Glacier National Park
National park · Flathead County ·
Glacier-carved peaks, 700+ miles of trails, wildlife, dark skies
Glacier-carved peaks, 700+ miles of trails, wildlife, dark skies
"I include Glacier National Park in Montana as one of the best contiguous-U.S. locations to see the northern lights beyond Alaska." - Stefanie Waldek
"I consider Glacier National Park in Montana one of the best places in the contiguous U.S. (beyond Alaska) to view the northern lights." - Stefanie Waldek
"As an International Dark Sky Place, Glacier National Park is renowned among northern lights photographers for jagged mountain peaks framing mirror‑like lakes that reflect the aurora, creating highly photogenic scenes; it also forms the Waterton‑Glacier International Peace Park along the Canadian border." - Stefanie Waldek
"I saw a scenic view of the mountains in Glacier National Park, Montana." - Opheli Garcia Lawler Opheli Garcia Lawler Opheli Garcia Lawler is a journalist with a decade of experience, half of which has been dedicated to covering the way we travel. From interviewing former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to digging into Amtrak customer complaint data, Opheli has developed a deep well of knowledge about what shapes our travel experiences. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Experiencing record or close-to-record visitation, this park is busier than usual during summer, which can strain parking, shuttles, and visitor services. To avoid disappointment, arrange lodging and permits months ahead, consider lesser-known trails, and prepare for limited on-site amenities due to staffing shortages." - Stephanie Vermillion Stephanie Vermillion Stephanie Vermillion is a travel journalist and photographer covering culture and adventure for Travel + Leisure Outside, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines