Pros: Very scenic with many trails Cons: The glaciers will soon be memories
Glacier National Park contains more than seven hundred miles of hiking trails. The park is in the Rocky Mountains and there are definitely some trails that involve serious climbing. However, there are also trails with very little change in elevation, ...
Pros: Magnificent scenery, not too crowded. Cons: None that I can think of.
Sometimes wildlife can come a little too close for comfort. The first time I visited Glacier National Park, back in 1959, I had an unusual encounter with a bear. After driving out of the main entrance on the east side of Glacier, we decided to stop at a...
Pros: Intimate views of beautiful mountains Cons: Not near an interstate (also a pro!--fewer tourists)
Glacier National Park, in Northern Montana, is one of my favorite spots in the country. It is less well known than such treasures as Yellowstone, Yosemite and the Grand Canyon, but it is no less beautiful. The nice thing about it is that it's a little...
Pros: Beef in excelsis at the Cattle Baron and serious desserts Cons: Montana is no place for vegetarians to try to eat
I'm not sure that the Cattle Baron Supper Club--which is close to being Babb, Montana, rather than being in Babb--is the best steakhouse in the West, as ralph27's epinion claimed. I've only been in four western states this millennium and there are ...
Pros: wildlife, hikes Cons: tourists were more friendly than locals
We hiked over 50 miles in 6 days. Our group consisted of 15 people - 9 males and 6 females, ages 9 – 46. My 11-year old nephew recently broke his leg and had his cast removed 7 days before hiking Iceberg Trail (10 miles round trip). He brought along a ...
Pros: Historic Housing, Car Camping, Services, Historic Buses, Free Shuttles, Ranger Guided Hikes, Nearby Airport Cons: Solo Hiker/Backpacker OUT OF LUCK, NOISY Hiking Required Due to Bears
John Muir said about this park at the turn of the century-- "Get off the tracks at Belton Station, and in a few minutes you will find yourself in the midst of what you are sure to say is the best care-killing scenery on the continent. Give a month at ...
Pros: Mountains, lakes, beauty EVERYWHERE! Cons: It's a little out of the way for most Americans
I probably shouldn’t be telling you this secret, so please keep it to yourself. It’s bad enough if 100 people read this review—if they begin telling their friends, and their friends tell friends, and so on, well, then, not only will the secret be out,...
Pros: Plenty of trails and soul-calming scenery Cons: Short season and out-of-the-way location
Prologue
It was really a fluke that we ended up at Glacier. It seems so out of the way, tucked up in the corner like that. Who would go there. I don't know what possessed us to think that we could drive from Chicago to western Montana without...
Pros: Incredible, wild, natural beauty Cons: People can get hurt if they don't follow the rules
I am very lucky; I live in Kalispell, Montana, about a 40 minute drive from Glacier Park. I cannot say enough about the great wonders available in this park. It is one of the great wonders of America, and everyone who can go, should. When it is open...
Pros: Beautiful, somewhat secluded but still offers plenty of activities. And, there are no TAXES. yet Cons: some of the prices can get a little scary. But I suppose that is no different than any other tourist attraction. However, they are considering adding taxes to this part of Montana because of the high tourist volume.
There is more to Glacier than just the park. If you have already visited then you know what I mean when I say most of the surroundings are "tourist traps".
Prices are unbelievably high. Service is at times unrealistically rude and...
Pros: Pristine wilderness! What more can you ask for? I love Glacier. Cons: The lake Sherburne Dam and the GPI concessions.
I spent four summers in Glacier working at a cafe on the East side of the park between St. Mary's and Babb...so I will concentrate my opinion on the Eastern slope of the park. First of all there is only one road through the park "going to the sun road"...
Pros: Beauty, Greatness of it, the animal life, and one of the last areas in the us that is still a remote wilderness Cons: Not for everyone, those who don't like the outdoors or risky situations will not enjoy staying
I have visited a large majority of our Nations National and State parks, and I have to say of them all, Glacier National Park is the best; at least from my perspective. But I would also say its not for everyone and I will tell you why.
Pros: Scenery, Scenery, Scenery, did I say Scenery? Cons: As with any National Park - other people!
1) Overview.
Look up Glacier National Park, Montana on a Map. Go straight north just across the US-Canadian Border and you will find the Waterton-Lakes side of the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. Many don't know this but Glacier...
Pros: grizzly bears, excellent trails, beautiful sites Cons: grizzly bears, tourist traps, crowded at times
It's difficult to describe the breath-taking sites surrounding you when you take a trip to Glacier National Park. But it's absolutely beautiful! If you've been, then you know what I'm talking about. If you've never been, and you're contemplating a trip,...
Pros: Spectacular scenery, lots of wildlife Cons: Make sure the roads are open, bring bug juice
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions Glacier National Park in Montana was the highlight of a summer trip encompassing MN, SD, WY, and ID. Although we saw wonderful works of nature throughout the trip and in each state, this park took our breath...
Glacier National Park is not known as well as the Yellow stone park. And I have heard that the better side of this park is in Canada. Unfortunately I need a visa to cross the border and didn't get to see the other half. But from what I saw, I already...
Pros: not crowded, unspoiled natural beauty Cons: none if you like remote
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions
Most visitors to Glacier National Park see the main attractions: East and West Glacier, Going to the Sun Highway, Lake McDonald and a few of the hikes and sights along the main traveled...
Most people visit Glacier National Park in the spring, summer, or fall. But if you happen to be in the area in the winter and have your cross-country skis along be sure to stop by. ...
Pros: Unbelievable views, great hiking, fun all around Cons: It's a bit chilly and a little out of the way
Imagine yourself in a small motor boat, whurring away on an empty lake, reflections of snow capped mountains all around you. Imagine the sun glinting off the perfectly blue water as you go around a bend. Oh my goodness! The view! The mountains are...
Pros: The beauty of it all Cons: The narrow roads and traffic can be hectic
Glacier National Park IS one of the most beautiful places in the world I have ever visited. What Dreams May Come with Robin Williams was even filmed there.
Our family has a time share cabin near there and once a year we are able...
Pros: Incredible scenery and diversity Cons: Too touristy (like most national parks)
Although my wife and I have always enjoyed being wherever we go after we've gotten there, we'd avoided Elderhostel for fifteen years. I can't say exactly why. Perhaps it was the vision of regimented living, communal facilities-- my past catching up....
Pros: Beautiful scenery! Cons: Concessions are expensive!
If you ever get the chance to visit this park, please do. You will not regret it.
When we went, we started at St. Mary's and took the Going To The Sun road. We stopped at St. Mary's lake for a picnic lunch and watched the deer that came to...
Pros: What to see Heaven? Come here. Cons: I wish I could stay there forever.
I always like to start by qualifying myself. I was born and raise on the east coast (Maryland, Virginia). The east coast has some mountains, lots of history and it's where our nation's capital is located. The water is close by (Atlantic Ocean, Potomac...
Pros: Scenery, didn't break my budget, incredible wildlife. Cons: nada
Glacier National Park has the most beautiful scenery anywhere in the world, in my opinion. I have been to most all of the National Parks on the west coast and all through the midwest, and there is nothing so beautiful and eye-catching as the snowcapped...
Pros: Gorgeous scenery, great hiking and lovely lodges. Cons: Hard to get there (which could be a pro!)
Glacier National Park in northeastern Montana is the most beautiful national park in the United States. OK, so I haven't been to all, or even half of them, but Glacier has everything a national park visitor would want: gorgeous scenery, dramatic...
Pros: Can see alot by car Cons: Mosquitoes on hiking trails
Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks that I've visited. Glacier is located in northwestern Montana. There are 6 large lakes about 5 miles long that stretch from lowland into the mountains. Several smaller lakes line deep...
Pros: Wonderful trails. Awesome "Going to the Sun" road, serene. Cons: Need more time to see all of this park.
Glacier NP has one of the most exotic, exciting roads in North America --- The Going to the Sun Road. But this park also has some awesome trails which many travelers miss due to the natural desire to "do the road". There is a way I've found...
Pros: A natural spectacle full of flora and fauna. Cons: Park is very isolated, but I think that its isolation is a blessing in disguise.
Imagine a world where man has never set foot; where the natural order of things is how it was millions of years ago. Glacier National Park is as close to that as any place in the United States, maybe even the world. This national park is not nearly as...
Pros: Some of the most beautiful scenery in the USA, generally very peaceful and uncrowded. Cons: It seems like it takes forever to get there when you're five years old.
Up until I was eleven years old, I lived in far northern Montana - in some of the most undesirable country the state has to offer. Once a year, however, for my first six years, my family took a trip to Glacier National Park; this comprised the bulk of...
Pros: EVERYTHING you want in the outdoors Cons: Not for "city folk" and not easily accessible
I would like to share my experience of this great place. I must apologize first because I believe that my words will do it some injustice. That is because this place is more beautiful than I can put into words.
