Established: Glacier National Park was created in 1910. Waterton Lakes National Park was first called Waterton Lakes Forest Park when it was created in 1895.  Land Area: Glacier is comprised of 1,600 square miles. Waterton measures 195 square miles. Lowest and Highest Elevations: Glacier's lowest elevation is 3,150 feet at the ...

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 available from late May to mid-September. Entrance Fees Glacier: An entrance fee of $25 is required and is valid for seven days; ...

In 1932, international cooperation between the Rotary Club members of Montana and Alberta convinced the United States and Canada to join Waterton Lakes and Glacier national parks as a symbol of their longtime friendship. In recognition of this historic agreement, the parks were designated Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. In 1995, ...