You'd be hard pressed to say anything about GTSR aside from "unmatched views of beautiful meadows,…read moremassive mountains, gorgeous valleys, and the occasional waterfall." The road is only open 3-4 months out of the year in summer once the snow has been cleared and it can become closed again if it snows late in the season (that happened this year in 2025), so bear that in mind when planning your trip. That said, it is absolutely worth at least one trip in everyone's life as far as I'm concerned to make the drive along this famous road. It is absolutely stunning, every lookout point is an incredible photo op, and even the visitor centers are in the most stunning, picturesque locations so even if you can't hike any tough trails, you can see some absolutely incredible parts of this park without even leaving the car (although would strongly recommend getting out for hikes if you are physically able - you miss a lot of other grandeur if you don't ). If very afraid of heights be aware the road is kinda narrow and the drop offs can look kinda steep. But there are barriers all along the road, rest assured about that. Overall - this is without a doubt one of the most beautiful drives and parks I've ever been in, period. STRONGLY rec a visit.

Definitely a highlight of any trip to Glacier National Park. The cool thing is you can do it…read moreseveral times and it will likely yield different views each time. We did it three times over 4 days and saw different things each time. Between 7am to 3pm you must have a timed entry reservation. The parking spots fill up fast so you might need to go several times just so you can head to where you want to go first thing. Then hit less popular areas after. Or don't drive and take the shuttles.

Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful places I've ever visited. The scenery is unreal,…read moreespecially along Going-to-the-Sun Road. For the best experience, definitely get there early and allow plenty of extra time for activities if you're staying outside the park, as traffic can become heavy, especially along Going-to-the-Sun Road. If you're new to the park, I also recommend booking one of the Red Bus Tours. It was a great way to experience the park without the stress of driving or parking, and the guide was very knowledgeable. The Apgar Visitor Center staff were also very helpful and gave great recommendations and information for navigating the park. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience and somewhere I would absolutely visit again.

"In string theory, all particles are vibrations on a tiny rubber band; physics is the harmonies on…read morethe string; chemistry is the melodies we play on vibrating strings; the universe is a symphony of strings, and the 'Mind of God' is cosmic music resonating in 11-dimensional hyperspace." Yeah... I repeated that for a while dragging myself up one of Glacier's long, soul-crushingly gorgeous hikes. The views? Unreal. The vibe? Humbling. The legs? Suffering. This park makes you feel small in the best possible way, like the universe is laughing with you, not at you. Sadly, no bear sightings (which honestly feels like Glacier's version of a refund). But I did snag a sweater at the visitor center, staff were so kind I half expected them to adopt me. And let's be real: you'll probably run into a crew of hot Canadians wandering over the border like it's no big deal. Glacier has everything, cosmic philosophy, scenery that'll fry your brain circuits, kind staff, and bonus eye candy from the north. 11/10, would string-theory again.

This is an average trail, 1hr 30 mins two way. View is…read morefantastic. You can also see mountain goats if you are lucky. Beautiful mountain flowers and glacier view.

About 2.5 miles round trip. It's not particularly difficult. The view at the end is incredible. The…read moreparking lot at the Logan pass visitor's center is very very crowded. I've never seen a more jammed up parking lot in my life. Either get there very very early or take a shuttle to avoid frustration. We actually parked in the 30 minute parking and were fine after a hour half. This is after circling the parking lot for 45 minute We saw a bunch of wildlife including Big Horned Sheep on the way.

Now this is what you come to GNP for. Beautiful trail, picturesque surroundings, amazing wildlife,…read morewater streams and small falls, I can go on and on. This place is the closest to Switzerland we've been to outside of Switzerland itself. A must visit, especially if you live in the weste

This is the most beautiful of all the national park visitor centers I have been to so far (and I…read morehave been to several!). It lies right at the trailhead for hidden lake overlook and the highline (across the street), which are two of the most famous hikes in the park. The visitor center has a nice big parking lot but during the busy season (summer) it will nonetheless fill VERY fast so come early to make sure you get a spot if you're planning to hike any of those trails! The visitor center has one set of bathrooms WITHOUT running water, although they do have a water refill station. There is a sizable gift shop there and some education resources. Plus, there is a wheelchair accessible walking trail right behind the center just before the start of the hidden lake trail that is really lovely, you can see lots of wildflowers and sometimes animals hang out over there (we saw a very cute deer chillin in the grass, and the clerk said there were some deer and even a bear out there the other day). Overall - Logan pass is a great place to get your stamps, your gift shop items, and fill your water before setting off on the trails. The parking lot is big but parking will still be limited bc of the number of visitors.

Magnificent natural beauty. Lakes, streams, and mountains of majesty surrounding a valley. Bike…read moretrails, picnic areas, and scenic turn offs abound. Came through yesterday, and admission was free. Saw there's a golf course as well. Small town of Waterton with a RV campground, stores and restaurants.

A great park with variety and views right where the Canadian Rockies hit the plains. Good hikes…read moreavailable of all kinds. I was surprised to see a substantial town essentially inside a national park, but it does provide a convenient mix of services including decent restaurants. Especially after the intense crowds of Glacier, this felt like a relief, though you still won't find solitude on the popular trails.

