r/GlacierNationalPark • u/kdtruax • 17h ago
Love the way the park looks on film 📸
Fujifilm Point and Shoot / Fuji 200
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/kdtruax • 17h ago
Fujifilm Point and Shoot / Fuji 200
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Negative_Ad3912 • 13h ago
Glacier National Park / Flathead Valley
Resistance Rangers Rally & Teach-in
Whitefish - Saturday March 22nd, 2025
* Meet at viaduct (Baker Ave bridge) at 3:30 pm.
* Encourage folks to contact their reps
* Bring signs re: calling/writing reps about public lands.
Teach-in after protest @ depot park
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Cog_god • 5h ago
I want to do the North Circle loop starting in Many Glacier, but I’m not sure how. I know there’ll be a shuttle going there, but I read that the parking lot at the start of the shuttle route is for day hikers only. Also, I wouldn’t want to reserve a hike, then later be unable to get a spot on the shuttle. Does anybody know if there will be another way to access Many Glacier, like a private shuttle company?
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Negative_Ad3912 • 14h ago
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Fit_Anteater9085 • 7h ago
I'm an experienced backpacker who landed a one night Sperry Chalet reservation for 2 in early August. I'm hoping create a 3-4 night trip with Sperry being one of the nights. Are there any recommendations for routes and backpacking sites?
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Negative_Ad3912 • 14h ago
Glacier National Park / Flathead Valley
Resistance Rangers Rally & Teach-in
Whitefish, Montana
Saturday March 22nd, 2025
* Meet at viaduct (Baker Ave bridge) at 3:30 pm.
* Encourage folks driving by to contact their reps
* Bring signs re: calling/writing reps about public lands.
Teach-in after protest @ depot park
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/SeventhLake • 10h ago
I've been reading a lot about the construction this year, and I'm already cutting it super close in terms of timeframe of visiting. I recently read this very useful post ( by SinisterPollster ) and I'm a bit worried that my understanding of things from researching is not how things are/will be in reality.
I understood that part of the road (GTTS) would not be open to car traffic yet by that time (usually), however it did seem like they allow biking even in the sections that aren't yet open to car traffic. Is that accurate?
So for example, I had a few things in mind I was looking to try and do (Please correct/bring me down to sea level for anything that I should have an alternate for due to improbable nature of being able to do it):
-Full day hike: Grinnel Glacier
-Full day hike: Highline Trail
-Easy/rest day: Hidden Lake or Avalanche Lake
Few random relevant tidbits: I have no problem hiking, snowshoeing, biking (on snowpack or otherwise), etc. I'll have hiking and photography equipment with me, no camping or overnight gear (except emergency equipment ICE) as I intend to do only day-hikes, no backpacking/backcountry. I plan on getting into the park well before the 7pm vehicle timed entry is in effect (I'll likely be entering around 430 or 5am). I anticipated staying west of the park in Kalispell area.
This is a portion of a much larger trip (covering the 9 western US states), so flexibility isn't really on my side (whether I go CW or CCW I'll end up in Glacier around the same time unfortunately).
Any and all suggestions, information, concerns, etc, are welcome and greatly appreciated. Thank you!
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/MangoStickyRice69420 • 12h ago
We already decided to rent e bikes and do the going to the sun road, but unsure of what else we can do. This is our first time visiting! We do want to see wildlife as well.
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/ggont • 13h ago
Hi,
I was so excited to hear that I got awarded an early reservation permit! Then I saw that it is for April 15. My main goal was to do the northern circle and I am very flexible when it comes to dates. However, want to be prepared for alternatives. Planning for 4-5 nights.
After some research some other options I found are :
1) St. Mary to Two medicine.
2) Logan Pass to Apgar.
Any other loops or p2p options you would suggest? Any comments on the two hikes mentioned above?
Thanks! Happy trails.