Pros: Fresh air, beautiful unspoiled scenery Cons: Must have reservations - not a huge selection of accommodations
What can I say that would convey how spectacularly beautiful this park is and how much my batteries are recharged every time I visit? I have been four times and you have to see it to believe it. Nothing I say can fully express my feelings about it, but...
Pros: Some of the best scenery you'll ever see; great hikes. Cons: Accommodations are very inconsistent; service is spotty in several lodges.
Glacier National Park is a true jewel. It is well worth a visit and early September is ideal - the crowds have thinned out and the weather is often sunny with highs only in the 70's. Accommodations are limited and quality uneven. Our experience was ...
Pros: Incredible scenery, comfortable rooms Cons: Only open a few months out of the year
Glacier National Park became a park in 1910, but in 1911, only 4,000 people visited the park that year. The Great Northern Railway, trying to develop tourist activity in the area, built a railroad to the park, and also began construction on the Glacier...
Canada's counterpart -- Waterton National Park -- adjoins Glacier's boundaries into Canada. The Continental Divide winds along the backbone of Glacier and in a sense creates two entirely unique environments. The western side -- Lake McDonald -- is...
Pros: A beautiful place to relax and unwind. Cons: None.
My husband and I visited this wonderful National Park last year in mid October. The weather was a little cool for my tastes, but I like it hot! I am a Florida girl living in Texas, so hot weather is in my blood.
WOW. This is what I first thought to myself as I entered the park. All i saw was trees and wilderness. I was surprised how open it was and how it wasn't overcrowded like Yellowstone. I was very impressed by what i saw right away.
Pros: Great scenery, tons of wildlife, nice people, close to Canadian border. Cons: Can't think of any!
Glacier National Park: A World Wonder!!! First thing first, I am Canadian, and the only reason why we never spent more than a day there because we we visiting Waterton National Park. Waterton is on the Canadian side and Glacier is in the U.S. and both of...
Pros: Fantastically beautiful, easy access via roads, but still able to find backcountry experiences Cons: Will have to rename park after c. 2070 when Glaciers have melted completeley
We had a wonderful time in Glacier during the summer of '96.
We took a long dayhike up to Grinell Glacier and lunched next to a lake filled with mini icebergs.
Another August day we hiked up toward the highest pass in the park....
Pros: scenery,wildlife,good trails Cons: can be lots of hikers at times
As a lifelong resident of Montana,my travels to Glacier Park have been extensive. The hiking and scenery are second to none. The most memorable day hike I have taken was last summer. Beginning at the Going To The Sun visitor center at the top of the...
Visiting Glacier National Park was one of the greatest experiences of my life. Three years ago, I traveled via Amtrak to Montana. The campground was magnificent, on the edge of a lake with a mountain right on the other side. At night, caribou and...
Pros: Affordable! family,single,couple vacation to the beauty of Montana Cons: Vacation only
Looks like Going to the Sun may open up early this year according to the Great Falls Tribune. Check the we site provided for updates on the weather, as it changes rapidly. Per the Tribune the road and Logan Visitor Center may open as early as June 8,...
Pros: Absolutely Beautiful!!! Cons: Momma took my Kodachrome away.
My folks live in Kalispell, a small town touching the majestic Glacier National Park. A couple years back, my wife & I flew out to visit them.
When I woke up that first morning and stepped outside, I was stunned: turning a slow 360, I saw we were...
Pros: the next stop must be heaven! Cons: if you are deathly afraid of heights, don't tour Glacier by road
If you can spend only a day in Glacier, is it worth the trip? By all means. I've visited all of the major national parks in the fifty states, and Glacier ranks up there at the top for its astounding scenery. Just don't expect much in the way of...
Pros: Beauty like nothing you have ever imagined. Cons: If you don't like road trips this isn't for you
I have been all over the world but I dont believe I have seen a more beautiful place then Montana. Australia is a close rival, but understand there is a difference in how they are beautiful.
Pros: Wildlife, breath-taking scenery, hiking, rafting, camping Cons: It's very hard to leave
If you're a nature lover, then you can't miss Glacier. The park has something for everyone, the activities ranging from white water rafting to picnicking on the sand and swimming in the river. It's a great place to hike, there's plenty of wildlife...
Pros: beautiful scenery,relaxing Cons: narrow roads in mountains
this place is breath taking, with the waterfalls coming over the roads. the height of the mountains. we stayed at a koa right in the middle of every thing. the scenery is the most beautiful thing that god has ever made. we took the road called going to...
