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It can be a little overwhelming—albeit exciting—to wrap your head around how you might spend your time exploring our 1-million-acre park, whether you’re looking for an hours-long guided trip or a multiday excursion. From driving the Going-to-the-Sun Road in the summer to snowshoeing along the shores of Lake McDonald in the winter, the park’s four distinct seasons provide endless possibilities. Here are some suggested itineraries to help you along. Happy travels.

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Which season would you like to visit Glacier National Park and for how many days?

Spring (May + June)

One Day

Two Days

Three Days

Note: The west side of the Going-to-the-Sun Road is closed to all activities due to construction until May 15, 2023, from the four-way intersection at Apgar to Logan Pass. There is NO hiker, biker, skier or snowshoer access on the west side of the Going-to-the-Sun Road this winter. Please recreate responsibly by adhering to road closure signage. Activities permitted in the park during winter will be allowed in Apgar and on the east side of the Going-to-the-Sun Road only.

May 26 — September 10, 2023 Without a Vehicle Reservation

One Day

Two Days

Three Days

Summer (July + August)

One Day

Two Days

Three Days

Note: Between May 26 and September 10, 2023, a vehicle reservation is required for four areas of the park: the Going-to-the-Sun Road, the North Fork, Two Medicine, and Many Glacier. Each location has unique details and requires a separate reservation. The reservation period is 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Fall (September + October)

One Day

Two Days

Three Days

Note: Between May 26 and September 10, 2023, a vehicle reservation is required for four areas of the park: the Going-to-the-Sun Road, the North Fork, Two Medicine, and Many Glacier. Each location has unique details and requires a separate reservation. The reservation period is 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Winter (November - April)

One Day

Two Days

Three Days

Note: The west side of the Going-to-the-Sun Road is closed to all activities due to construction until May 15, 2023, from the four-way intersection at Apgar to Logan Pass. There is NO hiker, biker, skier or snowshoer access on the west side of the Going-to-the-Sun Road this winter. Please recreate responsibly by adhering to road closure signage. Activities permitted in the park during winter will be allowed in Apgar and on the east side of the Going-to-the-Sun Road only.

May 27 — September 11 Without a Vehicle Reservation

One Day

Two Days

Three Days

Summer (July + August)

One Day

Two Days

Three Days

Note: Between May 26 and September 10, 2023, a vehicle reservation is required for four areas of the park: the Going-to-the-Sun Road, the North Fork, Two Medicine, and Many Glacier. Each location has unique details and requires a separate reservation. The reservation period is 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Fall (September + October)

One Day

Two Days

Three Days

Note: Between May 26 and September 10, 2023, a vehicle reservation is required for four areas of the park: the Going-to-the-Sun Road, the North Fork, Two Medicine, and Many Glacier. Each location has unique details and requires a separate reservation. The reservation period is 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily.

Winter (November - April)

One Day

Two Days

Three Days

Recreate Responsibly Plan Ahead, Play it Safe, and Leave No Trace.
News from Glacier National Park Currently, 50 miles of the Going-to-the-Sun Road are open for travel.

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