Glacier National Park trips
Mountain views, lakes and some of the best hiking in the Rockies, planned around your group, your pace and the park’s short summer season.
- Great forFamilies, hikers, scenic drives and first national park trips
- Best timeLate June to mid-September, when Going-to-the-Sun Road is usually fully open
- Getting thereGlacier Park International Airport is about 30 miles from the West Entrance
- PricingFrom $2,872 per person when 2 or more travelers share a room, on the 6-day Glacier trip. Or ask for a custom quote
Big views on a short summer clock
Glacier is open all year, but most lodges, tours and services run only in the summer season, which generally lasts from late May through September. The best days fill early, so planning ahead makes all the difference.
An itsTripEasy Glacier trip lines up where to stay, which side of the park to start on, and when to drive, hike or ride, so the time there goes to the good parts.
- Going-to-the-Sun Road, the 50-mile drive over Logan Pass
- Lake McDonald and Many Glacier, two classic bases on opposite sides of the park
- Historic Red Bus tours with roll-back canvas tops
- Hikes for every level, from lakeshore walks to alpine trails
Pick the season that fits the trip
Conditions change a lot through the year. Here’s how the seasons usually play out, based on National Park Service guidance.
Early summer
Lower roads and valleys open first. Going-to-the-Sun Road is plowed in stages and higher trails can stay snowy until late June.
Peak summer
The full road over Logan Pass is usually open by early July, and in-park lodges and Red Bus tours are running. The busiest time of year.
Fall
Fewer crowds and turning colors by mid-September, with golden larch in mid-October. In-park lodges close by early fall and services wind down.
Winter
Quiet and snowy. The road from West Glacier to Lake McDonald Lodge is usually plowed; most other roads and services are closed.
Ways to see Glacier
A few ways itsTripEasy trips can come together. Each one is customized to your dates and group.
Glacier National Park: 6 Days
You drive Going-to-the-Sun Road over Logan Pass and wake up inside the park, by Lake McDonald and in Many Glacier.
- 4 nights in historic park lodges, 1 in East Glacier
- 2 boat tours and a free day in Many Glacier
- Rental car, hotels and park entry booked for you
Many Glacier hiking base
For travelers who want trail time on the quieter, wilder east side.
- A stay in the Many Glacier area
- Hikes matched to your group’s fitness
- Scenic stops and wildlife watching
Family summer in the park
Room for everyone, a relaxed pace and the moments kids remember.
- Family-friendly lodging
- Short hikes and lakeside time
- Downtime built into each day
Every itsTripEasy trip is built around your dates, pace and group. These ideas are starting points, not fixed packages.
What’s handled, and what stays with you
itsTripEasy plans and books the on-the-ground parts of the trip. You book your flights, plus a rental car if it isn't part of your trip. We sometimes book rental cars; your trip page says when one is included.
Planned and booked by itsTripEasy
- Hotels, lodges and cabins
- Tours, including Red Bus and guided hikes
- Experiences and activities
- Transfers where available
- Private guides
- A day-by-day plan with timing tips
Booked by travelers
- Flights
- Rental car, if it isn't part of your trip
- Park entrance pass
Share your arrival and departure times, and the plan is built around them.
Park rules and road tips
Rules in Glacier change from year to year. Always check the official National Park Service pages before you go.
- Vehicle reservations
No vehicle reservations were required in 2026. Rules for 2027 have not been announced yet, so check current rules before you travel.
NPS vehicle reservations - Logan Pass parking
In 2026 the park piloted a reservable shuttle and three-hour timed parking at Logan Pass. Lots in the park often fill by early morning in summer.
NPS Logan Pass update - Going-to-the-Sun Road
There’s no set opening date for Logan Pass. The full road usually opens by early July and typically stays open until the third Monday in October. Driving it end to end takes about 2 hours.
NPS road info - Vehicle size limits
Vehicles longer than 21 feet or wider than 8 feet are not allowed between Avalanche Creek and Rising Sun. Vehicles over 10 feet tall may have difficulty.
NPS vehicle restrictions - No gas in the park
There are no fueling stations inside the park, so fill up before you enter.
NPS travel warnings - Lodge seasons
In-park lodges are seasonal. For 2027, Lake McDonald Lodge is scheduled for May 14 to Sept 30 and Many Glacier Hotel for June 3 to Sept 20.
Glacier National Park Lodges
Sources: National Park Service and Glacier National Park Lodges, checked October 26, 2026. Dates and rules can change.
What travelers are saying
Real words from real trips.
“Mary made this feel like a once-in-a-lifetime experience thoughtfully designed just for our family.”
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I cannot say enough amazing things about Mary and the incredible trip she planned for our huge family out west to Glacier National Park and Lake Louise in Canada. From the very beginning, Mary made this feel like a once-in-a-lifetime experience thoughtfully designed just for our family.
Every detail was handled with such care, from the breathtaking views and perfectly timed stops to the little moments that ended up meaning the most—like eating homemade huckleberry ice and realizing I was exactly where I was meant to be with those I love.
“Having all the heavy lifting done for us on the trips made them super relaxing and not stressful at all!”
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Having all the heavy lifting done for us on the trips made them super relaxing and not stressful at all! You get to enjoy your trip without the stress of having to figure out and plan all the details ahead of time. You really get the best of both worlds by having Mary plan it all out. You can just be excited about your trip and then go! The first trip we went on was Glacier National Park. My favorite part was the amazing hikes we went on and jumping off the bridge into the river. Our second trip was to Asheville NC. My favorite part with this trip was having time with family and just hanging out with everyone. Truly some of the best trips I’ve been on!!
Simple, flexible and clear
Custom quote
Pricing depends on your dates, group and plans. Ask for a quote and get the full picture before anything is booked.
Trip credit
Cancellations are handled as trip credit, not cash refunds. Read the FAQ
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