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Glacier National Park, Montana: Lodging, Hiking and Backpacking Equipment

Follow a seasonal worker’s advice and travel Glacier National Park, Montana like a local, not a tourist. US National Park vacations are to escape crowds, not become a face in one.

Custom Montana Vacation Trip Itineraries

Don't rely on impersonal guidebooks. Get a custom, trip itinerary for your Glacier National Park & Montana vacations from a local

Montana Airports - Finding Cheap Flights to Glacier National Park

Montana Airports: Book your vacation early for the best travel deals to Glacier

Glacier National Park Lodging and Accommodations

Glacier National Park lodging options can range from rustic cabins, to backwoods camping, to modern hotel rooms. Find the ideal accommodations for your family vacation.

Common Glacier National Park Questions

Questions about Glacier National Park asked by our readers

Going To The Sun Road - Glacier National Park's Architectural Marvel

No trip to Glacier National Park is complete without driving Going To The Sun Road, America's most breathtaking 52 miles.

Montana Fish and Wildlife Fact File - Glacier National Park

Wolves, grizzly bears, mountain lions and bald eagles: Montana fish and wildlife is world-renowned. Learn the secrets of viewing America’s most endangered animals and species.

Hiking Through Grizzly Bear Habitat in Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park is grizzly bear habitat. Know essential hiking tips for preventing an encounter and grizzly bear attack on the trail.

Wildflower Identification Guide for Glacier National Park

Prairies of orange, purple and yellow, but what are their names? Use this wildflower identification guide to id Indian Paintbrush, bear grass and more throughout Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park Hiking Guide

Glacier National Park hiking options are endless. Use this guide for trail descriptions, hiking tips, and gear reviews such as hiking clothes and boots.

Backpacking Equipment Guide for Hiking Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park is a wilderness park. Find out the right hiking and backpacking equipment you need to enjoy your time in the park.

Picking The Best Sleeping Bag

Don't let cold weather or wet nights ruin your family vacation: learn how to choose the best sleeping bag

Best Hiking Boots - How to Choose a Hiking Boot

Purchasing the best hiking boots to explore trails on is a daunting task. Here are tips and recommendations on factors to consider when purchasing a new pair of boots.

Polebridge Montana - Glacier National Park's Paradise within Paradise

Polebridge Montana is Glacier National Park's best kept secret. Come escape the tourist crowds, listen to the wolves howl, and eat the best cinnamon rolls at The Merc.

Tour Whitefish MT - Montana's Best Ski Town

Only 17 miles from Glacier National Park, Whitefish MT offers a slice of modernity in Montana's mountains. Come read why you should visit during your vacation.

Montana Facts: Everything Montana

Montana Facts: History, state flower, wildlife, weather, land for sale and more!

Glacier Park Inc - Seasonal Summer Jobs

Do you have what it takes to spend a summer working in paradise? Learn about seasonal jobs with Glacier Park Inc and other Montana employment opportunities

Life in Glacier National Park, Montana

How I ended up in Glacier National Park and made a website about it. Read this writer's story and let it inspire you to make your travel and financial dreams come true.

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Best Ultralight Backpacking Gear & Supplies

Backpacking ultralight no longer means being uncomfortable and a minimalist hiker - How to purchase ultralight backpacking gear & maintain sanity

Sleeping Bag Pad - Why You Need One

Camping without a sleeping bag pad can ruin your vacation - Sleep comfortably & stay healthy with an inflated, thermarest mattress pad below you

Sleeping Bag Reviews - Top 5 Models

Sleeping bag reviews, including cold weather, ultralight for backpacking, kid sleeping bags, and best priced. Or contribute and submit a review of your favorite sleeping bag.

Sleeping Bag Storage & Care Instructions

Extend your sleeping bag's lifespan by following these sleeping bag storage and care instructions

Ultralight Sleeping Bag Reviews

Stay warm, dry and pack light: how to choose an ultralight sleeping bag for backpacking and hiking.

Youth Sleeping Bags - Boy & Girl Sleeping Bag Reviews

Your child will shiver through the night in an adult sleeping bag-- Instill a love of the outdoors with youth sleeping bags, which are designed for kids.

Cheap Marmot Sleeping Bag Products - Reviews & Comparisons

Handpicked selection of the best and cheapest marmot sleeping bag products - price comparison & user reviews

Cheap Sleeping Bag - Which To Purchase and Finding Killer Deals

Learn about the best, cheap sleeping bag that's not from Wal-mart and discover the secret to finding backpacking gear cheap!

