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Mountains, lakes, wild goats; bring your Montana car rental to Glacier National Park for one certified adventure! Established in 1910, this destination in Northwestern Montana spans over 1 million acres with more than 700 lakes, 500 streams, 175 mountains, as well as 26 glaciers available for viewing. From the dense forests, alpine meadows and jagged-edged peaks, travelers will have a whole world of recreational activities at their disposal while road tripping out west with a vehicle from autoeurope.com. Explorers can even drive to Yellowstone National Park rather easily for more outdoor whimsies. But first, let's discern where Glacier National Park is on the map!

Where is Glacier National Park

Established in 1910, Glacier National Park is located in Northwestern Montana, north of the Flathead National Forest and adjacent to Alberta plus British Columbia. Ranging from grizzly bears to roaming mountain goats, this portion of the Rocky Mountains is as remote and backcountry as it gets. In case you don't have your own vehicle, one of our discount USA car rentals in Montana or perhaps leasing options in Wyoming can be a great alternative to navigate the area. Although shuttles run, the schedules are limited and not as COVID-friendly as car rentals from Jackson Hole or Bozeman; two of the most frequented cities near Glacier National Park!

How to get around Glacier National Park

Whether you are renting an SUV or going for a multi-passenger van to bring the whole family, it will be a piece of cake to drive your Montana car rental around Glacier National Park with the 50-mile smoothly-paved Going-to-the-Sun Road crossing the Continental Divide. Be sure to charge your phone to take pictures because there are some astonishing views on Logan Pass where you will find the highest lookout point at 6,646 feet! Also keep in mind that there is an east and west entrance, not to mention potential road closures due to snow or other inclement weather. All in all, it takes about two hours without stopping to traverse the park with your own vehicle.

What to do in Glacier National Park

Bring your hiking boots because there are plenty of mountains at Glacier National Park to climb like Heavens Peak, Apikuni, among others. Travelers can even bring their bicycle along to also enjoy the two miles of paved bike paths between Apgar and West Glacier. Pro tips for driving on the Going-to-the-Sun Road: start early, plan ahead, familiarize yourself with the route, and always be ready for sudden weather changes. There’s no set date for the Sun Road to be open, so it’s always best to check on the park website the day prior to arriving.

Where to stay in Glacier National Park

Considering that there are eight Class A campgrounds with 943 sites and five Class B with 61 sites, travelers may want to consider renting an RV motorhome at Glacier National Park for some quality time spent in nature. There are even 65 backcountry campgrounds with 208 sites for those seeking a more rustic experience. If camping isn’t your cup of tea, food and lodging can be found along the road at Many Glacier Hotel on Swiftcurrent Lake, Rising Sun, Lake McDonald Lodge, and Apgar Village.