Pros: Scenery if you can see it. Encounters with wildlife: bears, bighorn sheep, and many deer. Cons: Poor and badly organized shuttle system. Check fire and weather reports from independent sources.
We were unlucky to come to Glacier National Park in the summer of 03, the summer of fires. Well, we couldn't see anything and we were greatly surprised that it was open at all! At Adgar Village smoke was hanging thick inside the hotel and they still dar ...
Pros: the beauty of it is unlike no other Cons: roads are extremely windy
While living in Montana for several years I had the great experience of being able to visit Glacier. The trip from home was lengthy but after arriving at the park it was surely worth it. The magestic mountains zoom right out at you. The waterfalls, the...
Pros: Glacier offers outstanding scenery, solitude, and extensive opportunities for day-long to week-long hiking. Cons: Campgrounds options are few, pricey, and suffer from a lack of privacy.
So we discovered on the trail to Grinnell Glacier, a 5.5 mile one way (we have it on good advice that the signs aren't too accurate) stunning, uphill, full-of-wildflower-meadows-and-bear-signs hike. The terrain is diverse - you climb through three...
Pros: Scenery,scenery,scenery Cons: A long way to go but worth it
I have been to many great vacation sites in the U.S.A. and nowhere have I seen views to match the ones found
in Glacier Park.Last year I visited Waikiki beach in Hawaii and although the sunset was glorious I still love the going to the sun road in...
Pros: Beautiful Views, tour packages are dynamite. Cons: None, its nature!
"Oh my!" The words uttered as I viewed every breath-taking view of this park, which was virtually every time I blinked. This is the place to take the family. Forget Disney World and Busch Gardens, take the kids to an educational spot. Let them learn...
Pros: Awe inspiring Cons: In the middle of nowhere except by Train!
Several years ago we decided to take a slow trip across the American Rockies and traveled on AmTrak from Chicago to Seattle. We spent one night at the lodge at Glacier. It was unbelievable. The lodge was built for the railroad and is crafted from the...
Pros: Clean air, beautiful lake, and best of all there are many places to visit. Cons: I did not find any cons when I was there.
I was on a scenic bus trip that started in Washington State then circled through Canada and Wyoming, then back to Washington State, WOW what places we saw. Like Lake Louise, Calgary and Glacier National Park.
This place is elegant and wonderful. The air is fresh and clean, the scenery magnificent. A great place to go on a spiritual quest or to gain a deeper respect for nature. The world is full of places one must see, and this is one of them. It's not...
This has got to be the most beautiful place on the face of the planet. When I was there last 1998, we took a 5 mile or so drive through the most awe inspiring scenery. The Going to the Sun road through Glacier National Park, is just one tiny area of...
Pros: This park is less crowed than Yellowstone. Wildlife is better than Yellowstone. Cons: Road can be scary
Glacier National Park is Better than Yellowstone to me. The Mountains are prettier and has less crowds. The Going to the Sun Road was a little difficult for me being from Florida. I had only driven in the Mountains of North Carolina.These Mountain are...
Pros: The most beautiful place on the planet, etc. Cons: Going to the sun road takes away from the wilderness experience, and the backcountry is much prettier anyway, but other than that, none
I have been to Glacier every year since 1997 and plan on going every year for the rest of my life. I have been to every park in the U.S. and none of them can even begin to compare with the splendor of Glacier. Most people who write reviews think that it...
Pros: Nice and quiet not to many people around Cons: Not to many people around!
O.K. Glacier National Park is beautiful and quiet and not all crowded with folks. But that’s what scares me. I mean I have an overactive imagination. I thought now what kind of animals are out here with us while we are all ALONE. I would rather be at a...
Pros: Gorgeous lakes, rivers, mountains, incredibly scenic drive, neat wildlife, great camping. Cons: Short season, not many services in or near the park, not good for horseback riding.
Whether you just want to drive the Going to the Sun loop over the Continental Divide or spend days hiking or camping in the park, Glacier is worth a visit. Lake McDonald is a great place to throw your kayak in the water, the park has miles of trails for all kinds of hikers, and the weather is fantastic in the summer. Glacier lacks the geothermal activity of Yellowstone but makes up for it with its sweeping views and beautiful glacier-capped mountains. If you're not camping, make reservations early because hotels are few and far between and fill up fast during the summer months.
Format: DVD, Glacier National Park Glacier, America's northernmost national park, is an enchanting wilderness adventure. The majestic grandeur of the many glaciers, emerald lakes and st...
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