Dear Bob and Sue: A National Parks Podcast

#162: Glacier National Park Planning Guide


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Glacier National Park is considered the “crown of the continent” because of its pristine beauty, rugged wilderness, and magnificent wildlife. While the park is open all year, summer is the primetime for visitors. However, the window to visit while the park is relatively snow-free and the main roads are open is narrow.

With a limited number of days to experience all the park offers, competition for lodging and activity reservations is keen. In this episode, we give an overview of what you need to know to plan a summer trip to the park and offer tips to provide you with the best chance at being prepared once you get there.

We talk about the various areas of the park, details about the Going-To-the-Sun Road, the park’s free shuttle, popular trails, lodging options inside and outside the park, campsites, and more.

Here are a few links related to this episode:

  • Glacier National Park’s webpage regarding the free shuttle system
  • Glacier National Park’s webpage about the historic lodges and chalets
  • Granite Park Chalet’s website
  • Sperry Chalet’s website
  • Learn more about boat tours in the park at Glacier Park Boat Company
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