Glacier National Park, Lewis Range, Montana   That right there is a lot already, but it goes on; Glacier National Park has it all. A fine site to camp here at Glacier National Park is Apgar Campground, and the great people of West Glacier like to hang out nearby. There's so much to do here at Glacier National Park that you need to camp here for a while, San-suz-ed Trailer Park is a perfect site for that; going for a hike along the Ousel Peak Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this region. For the duration of the warm days of summer here at Glacier National Park, high temperatures ordinarily     reach the 70's; throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. For the period of the winter the highs are mostly in the 20's while Glacier National Park overnight low temperatures during the winter are in the 0's. You'll need more than a day to explore everything Glacier National Park has to offer, you can camp at West Glacier Koa Kampground, and needless to say, A journey to John F Stevens Canyon is always fun. Going to Glacier National Park is a perfect idea when you have got to spend some time in the fresh air. Glacier National Park is a popular destination for folks from West Glacier. Get your heart pumping on the splendid whitewater of Flathead River - Middle Fork; why not take a little visit to Apgar Creek if you're here. There are lots of enjoyable pastimes for everybody. There is perfect outdoors recreation at       reach the 70's; throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 40's. For the period of the winter the highs are mostly in the 20's while Glacier National Park overnight low temperatures during the winter are in the 0's. You'll need more than a day to explore everything Glacier that's lots but there's even more entertaining things to do here in the Lewis Range. Camping is available at Fish Creek Campground, and hiking along the South Boundary Trail is splendid fun. Glacier National Park is a stunning sector of wilderness that everybody likes. Glacier National Park is delightful enough to spend more than a day at, San Suz-Ed Trailer Park Campground is a delightful local campground, and playing golf is lots of fun at Glacier View Golf Club. This is no location for people who don’t like to have a good time. Have a tremendous hiking   adventure along the Howe Lake Trail. And if that's not sufficient there's loads more enjoyable things to do in the Lewis Range. On a nice day at Glacier National Park you can take a hike along the Columbia Mountain Trail, and whitewater paddling is not for everyone but if it's for you then, we recommend Flathead River - Middle Fork. The grand loveliness of Glacier National Park is there for your viewing satisfaction. Around Glacier National Park you don’t get a lot of rain; December is the wettest month with most snow; April is the month with the least moisture. 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 Wateron-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.     CONTACTS Email - glac_park_info@nps.gov Fax- 406-888-7808 Write to Park Headquarters West Glacier, MT 59936 Phone Visitor Information - (406) 888-7800 Visitor Information (TDD) - (406) 888-7806 TRAVEL BASICS Operating Hours, Seasons Most visitor facilites are open from late May to mid-September. During the winter in-park services are not available Getting There PLANE - The closest airports are Glacier Park International Airport in Kalispell, Montana (25 miles from West Glacier) and in Great Falls, Montana (200 miles from West Glacier). Car rentals are available at both airports. Shuttles are available at the Kalispell airport. CAR - NOTE: Vehicles longer than 21 feet or wider than 8 feet (including mirrors) are prohibited on the steepest sections of the Going-to-the-Sun Road. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION - Public transportation options are limited. Shuttles from airports and train stations provide some service to visitors to the park. Weather & Climate Glacier's western valleys generally receive the most rainfall. Daytime temperatures can exceed 90 degrees F. It is frequently 10 to 15 degrees cooler at higher elevations. Strong winds and sunny days predominate on the east side of the park. Overnight lows throughout the park can drop to near 20 degrees F, and snow can fall anytime. In August of 1992, a foot of snow fell on the northeastern corner of Glacier. Prepare for a variety of conditions and pack accordingly. You may start the day in a T-shirt and shorts, and need a parka by evening. Dress in layers. Always bring raingear. Getting Around Guided Tours are available from two companies. Sun Tours offers interpretive tours in Glacier from June 10 to September 15. Tours highlight Blackfeet cultrue and history relating to Glacier national Park's natural features. For reservations information call 1-800-786-9220 Glacier Park Inc., offers tours between lodges. For reservations call 406-755-6303 FEES/PERMITS Entrance Fee GLACIER NATIONAL PARK PASS $20.00 for Annual SINGLE PERSON ENTRY $5.00 for 7 Days SINGLE VEHICLE ENTRY $10.00 for 7 Days Special Use Permits COMMERCIAL TOUR VEHICLE FEES Commercial tour fees are charged. Operators should contact the park at (406) 888-7800 for specific information on rates. Special conditions apply to commercially operated activities in the park. If you use park resources to provide a service (regardless of non-profit status) certain restrictions may apply to you. Please contact the park for more information. CAMPING Camping in Glacier Make Reservations by Phone at 1-800-365-CAMP Glacier has 13 campgrounds with approximately 1000 sites. Fish Creek and St. Mary Campgrounds may be reserved in advance. All others are first come/first served. LODGING Apgar Village Lodge For More Information on this lodging please call 406-888-5484 Granite Park Chalet Backcountry Hiker Shelter For More Information on this lodging please call 406-387-5555 Lake McDonald Lodge For More Information on this lodging please call 406-755-6303 Many Glacier Hotel For More Information on this lodging please call 406-755-6303 Rising Sun Motor Inn For More Information on this lodging please call 406-755-6303 Sperry Chalet Backcountry Chalet, reachable by hiking only For More Information on this lodging please call 406-387-5654 Swiftcurrent Motor Inn For More Information on this lodging please call 406-755-6303 Village Inn For More Information on this lodging please call 406-755-6303 FACILITIES Visitor Centers APGAR VISITOR CENTER Open All Year Location - Apgar, at the foot of Lake McDonald, 2 miles north of West Glacier. Closures - Open weekends only Novemeber through March Available Facilities - Rangers are available to answer questions and assist with trip planning needs. LOGAN PASS VISITOR CENTER Location - Logan Pass in the center of Glacier National Park. 18 miles east of St. Mary, MT Closures - Open early June through mid-October Exhibits - Exhibits highlight the alpine ecosystem which covers almost 1/3 of Glacier National Park Available Facilities - Rangers are on duty to answer questions and assist with trip planning. ST. MARY VISITOR CENTER Location - St. Mary, MT Closures - Open May through mid-October Available Facilities - Rangers are on duty at answer questions and assist with trip planning. 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