Glacier National Park

Sunset on the mountains at the head of Lake McDonald
A showcase of melting glaciers, alpine meadows, carved valleys, and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a paradise for adventurous visitors seeking a landscape steeped in human culture. Relive the days of old through historic chalets, lodges, and the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Map showing location of park.
Glacier National Park Announces 2026 Summer Operations
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [February 18, 2026] – Glacier National Park today announced it will pilot a ticketed shuttle system to Logan Pass in summer 2026, including early morning express routes. Beginning July 1, weather permitting, private vehicle parking at Logan Pass will be limited to three hours. Vehicle reservations will not be required anywhere in the park in 2026.
2026 Construction Updates in Glacier National Park
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [February 12, 2026] – Glacier National Park reminds visitors of current and upcoming construction projects happening in the park.
Concessioner Selected to Provide Backcountry Lodging in Glacier National Park
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [January 5, 2026] – The National Park Service has selected Belton Chalets, Inc. to provide backcountry lodging, food and beverage, and other services at Glacier National Park under concession contract CC-GLAC004-26. The new contract will begin on Jan. 1, 2026, and has a term of 10 years.
Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park Hosting Science and History Days September 24 and September 29, 2025
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [September 16, 2025] – Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park invites the public to join its 22nd Annual Science and History Day in two separate events this September.
Multiple Utility Projects Construction Update
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [September 10, 2025] – Glacier National Park reminds visitors of the Two Medicine Road closure that begins this fall and announces updates on other construction projects happening throughout the park.
Large mountains dotted with snow loom above a rocky meadow filled with yellow flowers.
Photo by NPS Photo
A double waterfall blurs over layered rocks.
Photo by NPS Photo
Looking down into the lobby of the Lake McDonald Lodge from the balcony
Photo by NPS Photo / Jacob W. Frank
Clouds of orange and red sit above dark-gray mountains; snow dots the mountain peaks.
Photo by NPS Photo
A small, brown and white structure sits on a rocky top with mountain peaks in the distance.
Photo by NPS Photo
Jagged peaks rise out of a forested valley and an empty road curves off into the distance.
Photo by NPS Photo
Silhouetted mountains and flowers against a night sky filled with stars and a milky band of light.
Photo by NPS Photo