Glacier National Park Family Travel Guide

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(179 mi.)
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Glacier National Park, Montana (Comstock)

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Glacier National Park Family Travel Tips

By Candyce H. Stapen

Cross the Continental Divide on legendary Going-to-the-Sun Road.
Enjoy the scenery on a day hike in Glacier National Park.
Explore the pristine lakes with Glacier Park Boat Company.
Catch trophy-size trout, perch, and whitefish in Flathead Lake.
Browse Native American art and artifacts at the Museum of the Plains Indians.

Family Overview: Glacier National Park and Flathead, Montana

By Candyce H. Stapen

Combine Glacier National Park's soaring peaks and breathtaking views with the nearby Flathead Valley, anchored by crystalline Flathead Lake, and you get an outdoor-loving family paradise in northwestern Montana. Read More

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My sister (76) and I (66) have a nephew living in Calgary. We plan to go there and visit. We want to visit Glacier Park but it has to be an easy sightseeing tour. Is there a train, bus, or other vehicle that would take us on a sightseeing tour? Which is the warmest month to come and visit? We were thinking about August. Thank you for the upcoming email.
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Snow hikes I don't want to get stranded in a blizzard or a snow storM, but would like to winter caMp in the park. When would be the best tiMe? March? April? I have winter caMping experience.
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Traveling by train and want to stay at an inn where day hikes are available. Traveling by AMTrak train and want to stay at an inn where day hikes are available within walking distance.
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Bad Rock B&B

480 Bad Rock Drive
Columbia Falls, MT 59912 Map

Distance: 15.0 mi.
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Izaak Walton Inn

290 Izaak Walton Inn Rd.
Essex, MT 59916 Map

Distance: 22.9 mi.
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Many Glacier Rd.
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Distance: 25.2 mi.
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Airports

Major Airports near Glacier National Park

	Distance (mi.)
Spokane International Airport	174.9 map
Calgary International Airport	179.9 map

Other Smaller Airports near Glacier National Park

	Distance (mi.)
Kalispell Glacier National Park Airport	18.3 map
Missoula Johnson-Bell Field	109.6 map
Great Falls International Airport	139.2 map

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Flight Deals to Glacier National Park

Originating	From
Portland, OR (PDX) to Spokane (GEG)	$126
Sacramento (SAC) to Spokane (GEG)	$207
Ontario (ONT) to Spokane (GEG)	$247

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GORPtravel Adventure Trips & Guided Tours

Glacier National Park & Flathead River - Half Day Rafting Trip
Wild River Adventures
from $46, 1 days
Looking for a hearty dose of thrilling whitewater with spectacular scenery? Then join us on this river adventure which flows along the border of Glacier National Park and features some of the most enjoyable whitewater in Montana. ......
Glacier Waterton Multi-sport
The World Outdoors
from $2998, 6 days
The magnificent parklands of Montana's Glacier and Alberta's Waterton feature some of the most dramatic mountain scenery on earth. Immerse yourself...
3 Day Backpack - A Taste of Glacier National Park
Glacier Guides Inc. / Montana Raft Co.
from $435, 3 days
To experience the true wilderness character of Glacier National Park one must spend a night or more in it‘s backcountry. The three-day...
Glacier National Park - 5 Day Camping Safari
Glacier Guides Inc. / Montana Raft Co.
from $910, 5 days
For those that wish to experience the backcountry in Glacier, and leave the backpack behind, the Glacier Camp Safari is for you. Explore Glacier with...
Glacier National Park & Flathead River - Full Day Rafting Trip
Wild River Adventures
from $78, 1 days
On this wild river adventure trip you will float by towering mountain peaks, run some of the best river rapids in the Glacier National Park area, and...