Secrets of the rockies and glacier national park by trafalgar. Official glacier national park and waterton lakes map pdf my. Begin life together on a grand scale glacier national. Take time to walk the shore of mendenhall lake to a thundering waterfall or explore forest trails to stunning overlooks. Kalispell, montana glacier park international airport.
Brochures and publications glacier national park u. Use this down time to start planning your next spectacular road trip to glacier national park. Yosemite national park is located in east central california, 5 miles southeast of sacramento. The facility also has a 12 bed domiciliary for those not needing nursing care. You can also browse the bestselling glacier maps and guidebooks on amazon. Allen introduction to watertonglacier international peace park.
Carved from the wilderness over a century ago, the architecture features towering douglas fir timbers. Known as the crown of the continent and the backbone of the world, glacier national park is one of the most beautiful destinations on earth. Bout the glacier institute glacier institute is a 501 3. With national parks taking precautionary measures or closing during this era of covid19, many of us are sitting in our homes dreaming of our next vacation. Visitors every year leave with their own respect and appreciation for the awesome beauty that each and every park has to offer. If youre currently one of them or plan to be soon, you need this site, national park maps, in your life. Travel guides summer activities winter activities safety publications other languages. This is the official glacier national park map from the park brochure.
Explore glacier national park glacier national park. Mount revelstoke national park lies in the selkirk range of the columbia mountains of british columbia. Jun 25, 20 road map of glacier national park glacier national park map pdf glacier national park map canada glacier national park brochure glacier national park topo map glacier natl park map. Known to many as the crown of the continent, glacier national park encompasses over 1,000,000 acres of forests, alpine meadows, rivers and lakes. We all have fond memories of arriving at a national park. However, this presumption is based upon a very weak record of. Glacier national park kalispellwhitefish this morning our destination is the heart of glacier national park, the crown of the continent. They also published new dates for the glacier shuttle, now it is july 1 until september 7. Each yellow icon represents point of interest, the green icons a popular hiking trail and the red icons one of our lodging properties. Rare sea birds, black oystercatchers, and orangebeaked. Discover the best places to stay, where to eat and what to do in montana, with detailed information about our charming smalltown communities. Set within the incredible scenery of the park, the lodging options range from historic grand hotels and midcentury motor inns to rustic cabins. Step back in time to the frontier days by exploring montanas many ghost towns.
The terminal face of the glacier is less than 300 metres above sea level and is just one of three to be this close to the. National park national glacier park wardenranger station infrequently staffed unpaved road trail continental divide wardenranger station food service and lodging boat tourrentals backcountry campground lookout tower primitive campground campground selfguiding trail wheelchairaccessible trail riding stable picnic area glacier distance. With the discovery tour secrets of the rockies and glacier national park, you have a 10 day tour package taking you through calgary, canada and 9 other destinations in canada. Located in montana, the park is home to more than 1 million acres with diverse terrain that includes a lush rainforest, ancient cedar trees, wildflowerfilled meadows, glacialcarved peaks, glistening lakes and incredible hiking trails. The indians, who, like all primitive peoples, weave stories about the places they particularly love, have a legend that this region was miraculously crea ted. Big mountain ski resort is located north of kalispell in the town of whitefish. Note the route of going to the sun road, attractions on the west and. Glacier park international airport gpi is a commercial airport located six miles northeast of the city of kalispell in flathead county, montana. Lake louise, castle junction and icefields parkway area 2. Plus, weve included a comprehensive listing of lodging amenities.
After time to relax, unwind and breathe in the fresh montana air, enjoy a welcometomontana dinner at a local restaurant. Its called the crown of the continent for a reason. Download pdf brochure 7 mb more information html public transit banff national park. Glacier bay is a homeland, a natural lab, a wilderness, a. Download our free stunning glacier national park trip planner filled with inspiring itineraries, gorgeous photographs, a park map and everything you need to plan your dream vacation in montana. Human history of glacier bay historical timeline place names of the huna kaawu learn the ancient names of glacier bays special places geology in action quakes, slippery slopes, and giant waves climate change in glacier bay 4page brochure covers climate change causes, effects, and solutions in glacier bay national park fungus among us. These are all the places which attract tourists to glacier national park and there are many transportation facilities to reach glacier national park like air, rail, bus, roads, and freeways and many alternate forms of transportation are available here. The formation of this peace park in 1932 was the first of its kind in the world. Us national parks travel guide us national parks are spectacular treasures that should be explored by everyone. Note the route of goingtothesun road, the attraction areas on the west and east sides, plus the canadian park section, waterton lakes, before you decide on where to stay and what park entrance to use. From spectacular goingtothesun road of glacier national park, gorgeous waterton lakes national park to the skitown of whitefish, you wont want to miss thing glacier country has to offer. It has generally been understood that glacier national park gnp has a 10,000 year culture history as implied by the archeological record of gnp, park brochures, numerous publications reeves 2003, and governmental, corporate, and private web sites nps. The park is approximately 40 miles northeast of kalispell on u.
The national park service is modifying its operations on a parkbypark basis in accordance with. National forest lands, and nearby flathead lake and glacier national park. Varied terrain from dense forests to dry, rocky slopes to alpine meadows, it never gets old. With your support, we provide funding for vital projects and programs that preserve and protect the park. The city is a short drive from local attractions such as whitefish mountain ski resort, glacier national. Glacier bay national park your cameras memory card needs plenty of room. Back when i was checking in april and booking my trip, the shuttle was only running until september 1. Remote, dynamic, and intact and so we arrive in glacier bay, a land reborn, a world returning to life, a living lesson in resilience. Note the route of goingtothesun road, the attraction areas on the. Note the route of goingtothesun road, the attraction areas on the west and east sides, plus the canadian park section, waterton lakes, before you decide on where to stay and what park. Glacier national park glacier national park is located in the northwest corner of montana along the spine of the rocky mountains. A national park ranger comes aboard joining your adventures in glacier bay. With towering peaks, glistening turquoise lakes, wonderful wildlife sightings, and the possibility to get up close to a glacier. The two parks offer some of north americas most spectacular mountain scenery and most beautiful lakes.
