I have yet to camp nor stayed the night at any lodges inside the park, but that’s still on my bucket list to do for next time. Also, check out Lake McDonald Lodge, walk to the waterfront, book a boat tour, stay the night at the lodge, and grab a bite and a beer. You can even rent bear spray, and the Apgar campground is there. They’re the two main areas popular for food, gift shops with tons of things to do like kayak, canoe, and biking rental. Best Areas for Food and LodgingĪssuming you’re coming from the West side of the park, I’d recommend staying at the lower end of Lake McDonald, Apgar Village, or West Glacier entrance. We did get to drive the Going-to-the-sun road and hiked two trails from Logan pass parking lot, so that was super cool. Our second visit was in early September, and the Manny Glacier area was closed due to construction. I visited the park in early July of 2020, and east sections from Logan Pass including the entire Going-to-the-Sun road was closed due to snow. Always stop at a visitor center or ask a ranger for any questions you might have before heading out.Īugust is the most perfect month to visit Glacier National Park. Learn about glaciers in Glacier National Park (because they’re cool!)ħ. Read up about bear safety, don’t leave food out or hike alone, and always carry bear spray.ĥ. Animals are active year-round, especially in the fall, so always stay alert and watch out for wildlife along the roads. Park staff might close or restrict vehicle access temporarily, so make sure to have a plan B and be patient as they will reopen the road back up.Ĥ. My tip is to arrive as early as 6 – 7 am or 3 -4 pm. What to do? Peak season is from May to September. Parking areas near popular spots like Logan Pass and Avalanche Creek can get filled up at around 8 – 9 am. Pack extra layers regardless of what season you’re visiting Glacier National Park and avoid getting wet.Ģ. Even on a warm summer day, do bring rain gear and extra layers of clothing. Weather in the park varies and can be extreme. Top tips you should know before visiting the park:ġ. It’s part of the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park and managed by National Park Service.
Glacier National Park is a 1,583 square mile wilderness area in the Rocky Mountains, northwestern Montana.
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