hikes. Start the day very early at McDonald Lake. Stop
at the Moose Turnout to view early morning moose. Scenery is
awesome in Glacier but if you do not want to go in the snow, it’s
best to take your trip in either July or August. In the fall, winter
and spring some roads are inaccessible by car.
Glacier National Park Weather
Summer daytime temperatures during the months of June,
July, and August average in the 60’s and 70’s. Nighttime
temperatures average in the 40’s. Be prepared for snow to fall
anytime!
Special Activities for Children
Nature with Naturalist
Children ages 6 to 12 can become a Junior Ranger by
completing family activities found in the Junior Ranger
Newspaper available at the park visitor centers. Self-guided
nature trails are perfect for families with children. Take the
children on a ranger-led activity such as hiking, boat trips and
evening slide programs.
Getting to Glacier Park
The International Airport in Kalispell, Montana, 25 miles from
West Glacier, is one of the closest airports. Shuttles are
available at the Kalispell airport. Great Falls, Montana, 200
miles from West Glacier also has an airport.
This very rugged park, dramatically formed by glaciers is for the
backcountry hiker. Wildlife is abundant so don’t be surprised
when you come upon bears and wolves. Before hitting the trail,
get an update on bear activity at the visitor’s center. Most of the
park is a wilderness with only one road crossing the park and it
is open only for a brief time during the summer.
Cascading waterfalls, rapids along the creek, old
cedar/hemlock forests, spectacular peaks, hanging valleys
created by glaciers and awesome alpine meadows full of
wildflowers - all of this and more await you in Glacier National
Park. Referred to as the ‘Switzerland of North America’, Glacier
National Park, with its breathtaking panoramic views and
abundance of wildlife, has much to offer the avid nature and
wildlife enthusiast.
Glacier National Park Lodging
Many Glacier Hotel - Many Glacier Hotel, historical lodge on the
shores of Swift Current Lake - boat tours take guests into a
wilderness wonderland from which they can view living glaciers.
Lake McDonald Lodge & Complex - Located on the Going-to-
the Sun Road, large and small cottages - scenic tours daily to
Going to the Sun Road.
Sperry Chalet - Accessible only by hiking – situated on an
alpine ledge overlooking Lake McDonald and surrounded by
craggy peaks.
Rising Sun Motor Inn - Cottages tucked away in the trees at
Rising Sun Motor Inn & Cottages on the hillside adjacent to St.
Mary Lake – plentiful wildflowers.
Izaak Walton Inn – Located at Essex - voted the best cross-
country ski resort in the Mountain Region, 2003. Named one of
the top 10 cross-country ski resorts in the Rockies by Snow
Country Magazine.
Glacier National Park Activities
A wide variety of recreational activities await you in Glacier
National Park including bicycling, camping, boating, hiking,
fishing, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing,
and sightseeing. Glacier National Park has 13 campgrounds
with over 1000 campsites. Bicycles are restricted to roadways,
bike routes and parking areas.
Rafting – Be thrilled by such rapids as Jaws, Screamin Right
Hand Turn, and C.B.T.I on the Middlefork of the Flathead River.
Kayaking
With certified kayak guides, learn one of the fastest growing
sports in America. Beginning courses are taught on flat water to
build confidence and perfect skills.
Fishing
No license needed to fish in Glacier but certain regulations are
to be followed. The park-fishing season is from the third
Saturday in May to November 30. Glacial fed rivers are some of
the finest fly fishing rivers in Montana.
Going to the Sun Road in Glacier National Park
If you have only one day to spend at Glacier, spend it all on the
Going-to-the-Sun Road, a spectacular 52-mile highway that
bisects Glacier National Park east and west and crosses the
Continental Divide at 6,646-foot-high Logan Pass. Start early in
the morning and drive to the end of the road and then return.
Stop at the various turnouts to take photos and take time for a
few short hikes. Start the day very early at McDonald Lake. Stop
at the Moose Turnout to view early morning moose. Scenery is
awesome in Glacier but if you do not want to go in the snow, it’s
best to take your trip in either July or August. In the fall, winter
and spring some roads are inaccessible by car.
Glacier National Park Weather
Summer daytime temperatures during the months of June,
July, and August average in the 60’s and 70’s. Nighttime
temperatures average in the 40’s. Be prepared for snow to fall
anytime!
Special Activities for Children
Nature with Naturalist
Children ages 6 to 12 can become a Junior Ranger by
completing family activities found in the Junior Ranger
Newspaper available at the park visitor centers. Self-guided
nature trails are perfect for families with children. Take the
children on a ranger-led activity such as hiking, boat trips and
evening slide programs.
Getting to Glacier Park
The International Airport in Kalispell, Montana, 25 miles from
West Glacier, is one of the closest airports. Shuttles are
available at the Kalispell airport. Great Falls, Montana, 200
miles from West Glacier also has an airport.
This very rugged park, dramatically formed by glaciers is for the
backcountry hiker. Wildlife is abundant so don’t be surprised
when you come upon bears and wolves. Before hitting the trail,
get an update on bear activity at the visitor’s center. Most of the
park is a wilderness with only one road crossing the park and it
is open only for a brief time during the summer.
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