The hiking trails in glacier national park will lead you to stunning ridges. Official glacier national park and waterton lakes map pdf. Canadas waterton lakes national park in the province of alberta borders along the northern edge of glacier national park. On this fiveday trip from glacier national park to yellowstone national park, wander through forgotten towns to get a taste of montanas rich past. The franz josef glacier offers visitors a rare opportunity to experience a dynamic glacial environment, in a temperate environment, while being within easy driving and walking distance from the main highway. Pdf files and external links will open in a new window. In this recreation area you can leave footprints on soil that was. The great northern railway went by glacier, of course, but no closer to san francisco than portland.
Although todays glacier has retreated considerably, echoes of its frozen past are still apparent in the present landscape. Massiv e steepwalled mountain s with narrow valley characteriz th columbias. Secrets of the rockies and glacier national park includes accommodation as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. If you are a holder of an access pass or senior pass formerly known as golden access or golden age passes you can receive a 50% discount off of established standard rates at bridge bay, canyon, grant and madison campgrounds. Enjoy a three day preconvention tour of the magnificent glacier national park. Whether you arrive by road or rail, a wedding celebration at glacier park lodge is a return to a kinder, gentler era. Begin life together on a grand scale glacier national park. Free glacier national park trip planner my yellowstone park. Purpose waterton lakes national park is one of canadas 18. You know the map the size of a brochure, a black stripe lines one edge, the park s name across it in white type.
Glacier national park, montana travel and vacation info. Please return for reuse to a park facility or share it with others. The excitement begins as you board a 1930s red jammer touring car for a ride over the goingtothe. Visitors traveling by plane may fly to glacier park international airport near. Featuring glacier national park july 25 31, 2020 7 days and 6 nights itinerary july 25, 2020 helena today you depart for montana where you will be met and assisted with your hotel transfer into beautiful helena. Use the plan your trip and learn about the park sections to access pages with specific information on the topics you are interested in or check out one of the pdfs below. Just minutes from two medicine valley in glacier national park, the lodge is elegant and rustic in equal measure. We are the official fundraising partner for glacier national park. The offer is not valid with the interagency annual pass. Welcome to the mendenhall glacier come explore the beautiful mendenhall, alaskas most accessible. Glacier park collection, operating in glacier national park, whitefish montana and waterton national park. All areas of the park are usually accessible by car by late may or early june.
This brochure advertises both glacier national park and the golden gate exposition, which was held in both 1939 and 1940. The glacier national park travel guide is a resource for those planning to tour glacier national park andor canadas adjacent waterton lakes national park. Glacier national park is situated in northern montana along the continental divide of the northern rocky mountains. Map of glacier national park and surrounding towns free. Click the button below to go directly to the tour registration page or to view the tours brochure pdf. Wildland adventures glacier bay national park adventure cruise. The classic lodges of glacier national park still reflect the character of their early 20th century heritage. This glacier national park map is an essential tool for a vacation in the park. Stay in the city or sleep in comfortable onboard accommodations as you cross the nation east to west through glacier national park or north to south along the. Two mountain ranges dominate glacier national park the selkirks, covering most of the park and the purcells, which flank its eastern boundary. Find travel inspiration and tripplanning help with our free western montana and glacier national park travel guide. Glacier national park offers many activities and outdoor recreational opportunities to enjoy. Glacier national park has a rich natural and cultural history. Official glacier national park map pdf with images glacier.
Visitors traveling by plane may fly to glacier park. Secrets of the rockies and glacier national park by. Here youll find a bunch of trail maps, along with other maps such as campgrounds and the shuttle bus. Department of the interior glacier bay national park glacier bay national preserve alaska haa aani a ya. Jasper national park lake louise banff national park calgary, ab british alberta columbia waterton lakes national park lake mcdonald brown ing montana kalispell, mt glacier national park your 10day itinerary program highlights discover the epic natural beauty of america and canadas national parks, concluding at breathtaking lake louise. Please use the interactive map and links below to enhance your visit to glacier national park, waterton lakes national park and whitefish, montana. Nearby ski resorts include badger pass located within the park, mammoth mountain, and sierra summit. If youre looking for a glacier map, youve come to the right place. Find and download a variety of brochures relating to glacier national park. Summer is here and americas national parks are full of visitors. Plan your glacier national park trip with our free. If ever we needed a place to intrigue and inspire us, to help us see all thats possible in nature and in ourselves, this is it. The terminal face of the glacier is less than 300 metres above sea level and is just one of two in westland tai poutini national park to be this close to the coastline. Less than 6 kms from fox glacier township, the fox glacier valley offers walking and cycling opportunities.
Interpretive activities lake louise, banff national park 234 kb day hikes in the banff area 6. With over 700 miles of trails winding through glacier national park, it can be hard to choose what areas you want to explore. Youre greeted by a national park service ranger, who hands over a newsletter and a map. Your private educational outing will include a full day of private educational instruction and transportation in a glacier institute vehicle. Kalispell is centrally located in the rocky mountains, just 15 miles north of flathead lake.