Glacier National Park is located in northern Montana, with a small portion of the park located in Canada (Waterton Lakes). Glacier has 3 main entrances with different opening and closing dates each year. Check the road opening and closing dates while planning and before you arrive for the latest status.

West Entrance

• Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)– in Kalispell, Montana is about 30 miles from the West Entrance. This is the closest international airport.
• Missoula Airport (MSO) – in Missoula, Montana is about 130 miles from the West Entrance.

East Entrance

• Great Falls international Airport (GTF) – in Great Falls, Montana is about 140 miles from the East Entrance.
• Lethbridge Airport (YQL) – in Alberta, Canada is about 77 miles from the East Entrance but requires international travel.

Yes. An entrance fee (pass) is required to enter Glacier National Park. You are encouraged to purchase this before arriving to save time, but you may also purchase passes at any entrance station upon arrival. Fees and pass types, including costs, can be found here. All visitors, including guests of our lodges, must purchase a park pass from the National Park Service, which is not included in our lodging or tour reservations.

Yes. You can find more information on vehicle reservations by visiting the National Park Service website.

Yes! Xanterra Travel Collection® operates 5 hotels that are located inside the park boundaries (Village Inn at Apgar, Lake McDonald Lodge, Rising Sun Motor Inn & Cabins, Many Glacier Hotel, and Swiftcurrent Motor Inn & Cabins). We also operate one hotel, Cedar Creek Lodge, outside of the park, 18 miles from the West Entrance in Columbia Falls, Montana.

Glacier National Park is a year-round park, however, the lodges and tours are only open/running between May-September each year. The seasonal dates vary year-to-year.

Cell service is limited and can be spotty depending on your location in the park. Check with your provider to verify coverage. During peak season, the number of users can overwhelm the system, making texting the most effective means of communication.

Wi-Fi is available for overnight guests in some lodges but is much slower than typical residential, business, or workplace service. Information on guest Wi-Fi and connectivity can be found here. Free public Wi-Fi is available at the Apgar Visitor Center and St. Mary’s Visitor Center.

Overall, while cell service and internet access are available in some parts of Glacier, they should not be relied on as your only means of communicating, researching, and navigating the park.

Summers are pleasant with temperatures ranging from 60°-80°F with cooler temperatures at higher elevations. This is the peak season for visitors, with long days perfect for hiking and exploring. However, weather can change rapidly, so it’s advisable to bring layers and rain gear.

Spring in Glacier National Park can be unpredictable. While snow begins to melt in mid-spring, many areas can remain snowy and muddy. The opening of the Going to the Sun Road can vary year to year. For current updates on Road Conditions visit the National Park Service website.

Fall brings cooler average temperatures and the possibility of early snow. The lodges in Glacier open and close on a rolling basis, based on location within the park.
Please check the National Park’s weather page for current conditions and forecasts.

The lodges inside the park do not offer a business center, unfortunately. Cedar Creek Lodge, however, does have a 24-hour business center that offers free Wi-Fi, printer and a fax machine.

No. There are no fueling stations within Glacier’s boundaries.

Modify or Cancel Your Reservation
If your plans change for any reservation, you may receive a full refund of the deposit provided you cancel the reservation and obtain a cancellation number in accordance with our cancellation policy. For room reservations in 2025, the cancellation number must be obtained at least 3 days prior to the designated check-in time and arrival date. Effective May 1, 2026, cancellation numbers must be obtained at least 14 days prior for stays May 1 to October 14 and at least 3 days prior for stays October 15 to April 30. For Red Bus Tours and Shuttles, the cancellation number must be obtained by 6:00pm Mountain time at least 3 days prior to the designated check-in date and time of the reserved tour.

CANCEL OR MODIFY A RESERVATION

Glacier National Park Lodges offer the historic Red Bus Tours! You can find more information about pick-up locations and tour lengths on our East side or West side tour pages.

In Glacier, you can encounter any weather, in any season, so packing layers is essential year-round. You’ll also want sturdy footwear, sunscreen, and a refillable water bottle. Check out our packing guide here.

Bear spray is recommended, but remember, if you’re flying, you can’t pack it in your luggage. Bear spray can be rented while you are in the park at all Glacier National Park Lodge retail locations. For more information on Bear Safety, visit the National Park Service website.

There are Shuttle Buses operated by NPS throughout the park during different times/routes per season. Visit the National Park Service website for more schedule & route information.

Xanterra operates shuttle services between the Amtrak Station located near the West Side of the park. This can be booked in advance and will transport guests between Lake McDonald Lodge or Village Inn and the Amtrak Station.

The Cedar Creek Lodge shuttle is not available for the 2025 season.

The Many Glacier’s Hiker Shuttle is not currently accepting advanced reservations for the 2025 season and is running on a first-come, first-served basis only. Shuttle capacity is extremely limited – it is strongly suggested to find other means of transportation.

Inside of the Park

• Village Inn at Apgar – motel style rooms, family units, kitchenette rooms
• Lake McDonald Lodge – suites, hotel rooms, cabins, and dormitories
• Rising Sun Motor Inn & Cabins – store motel rooms with interior entrances, motor inn rooms with exterior entrances, and cabins
• Swift Current Motor Inn & Cabins – pinetop rooms with interior entrances, motor inn rooms with exterior entrances, cabins with private bathrooms and historic cabins with shared bathrooms
• Many Glacier Hotel – suites, lakeside rooms, parkside rooms, rooms with shared balconies, and family units

Outside of the Park

• Cedar Creek Lodge – suites, deluxe rooms, and standard rooms

We accept reservations for stays up to 13 months in advance. Specifically, on the 1st of each month, we’ll begin accepting reservations for the same entire month of the following year. For more information, please review our reservation policies.

