Glacier National Park

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Glacier National Park

Glacier preserves over 1,000,000 acres of forests, alpine meadows, and lakes. Its diverse habitats are home to over 70 species of mammals and over 260 species of birds. The spectacular glaciated landscape is a hikers paradise containing 700 miles of maintained trails that lead deep into one of the largest intact ecosystems in the lower 48 states. The park contains over 350 structures listed on the National Register of Historic Sites and six National Historic Landmarks. In 1932 Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Park, in Canada, were designated Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. This designation celebrates the longstanding peace and friendship between our two nations. Glacier and Waterton Lakes have both been designated as Biosphere Reserves and together were recognized, in 1995, as a World Heritage Site.

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In A Nutshell Glacier and Waterton Lakes national parks are open daily, year-round. Glacier's visitor services, including hotels, tours and restaurants, are available from late May through September. Most Waterton services are...read more

Just For Kids Glacier and Waterton are teeming with activities for children of all ages. Here are some ideas to make their time in the parks even more memorable. Become a Junior Ranger Several...read more

Leave No Trace Leave No Trace is a national program that promotes and inspires responsible outdoor recreation and stewardship of America's public lands. The National Park Service is a cooperating partner in...read more

Lodging & Dining LODGING Architects took the mountains' majesty to heart when they designed the historic hotels and lodges in Glacier and Waterton Lakes national parks. Glacier Park, Inc. (GPI) owns and operates Prince...read more

Montana's American Indians Consider taking a guided tour of a reservation to learn more about Montana's American Indians. For example, tours offered by Blackfeet Historical Tours go to old bison...read more

Oh, Ranger! On my first visit to Glacier, I was amazed by the wild character of the park. I read wayside exhibits along the road, studied the guides, and then lived...read more

Park Regulations Enjoy a safe visit and help protect the natural features by following these park regulations. Litter Pack out all you pack in. Properly dispose of garbage so animals can't get it....read more

Preserving The Parks Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park was recently recognized as a Biosphere Reserve and, in 1995, designated again as the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park World Heritage Site. This lofty title...read more

Sights To See Glacier and Waterton Lakes national parks are a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, but you don't have to be a trail-pounding athlete to enjoy their features. You can choose to...read more

Walking & Hiking The parks are best experienced on foot. Only on the trail can you truly respect the mountains for their beauty and power. Whether you're a beginner or an expert,...read more