Glacier National Park
Montana, USA
Glacier National Park located in Montana was established in 1910. Characterized by its northern rocky mountain subalpine climate, the park features signature highlights such as 50-mile Going-to-the-Sun Road engineering feat, Over 700 miles of wilderness hiking trails, Highline Trail and Grinnell Glacier alpine routes. Entry fee: $35 per vehicle; vehicle reservations required for Going-to-the-Sun Road corridors during summer.. Best time to visit: July and August when Going-to-the-Sun Road is fully plowed and high-altitude trails are free of snow..
Park Ecology & Landscape
Preserving over one million acres of glaciated Rocky Mountain wilderness on the Canadian border, Glacier National Park is celebrated for its hanging valleys, glacial cirques, and turquoise alpine lakes fed by melting ice. The 50-mile Going-to-the-Sun Road crosses the Continental Divide at Logan Pass (6,646 ft), offering access to the Highline Trail and Grinnell Glacier. The park is home to abundant wildlife, including grizzly bears, Canada lynx, bighorn sheep, and mountain goats.
Key Natural Highlights
- 50-mile Going-to-the-Sun Road engineering feat
- Over 700 miles of wilderness hiking trails
- Highline Trail and Grinnell Glacier alpine routes
- Thriving grizzly bear and mountain goat populations
Explore Verified Trails in Glacier National Park
View detailed elevation maps and required permits.
Planning & Permits
July and August when Going-to-the-Sun Road is fully plowed and high-altitude trails are free of snow.
$35 per vehicle; vehicle reservations required for Going-to-the-Sun Road corridors during summer.
Backcountry camping permits required for all overnight wilderness bivouacs.