To ensure you get your preferred room type at your desired location, we recommend making your reservation as soon as you know your travel dates.

However, you might be surprised to find accommodations somewhere in the park, even two weeks ahead of time. We recommend using our flexible booking calendar to see available dates.

Yes. You can find available ADA rooms in our online reservation system by selecting “Show ADA Accessible Rooms” in the filter menu. You can also speak with a reservation agent at 855-733-4522 regarding units for guests with disabilities and larger room sizes.

A limited number of wheelchairs are available at the front desk on a first-come, first-served basis to assist arriving and departing guests.

For more information on park accessibility, please visit the National Park Service’s accessibility page here.

We do not have TVs in any of our lodge rooms or cabins, except the Suites at Lake McDonald Lodge.

All rooms and cabins are non-smoking, non-vaping. All facilities within Glacier National Park are non-smoking.

Our rooms and cabins do not have air conditioning, but fans can be found in your room or from the front desk. All rooms and cabins have heat.

Wi-Fi in the park is limited and much slower than typical residential, business, or workplace service. Some of our lodge rooms and public areas have guest Wi-Fi.

The check-in time is 4:00 pm, and the check-out time is 11:00 am at all of our hotels, lodges, and cabins.

You can check-in at any time past check-in hours for Lake McDonald Lodge and Many Glacier Hotel as both facilities offer 24-hour front desks. Swiftcurrent Motor Inn & Cabins and Rising Sun Motor Inn & Cabins front desks are open from 6:00am-11:00pm and have a courtesy phone for after hours check-in. Village Inn’s front desk is open from 8:00am-8:00pm.

Pets of any kind are not permitted in any of our guest accommodations, only service animals are allowed.

Traveling to Glacier with your pet should be considered carefully for your pet’s safety and the native wildlife. For more information on where pets are permitted within the park, visit the National Park Service website.

Service animals used for the sole purpose of aiding a person with a disability are permitted in all accommodations but should be clearly marked as a working animal. No pet fees are assessed for service animals. Pets whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA.

Due to the historic nature of some of our lodges, physical room keys may be issued to you at check-in. If you forget to return these physical keys to the front desk at check-out, we kindly ask that you mail them to:

Lodging Department – Glacier National Park Lodges
1014 1st Avenue West
Columbia Falls, MT 59912

If you were issued a plastic or wooden key card at check-in and forgot to return it upon check-out, you may keep it as a souvenir.

A waitlist for room reservations is not available.

Cancellations do occur; however, they can occur at random, which could result in limited success in obtaining the dates and accommodations you desire. If your first choice is not available, rather than scheduling your vacation around the possibility of a cancellation, we suggest checking alternate dates instead. If you want to continue to check for cancellations, you may visit our online booking engine, use our chat feature, or contact an agent at 855-733-4522.

Reservations made by phone will eventually show up online once the guest has created an online profile.

Glacier National Park offers a diverse array of dining experience in the park, from casual bites and full-service restaurants to quick-serve and grab-and-go options. Beyond the variety, we’re deeply committed to sourcing 70% of our ingredients from local and sustainable producers. View all of our in-park dining here.

All restaurants operated by Xanterra Travel Collection® within Glacier National Park are seated on a first-come, first-served basis and do not accept reservations.

Cooking is prohibited in or outside of your room. This includes, but is not limited to, the following: Crock pots, rice cookers, air fryers, hot plates, cooking stoves, grills, etc. Cooking is only allowed in designated picnic areas.

For Village Inn Guests Only – Cooking is permitted in the kitchen units only.

Glacier National Park Lodges operates a collection of gift shops located at our lodges. Our thoughtfully curated items feature art from local artisans, sustainable items, made in USA products, and much more!

Dial 911 and seek assistance from park personnel or ranger stations.

If something is lost in our of our lodges, restaurants or on a tour please fill out this form.

If you are still at our property, check with the front desk at your lodge. We will work hard to reunite you with your lost item.

The only Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations in Glacier National Park are located at Lake McDonald Lodge. Chargers are first-come, first-served.

Working in a National Park can be an excellent experience for people of all ages. Visit Career Opportunities for additional information.

Having trouble remembering your password for your existing online booking account? Follow these steps:

1. Click “BOOK NOW” button in the top right corner
2. Click “Sign In”
3. Click “Help I can’t access my account”
4. Enter Email address and Click “RESET PASSWORD”
5. If you don’t remember, click “I forgot my username”
6. A 16-digit secret code will be emailed to you, enter in the “Code” field
7. Create a new password and click “SET NEW PASSWORD”
8. You’ll be brought back to the sign-in page, please use your new credentials to log in

Xanterra Travel Collection® is committed to reducing our contribution to global warming. Current efforts include reductions in energy and water consumption through carpooling, modifications in operational vehicle use, energy efficient lighting and other electrical appliances, and support from guests with limiting use of room heaters, using water conservation measures, not idling vehicles, and participation in other housekeeping related conservation strategies. In addition, guests can support the carpooling effort by booking a Red Bus Tour or by using one of the parks Shuttle Buses to explore the park.

How You Can Help:

• Use proper recycling receptacles located throughout the property to recycle aluminum, paper, plastic (#1 only), cardboard, glass, batteries, and bear spray.
• Reuse bath towels to reduce the volume of water and energy used to clean them.
• Enjoy a beautiful ride in a historic Red Bus or take one of the free National Park Service shuttles instead of driving your own vehicle.
• Limit your use of plastics by using environmentally friendly and reusable containers.
• Refill reusable containers at one of our free hydration bottle-filling stations.