Located in the West Glacier Village, this Alberta Visitor center is a mini-museum of sorts. They…read morehave full size set of T-Rex bones set up in the lobby and some various taxidermy animals of the area. The center includes some hands on fossil find tables for the kids and history of the area. We asked how it was they had an Alberta Visitor center in Montana GNP and the girl at the counter told us since it is a dual national park, they set the visitor center to represent Canada. They will help you plan your trip to Canada and have plenty of maps and brochures to get you going on your way. Since we are going back to Oregon via Calgary, they were more than happy to chart a course for us and point out many things we might like to see on the way. I would highly recommend stopping in, if for nothing else, checking out the exhibits they have. Also, they have nice restrooms, you can use before going into the park.

REDROCK FALLS can be reached by a trail that starts at the parking lot by Swiftcurrent Inn. The…read moretrail is 2 miles, each way. On the way, you can see strange trees where the trunk has a U-shape, and where the U-shape occurs at about five feet above the ground. I posted two photographs of these strange trees, where each has the U-shape in the tree trunk. During the hike, and also at Redrock Falls, you can see Mount Grinnell, which is south of the trail, and Mount Wilbur, which is north of the trail. Redrock Falls is actually a series of small cascades, and it is not comparable to the iconic Yosemite Falls in California, or to the drop-dead gorgeous North Falls at Silver Falls State Park in Oregon. During my family's hike, I was treated to a "dance-of-the-clouds" where the wind-blown movements of the clouds resulted in intermittent illumination of various regions of Mount Grinnell and of Mount Wilbur. Your hike to Redrock Falls will provide motivation to learn about the Grinnell Formation. Grinnell formation is colored red, and it consists of something called, "shaly argillites. The shaly argillites lies on top of something called the "Appekunny." Mingled with the red argillites are thin white layers of quartzite, a former sandstone which has been converted by pressure into an extraordinarily hard, dense rock. The red color is due to iron oxide occurring as a cement between the sand and mud grains (info from, The Geologic Story of Glacier National Park, Special Bulletin No. 3, Glacier Natural History Association). PHOTOGRAPHS. Please click on each of my photographs so that you can see the entire image. VISITOR CENTERS. Glacier National Park has several visitor centers. This is a warning. If you fail to buy at least fifty dollars worth of souvenirs during your visit to Glacier National Park, you will regret it for many years. Your regret will build up more and more, with every passing decade. What I recommend most, is buying the model of the red bus that is used for transporting tourists up and down Going-To-The-Sun Road. What I also recommend is buying a plush moose. The word "plush" is used to refer to toy animals such as birds and dogs that are made of soft fluffy cloth.

If you're looking for a slice of Montana magic with a great panoramic views, Lone Star State Park…read moreis the place to be! Nestled in the heart of Montana's rugged beauty, this park offers stunning views, peaceful picnic spots, and some cool hikes to keep your spirit wild. Whether you're hiking along scenic trails, fishing in the tranquil waters, or just soaking up the sunshine, Lone Star State Park has that perfect mix of chill and thrill. Plus, the sunsets here are so breathtaking, you'll want to grab your camera! A true Montana treasure is their museum with grizzly bear and a thrill for children and parents alike where you can develop a better appreciation for the local flora and species. The staff was also very helpful.

Beautiful trails, stunning views and you could see the entire horizon and the rest of the state.read more

Full disclosure - I only hiked like 5 mins of this trail, but that's because it was closed for the…read morewinter still despite being Sunday June 29! The trail actually opened in full that Wednesday, so I came just slightly too early. That said, I hiked the loop trail up to the intersection of the highline trail, and walked along to near glacier junction. You can see the continuation of the trail in the distance and it is obviously a gorgeous trail - and quite challenging given the distance, although I'm told the incline is actually fairly gradual. Overall: I'm planning a trip back to glacier next summer a little bit later specifically to do this trail out to grinnell glacier overlook along the garden wall. My trip along the loop was absolutely stunning, so I want to make it out to granite peak chalet again another way. And while it likely won't come as a surprise to anyone planning to hike this trail, do bear in mind the warnings about safety including taking enough water/food, bear spray, and ideally going with someone else (particularly given doing this trail takes pretty much all day).

Difficult but great trail. We did the 3.5 mile each way stretch starting at Logan Pass and ending…read moreat Haystack pass, where we stopped for a picnic lunch. Lots of people made it more difficult, but the reviews were amazing. We even saw our first marmots too. I'd highly recommend this one while at Glacier.

Triple Divide Coffee was great! Went there everyday, the employees were so friendly. We stayed in…read morethe main lodge and had a beautiful view of the mountains and a lovely creek behind our room.

Stopped for lunch and I was pleasantly surprised the nice menu. I hade a truffle burger with my…read moreside the bison chili; both were good. It was a chilly day (Sept 21) with snow in the mts so the spicy chili was perfect! Hubby got their chicken salad on ciabatta and he liked it. Service was good and you felt like you were in a mountain lodge!