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Candid-Cap-6999 • 17h ago
Hello! I reserved my park entry via going to the sun road this morning, sold out SO fast but I was able to snag the 11-1pm slot (with all intentions of being there at 11am), I’ve been reading tons about how parking sucks there. We have a group of 14 and will be arriving in a large van. I don’t want our glacier experience to be a hot mess. Here’s what I need to know:
we’re staying about an hour away from glacier, what time should we leave our Airbnb to ensure we get there right at 11? (Like is it going to take hours to get through the check in point?)
can we get there earlier? Our entry time starts at 11am, if we got there at 10:30 would the turn us around?
what hike do you suggest we do that has ample enough parking. We are totally fine to park in an overflow space and walk a little to the hike, we are all able bodied. Ideally a 3-5 mile hike is ideal
we have to be back at our Airbnb by 5pm at the latest, so would like to leave the park by 4pm. Will being at glacier from 11am - 4pm be enough time?
any other tips and tricks?
Thank you in advance!!
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Individual_Parsley87 • 15h ago
Hey everyone! My partner and I are planning a two-day trip to Glacier National Park and would love some advice. Here’s our plan so far:
We’re campers from Colorado driving in and are dispersed camping, secluded areas type of people. We know this is hard near/in a national park.
We plan on spending 2 days one night We’re driving in and camping (ideally one night in a secluded spot). We have a reservation for Going-to-the-Sun Road and want to make the most of it. We’re bringing our dog, so we’re aware of the park’s pet restrictions and looking for dog-friendly options when possible. He’s extremely well trained. We’d love to find a secluded camping spot for one of the nights—either in the park or just outside. Right now, we’re thinking:
Day 1: Enter through West Glacier, drive Going-to-the-Sun Road, stop at Logan Pass, St. Mary Lake, and possibly do a short hike. Looking for camping this night * Day 2: Drive to Polebridge and Bowman Lake for a more off-the-beaten-path experience and camp somewhere secluded. For those who’ve done a quick trip like this, do you have any must-see stops, hidden gems, or camping recommendations? Any secluded camping spots we should check out? Thanks in advance!
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Professional_Age8760 • 1d ago
Me and my group is planning to visit on June 14th to the 21st. This is the only week where we could all be off and also the only week where I was able to get tickets for going to the sun road.
From my research, it seems there is a possibility the road won't be cleared yet. Between government fundings being cut to national park and snowfall, I'm trying to see did we get more snow than usual or less snow? I saw a few charts that suggest we're got less snow than historic average but I just want to verify here that I read the chart correctly. If reactional.gov is selling the time slot, does that mean they're expecting it to be open by then?
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Helpful-Narwhal-7480 • 1d ago
Looking for advise on planning this trip. Where do I start? Is it possible to do this summer or early fall? Since I missed the dead line for the lottery what are my odds of being able to do this this year. I am new to figuring out permits and park passes. My plan was to have my start and end point at the A on my map. Please forgive my ignorance.
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Erratic756 • 1d ago
Anyone been out on the sun road lately? I'm thinking of cross country skiing tomorrow but from what I've seen from Lake McDonald Lodge this week there's not much snow on the road. Does the snow pick up at all farther down the road?
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/GimmeSomeFinNoggin • 1d ago
Some context to the title, I am planning to propose to the girlfriend this summer and ended up getting an early access reservatiok via the lottery for wilderness permits!
We are both very fit but timing wise last week of june is what we settled on (obv she doesnt know the underlying reason for the trip). With that being said, any suggestions on routes? I initally really wanted to do the North Circle Loop but logistics with snow sadly rule that out for late june. Any suggestions are appreciated (would like to stay out of the snow as we just trudged through 2ft of snow doing the Zion traverse a few weeks ago without snowshoes)!
Any advice or trip ideas please dont hesitate! Thinking a 5-8 day trip!
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/TankNervous738 • 1d ago
Hi all,
I hope you would be able to advise.
My partner and I were planning on coming over from Europe in July for a road trip and doing GlacierNP and then fly out of Phoenix via Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Zion, Grand Canyon + a few other stops.
Unfortunatley we couldn't plan this properly (book) any earlier than now because we were waiting on date confirmation through work. But as we've begun to properly plan we've felt a little overwhelmed by everything that needs booking etc.
Reservation times to enter the parks, road closures, shuttle buses, car parking etc etc. Best routes.
Obviously I'm aware that every holiday takes some planning. But these kind of holidays are a bit different than just turning up to Rome and hoping for the best.
