Glacier National park is in Northern Montana, USA, along the Canadian border. It is established in 1910 and is one of the oldest national parks in the U.S, it is over 1 million acres parts of two mountain ranges and 130 lakes and is famous as the crown of the continent.
Here are some facts and tourist attractions in Glacier National park –
1. Glacier National park is home to grizzly bears, mountain goats, moose, wolves, and over 260 bird species, it has only 25 glaciers remaining due to climate change.
2. Glacier Famous Drive going to the Sun Road a scenic 50-mile route crossing the Continental Divide.
3. Hiking over 700 miles of famous trails like Highline Trail and Grinnell Glacier Trail.
4. Lake McDonald is stunning, clear lake with colorful pebbles.
5. St Mary Lake Known for Wild Goose Island and sunrise views.
6. There are historic lodges like Many Glacier Hotel and Lake McDonald Lodge.
7. It is part of the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park with Canada World Heritage Site and Biosphere Reserve.
Best Time to Visit in Glacier National park is from
July–September warm weather, full trail access, Going-to-the-Sun Road fully open.
June snow melting, waterfalls at their best
October–May fewer crowds, but many areas closed due to snow.
Activities
🪂Hiking over 700 miles of trails
🗺️Scenic drives and photography
🐻🫎🦙Wildlife watching bears, moose, mountain goats
🚣🚤Kayaking and boating on the lakes
⛺🏕️Camping or staying at historic lodges.