Glacier National Park
8 campgrounds in the park · 118 nearby · 352 free and dispersed sites within 50 mi
Photo: NPS Photo
2 current alerts
As of Sep 20, 2026 · from nps.gov
- InformationTwo Medicine North Shore Trailhead RerouteIn 2026, Two Medicine's North Shore Trailhead is not accessible due to construction in the Two Medicine Campground. A reroute has been established to access the North Shore Trail but does require a ford (unbridged water crossing). Directional signage is in place marking the reroute. Hikers may also access Twin Falls, Upper Two Medicine Lake, No Name Lake, and Dawson Pass without a ford, by using the South Shore Trail. Note: this adds approximately 1 mile of distance, one-way.
- InformationGoing-to-the-Sun Road is Open for 2026 SeasonThe Going-to-the-Sun Road is fully open for the 2026 summer season. The road may now be accessed by motorized vehicles over Logan Pass from both the West Glacier and St. Mary Entrances.
At a glance
- Entrance
- $35 per vehicle
- Open
- Year-round
- In the park
- 8 campgrounds2 reserve on Recreation.gov
- Near the park
- 118 campgroundsWithin 50 mi
- Free and dispersed
- 352 sitesWithin 50 mi
- Annual pass
- $70Glacier only
Where to camp
Camping in the park 8
- National Park
Apgar Group Sites
In the park · West Glacier, MT
Reserve on Recreation.gov
- National Park
St. Mary Campground
In the park · St. Mary, MT
Reserve on Recreation.gov
Camping near the park 118
- Aerial viewCampground
Rising Sun Campground
13 mi · St. Mary, MT
- Aerial viewRV Park
West Glacier Village Cabins & RV Sites
16 mi · West Glacier, MT
Free and dispersed nearby 352
See them on the map- Snyder LakeWest Glacier, MT4.0 mi
- Arrow LakeWest Glacier, MT4.1 mi
- Camas LakeGlacier National Park, MT5.3 mi
- SperryWest Glacier, MT5.6 mi
- Gunsight LakeSt. Mary, MT5.8 mi
- Lake Ellen WilsonWest Glacier, MT5.9 mi
Services nearby: 1 dump station
About Glacier
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…
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.
Photos: George A. Grant Glacier National Park Archives · Morton J. Elrod. Glacier National Park Archives · NPS Photo
Things to do
- Arts and Culture
- Cultural Demonstrations
- Live Music
- Auto and ATV
- Scenic Driving
- Astronomy
- Biking
- Road Biking
- Boating
Plan your visit
Getting there
Glacier National Park is located in the northwest corner of Montana along the spine of the Rocky Mountains. By car you can access Glacier via Highway 2, which runs along the southern boundary of the park. You can reach…
Weather
Glacier's weather is highly variable and can be extreme. Expect warm, sunny summer days but be ready for any type of conditions. In the winter, temperatures can fall well below freezing and typically the park receives…
Plan your visit
Fees and passes
- Private vehicle$35
- Per person$20
- Motorcycle, 7 days$30
- Nonresident$100
- Glacier annual pass$70
Hours
Glacier National Park is open 24 hours a day 365 days of the year. An entrance fee is required, even when entrance stations are not staffed. Instructions are available at each entrance for self-payment.
Getting there
Glacier National Park is located in the northwest corner of Montana along the spine of the Rocky Mountains. By car you can access Glacier via Highway 2, which runs along the southern boundary of the park. You can reach the east side of the park via Highway 89. The nearest airports are in Kalispell and Great Falls, Montana.
Weather
Glacier's weather is highly variable and can be extreme. Expect warm, sunny summer days but be ready for any type of conditions. In the winter, temperatures can fall well below freezing and typically the park receives considerable amounts of snow. Glacier's geography, straddling the Continental Divide, sets the stage for clashes of two very different climates. Warm, wet Pacific air moves in from the west, and cold, dry Arctic air flows from the northeast. They meet at the Divide.
Camped at Glacier? You could be the first to say which site you'd pick again.
Reviews, photos and cell signal reports from real stays help the next camper choose between Apgar Group Sites, St. Mary Campground and Fish Creek.