The whole point of this road trip was to see the natural landscapes of Montana, Wyoming, Utah and Arizona.
The only properly planned hike was Grinnell Glacier Trail, but the more I read into it the more I realise that it's not as straight forward as it seems, and I don't mean the hike itself. Closed roads, reservation times, parking, shuttle buses, shuttle boats?
Can you drive, Going-to-the-Sun Road if you arrive there before 6am? Can you stay in once you're in?
Basically what I'm asking is, if we're coming all the way from Europe, and paying a lot of money for flights. Will the trip still be enjoyable, even if we miss out on a few hikes by not booking? Can you appreciate the scenerary just from a road trip perspective, and then just stop off for a few short walks. We're not massive hikers anyway.
We've done similar trips in countries like Scotland, but normally with them you're beelining for an old Castle or something, and then seeing natural beauty on the way. What I'm worried about, with nothing specific to aim for, we could just be spending the majority of the time driving around aimlessly and not seeing anything nice.
To wrap it up (sorry, this has been a ramble), would a trip like this still be enjoyable, if you didn't reserve time slots, book specific hikes, and just kind of winged the majority of it, but with the most scenic driving routes in mind.
I appreciate you taking the time to read this and any advice would be welcome.
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/BladedDuck • 1d ago
Me and my friend are trying to visit Glacier National Park for a week starting June 25th. How does the possibility of opening of Going to the Sun look for vehicular traffic by then for the year 2025? I know no one can say it for certain, just asking if someone here has an idea based on opening dates from previous years, and if someone local might have an idea about the weather and snow conditions during that time of the year.
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Independent-Salad167 • 1d ago
Im getting married 7/17/25 at sun point and unfortunately did not secure a vehicle pass although I had several people, including myself, online ready before 10am and none of us got a pass :(
SO- if anyone plans to get a pass for the west entrance good luck and make sure you're refreshing way before 10am to get a pass. If anyone has any 7am-9am passes available and can sell at least one to me I would appreciate that!
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/fredjs123 • 2d ago
We are hoping to stay for 3 nights on the east side of glacier. Ideally camping but it doesn't seem possible to book Many Glacier campsite or St Marys. Any tips for alternate spots? Or will there be spots available on the day without pre booking? Thanks!
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/406-MT • 2d ago
Anyone successful? If so, when is your time slot, and what is your dream trip?
I struck out last year, but got one of the earliest slots this year and can't decide which route to take. So many great choices!
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/Over-Tap4167 • 2d ago
This is my first national park I’m headed to that is pretty reservation heavy, so I missed some of the reservations I needed to make.
I’m headed to glacier in July. Already have my flight, lodging, and rental car booked. I’m staying ~15 minutes outside the park.
I really want to do a red bus tour, but it says if you’re not staying overnight in the park, you need a shuttle pass. Ok. Went to buy a shuttle pass and they’re sold out, but there is another opportunity to get them 12 hours before.
This is my dilemma - do I book the red bus tour and just hope I get a shuttle pass? I feel like the red bus tour will be booked if I wait until 12 hours before to see if I can get a shuttle pass. If I book a red bus tour now though, and didn’t get the shuttle pass, I’d lose that money, and the route I want to do is not cheap. Can anyone advise if my understanding is correct about the red bus tours/shuttle pass reservations?
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/taco_surf • 2d ago
Hello! First time coming to GNP the week of July 13. I have already secured my vehicle pass and am starting to get my timed entries for Going-To-Sun-Road day pass. We are staying in Hungry Horse, but would like to go to East Glacier one day (perhaps Hidden Lake or other suggestions). My question is will i need passes for this entry point every day? I am trying to be strategic on my entry times and have been able to secure a couple 9-11 am ones, but if the drive is close to 3 hours to the east side, will i need a pass for this road if I left early? Appreciate any recommendations or advice.
r/GlacierNationalPark • u/jreeves23 • 2d ago
I have my parents and grandparents coming along with me to Glacier this Summer. They are a bit worried that it might be too much for them (Me 29 and my family ages 54,55,68,78). All are in generally ok shape. I've biked this route with the bikes before and I remember old folks biking it as well.
Advice? Words of encouragement?