![]() ![]() Lodging: There is a variety of lodging options in and around the park, though the prime months of July and August book up quickly, so make reservations as early as possible. Rather than going into great detail here I suggest starting your research at the following pages on the NPS website: The lodges book early and, while there is a mix of reserved, as well as first-come-first-serve campsites, you want to know what to expect. The one common element, regardless of your choice, is the need to plan well in advance of your trip. Whether you plan to stay in one of the grand old lodges, a rustic cabin, a front country campground, or do some backcountry camping, there are plenty of options available. By planning ahead, arriving early, and taking park shuttles when and where available you can hopefully minimize the impact during your visit. ![]() Also, peak visitor times and the best season for road construction typically coincide in many national parks for example a major project in 20 will significantly increase travel times to and from the Many Glacier area during both of those summers. Going-to-the-Sun Road, the only road that fully spans the interior of the park from east to west, typically opens in early July and closes in late October but, I highly recommend checking the Alerts and Current Conditions page on the official NPS website regardless of when you plan to visit as heavy snows and construction often affect the opening and closing dates. While you can visit Glacier any time of year, keep in mind much of the park is inaccessible in the winter, and the season when all the roads are open is relatively short. The tables and chart below will help orient you with the area, and also provide drive times and distances between major areas around the park, as well as to other airports in the region. Also, Kalispell is a large enough city to find any gear and supplies you might need for your adventure at reasonable prices. The closest airport is the aptly named Glacier Park International Airport in Kalispell, Montana, about 30 miles from the western entrance of the park. If you plan to visit Canada bring your passport and do some research so you know what items you are allowed to bring with you going into Canada, as well as returning to the US. ![]() Glacier National Park is located in northwestern Montana and borders Waterton Lakes National Park (Canada) in the southwestern corner of the province of Alberta. It really needs to be experienced in person to be fully comprehended! The vastness of Glacier National Park is incredible! Its beauty is impossible to capture in mere words, and photographs only partially convey the wonders we discovered in this amazing corner of God’s great creation. Morning mountain reflection on the still waters of Swiftcurrent Lake in the Many Glacier area of Glacier National Park. ![]()
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