Glacier National Park
P.O. Box 128
West Glacier, MT 59936-0128

Phone: 406-888-7800

Overview
With precipitous peaks ranging above 10,000 feet, this ruggedly beautiful land includes nearly 50 glaciers, numerous glacierfed lakes and streams, a wide variety of wildflowers, and wildlife including grizzly bears and gray wolves.

Operating Hours & Seasons
Glacier National Park is open every day of the year. Winter weather however, tends to dictate when most visitor facilities open. Generally from late May to early September, facilities are open to welcome the flush of summer visitors.

Many people enjoy the "off-seasons" as a time when the park is a bit quieter. Late September and October can be spectacular, but visitors will need to be more self relient, as facilities are closing down for the season. Winter provides a carpet of snow that makes for some good cross-country skiing opportunities. Spring tends to arrive late and last a very brief time, but can provide an interesting and quiet experience.

Roads
Plowing on the Going-to-the-Sun Road begins in April. Ten miles of the Going-to-the-Sun Road (from park headquarters at West Glacier to Lake McDonald Lodge) are maintained throughout the winter providing access to winter recreation opportunities at the head of the lake. Due to road rehabilitation, for the next 8-10 years, weather permitting, the entire Going-to-the-Sun Road will be open for public vehicle access from mid-June to mid-September.

Other park roads generally open in May, weather permitting.

Things to Do
Glacier National Park is a destination for two million visitors each year. With many different facilities and attractions in the park, there is something to interest everyone.

The average visitor spends three to four days in the area, although you easily could fill a week with activities in the park. Listed below are some suggestions based on length of stay. Whatever you chose to do, remember to take some time to relax and enjoy your time in the park.

If you have...
One Day

• Drive the Going-to-the-Sun Road.
• Participate in a ranger-led talk or walk.
• Investigate the Discovery Cabin in Apgar Village, where you can learn about plants and animals and how the park manages these resources.

Multiple Days

• Take a backpacking trip deep within Glacier's wild interior.
• Hike through forests and up mountains on over 700 miles of hiking trails.
• Camp at any one of our 13 frontcountry campgrounds.
• Take a boat cruise to learn about geology, park history, and much more.
• Guided Horseback trips are available inside the park. Ride on a horse and explore historic and contemporary routes.
• Tour the Going-to-the-Sun Road in a Red Bus or learn all about the Blackfeet Indian culture in comfortable motor coaches.
• Attend ranger-led walks, talks, hikes, and amphitheater programs throughout your stay. Programs run from early June to early September.