A showcase of melting glaciers, alpine meadows, carved valleys, and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a paradise for adventurous visitors seeking a landscape steeped in human culture. Relive the days of old through historic chalets, lodges, and the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Yes — your pass gets you in.
Your pass covers the $35 park entrance fee.
- Fee type Entrance fee — The standard per-vehicle park entrance fee. Entrance - Private Vehicle: $35Entrance - Per Person: $20Entrance - Motorcycle: $30Commercial Entrance - Sedan: $25Commercial Entrance - Van: $75
- HoursGlacier National Park is open 24 hours a day 365 days of the year. An entrance fee is required, even when entrance stations are not staffed. Instructions are available at each entrance for self-payment.
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 406-888-7800 · glac_questions@nps.gov
Glacier National Park is located in the northwest corner of Montana along the spine of the Rocky Mountains. By car you can access Glacier via Highway 2, which runs along the southern boundary of the park. You can reach the east side of the park via Highway 89. The nearest airports are in Kalispell a
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Glacier National Park — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Yes Does the America the Beautiful pass work at Glacier National Park?
Yes — your pass covers the entrance fee here.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Glacier National Park. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Ahern Pass Overlook, Akokala Creek, Akokala Lake, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Glacier National Park. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Depends Can you ride OHVs or ATVs here?
Yes — off-highway vehicle use is among the activities here. Stay on designated routes and check any permit or registration rules.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Yes What are the hours?
Glacier National Park is open 24 hours a day 365 days of the year. An entrance fee is required, even when entrance stations are not staffed. Instructions are available at each entrance for self-payment.
Nearby sites
Royalbroil / CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation Hungry Horse Reservoir
CheckReclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.
Mitchell O'Brien / CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Forest Service Flathead National Forest
CheckThis Forest Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
