Category: Glacier National Park

Road trips are often equated with summertime, or at least with the warmer months (and by warmer we mean no threat of snowy road conditions). But here’s the thing: we recreate outdoors all year here in Western Montana, so we’re always on the road driving from one ski hill, Nordic paradise or snowmobile trail to another, and we’re here to tell you this—the winter panoramas from the pavement here are pretty magical, and the stops along the way are, too. 

Western Montana is gorgeous, and is undoubtedly a vacation all its own, but on the 150th anniversary of Canadian Parks we know you might want to scoot across the border for free park entry. The locals refer to Waterton Lakes National Park as “where the mountains meet the prairies” and Glacier National Park as “the backbone of the world.” These majestic lands have inspired many writers and world travelers, and will certainly inspire you too. From Glacier’s Going-to-the-Sun Road to Waterton’s Red Rock Canyon, you’ll be glad you decided on a two-nation vacation.

Hiking in Glacier National Park offers an opportunity to experience some of the most iconic landscapes in Western Montana, and the Avalanche Lake Trail remains one of the park’s most popular routes. The trail leads hikers through a lush, old-growth forest and along clear, rushing water before arriving at a glacier-fed lake framed by steep […]

Around these parts, it’s no secret that spring is one of our favorite seasons. Don’t get us wrong, we’ll never stop loving our heavenly summers and epic winter wonderlands, but there is something magical about the color changes and uncrowded roads that makes us long for shoulder seasons. One of the most unforgettable experiences Glacier National Park has to offer is biking the Going-to-the-Sun Road. This ride is truly special in the springtime when it’s only open to non-vehicular traffic, giving you and fellow riders the run of the road.

Part One of this series highlighted several favorite trails in the southern portion of Western Montana, including routes throughout the Seeley Swan Valley and the Bitterroot Valley. In this post, we continue the journey north, exploring trails near State Highway 200, the Jewel Basin, Tobacco Valley and Glacier National Park. Here are a few reminders […]

Winter in Western Montana brings deep snow, quiet forests and an open invitation to explore the region’s remarkable backcountry. For those seeking untouched alpine terrain, the mountains here offer opportunities for experienced skiers. To help you 1. CONSIDER A GUIDED CAT-SKIING EXPERIENCE For high-elevation adventure paired with expert guidance, Great Northern Powder Guides near Whitefish […]

Each spring in Western Montana, a remarkable transformation begins in Glacier National Park. As winter’s deep snowpack starts to give way to longer days and warming temperatures, dedicated park crews set out on a very unique annual task—plowing the Going-to-the-Sun Road. This iconic 50-mile route, which crosses the Continental Divide at Logan Pass, remains buried […]

Traveling the Going-to-the-Sun Road is one of Glacier National Park’s most unforgettable experiences. Winding for 50 miles through the heart of the park, this National Historic Landmark offers views of glacial-carved peaks, alpine meadows, cascading waterfalls and pristine mountain lakes. While visitors can drive the road themselves, one of the most memorable—and relaxing—ways to explore […]