Glacier National Park Blog Posts - The National Parks Experience

23 Greatest Going-to-the-Sun Road Highlights, Hikes, Overlooks & Scenic Spots

Bram — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 14:16:00 +0000

One of the greatest mountain roads in North America, the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park is a place of natural wonders and engineering marvels. This guide tells you all about the highlights, best stops and scenic spots on the GTTSR, as well as some hiking suggestions and wildlife viewing locations.

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2025 Many Glacier Day Hiker Shuttle Details Released

Bram — Fri, 16 May 2025 20:04:18 +0000

As a construction project restricts vehicle access to Many Glacier this summer, Glacier National Park has set up shuttle service to transport day hikers into this popular area. In a statement, Glacier National Park announced it’s temporarily offering a Many Glacier Day Hiker Shuttle as a way for day hikers to access Many Glacier Valley...

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13 Historic National Park Lodges, Hotels & Resorts for Unforgettable National Park Stays

Bram — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 15:35:00 +0000

Spending a night or two at a historic lodge or hotel is one of the most memorable national park experiences. From Yellowstone's famous Old Faithful Inn to Glacier's iconic Many Glacier Hotel and the rustic Lake Quinault Lodge at Olympic, these are the greatest and grandest lodges in the national parks.

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Biggest Threats to Grizzly Bears (And How You Can Help Protect Them)

Bram — Mon, 04 Nov 2024 21:32:42 +0000

As the unfortunate passing of grizzly 399—known affectionately as the “Queens of the Tetons”—sent shockwaves through the national park/outdoors/wildlife community, this heartbreaking event also has the potential to change things for the better. But only if we act. In the 21st century, grizzly bears in the continental United States continue to face several threats to...

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Section of Highline Trail in Glacier Remains Closed After Bear Bites Hiker

Bram — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 21:37:31 +0000

A section of Highline Trail in Glacier National Park remains closed from Haystack Butte to Granite Park Chalet after a visitor’s encounter with a bear on the morning of September 19. The trail will reopen once park rangers patrolling the area can determined that the bear is no longer in the area. A 35-year-old male...

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Enjoy Spectacular Fall Colors at These 10 U.S. National Parks

Bram — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 14:54:00 +0000

The most colorful of all seasons, fall brings spectacular foliage to national parks all across the United States. From Acadia and Shenandoah in the East to Glacier and Mount Rainier in the West, these are the absolute best national parks to enjoy the warm colors of autumn.

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