Guide to Double Sleeping Bags

Double sleeping bags allow you to sleep with your loved one, but have drawbacks. Learn if 2 person sleeping bags are for you

Best Compact Sleeping Bags - How to Purchase

Compact sleeping bags make traveling the world and camping easy – learn how to pick the best compressible sleeping bags and stuff sacks

Dog Sleeping Bag Guide - Camping With Your Dog

Advice on hiking and camping with your dog: most breeds need a dog sleeping bag to keep warm through the night.

Preventing a Grizzly Bear Attack

Although rare, occasionally a grizzly bear attack happens in Glacier National Park. Take a few minutes to learn how to prevent and survive a grizzly bear encounter while hiking.

Bear Repellent - Preventing A Grizzly Bear Attack

Bear repellent will keep your family safe from an aggressive grizzly bear -- but only if used properly

Hiking Through Grizzly Bear Habitat Stories

Have you seen a grizzly bear while hiking? Visitors to this website share their stories of hiking through grizzly bear habitat

Bear Awareness in Glacier National Park

I don't want to scare you (or anyone else who reads this), but I think one should be very aware of bears when hiking in Glacier National Park. It

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Hole in the Wall August 07

On the second day of a backcountry trip in Glacier, we shared our area with a Grizzly. Our route was a shuttle from Goat Haunt to Kintla Lake via

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Grizzly Bear Stops Our Hike to Gross Ventre Falls

Back in 2004, my wife Yumi and I had set up camp at Cosley Lake and decided to hike over to Gros Ventre Falls, since we were headed over to Elizabeth

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Grizzly Encounters in Glacier National Park

In August of 2008 my hiking partner spotted a grizzly while we were on the Grinnell Glacier trail in Glacier National Park, just below a waterfall

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Grizzly Bear Near Many Glacier Lodge

In 2007, we were hiking back from Grinnel Glacier in the late afternoon. Towards the bottom of the glacier trail, where it meets up with the trail

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Grizzly Bear Attacks - Top 5 Questions to Survive an Attack

Knowledge is the best way to prevent grizzly bear attacks. Learn common mistakes hikers make in grizzly bear habitat, how to avoid grizzly bear charges and live through an attack

Purchasing Hiking Clothes - Advice & Reviews on Outdoor Clothing

Choosing the best hiking clothes is essential for staying warm, dry & comfortable. Learn what fabrics to look for and how to find discount outdoor clothing & apparel.

Sports Hydration Backpack - Why You Need One

Staying hydrated has never been easier. Learn about the best hydration backpack systems and find one perfect for you.

Purchasing Hiking Shorts - How To Choose the Best Hiking Clothes

Stay warm, dry and comfortable on the trail - advice & reviews on the best hiking shorts & apparel to meet your vacation's needs

Portable Water Filter - Keeping Your Drinking Water Safe

From a portable water filter to Iodine tablets, compare backpacking equipment for purifying your water and staying healthy while hiking and camping.

Bowman Lake - Camp & Hike Away From Glacier National Park Tourists

Escape Glacier National Park’s crowds by hiking and camping at Bowman Lake

The Polebridge Mercantile - Glacier National Park's Best Kept Secret

The Polebridge Mercantile offers weary travelers home-baked cookies, gooey cinnamon rolls and more! Learn why you should visit the only store in Montana's last frontier town.

Lake McDonald Lodge - Glacier National Park, Montana

Lake McDonald Lodge is Glacier National Park's ideal, family lodging location - Discover West Glacier hikes and accomodations

West Glacier Montana Hotels & Lodging

Lake McDonald Lodge to Apgar... which do I choose? Learn all about West Glacier Montana lodging options and choose one ideal for your vacation.

East Glacier Montana Hotels & Lodging

Many Glacier to Rising Sun... which do I choose? Learn all about East Glacier Montana lodging options and choose one ideal for your vacation.

Explore Many Glacier Lodge & Hotel - Glacier National Park

Many Glacier Lodge is America's Little Switzerland. Expansive valleys, soaring mountains, day hiking trails and camping accommodations - plan your Montana vacation

Hiking Tips - Glacier National Park

Essential hiking tips to ensure your safety

Hiking Checklist - 40 Hiking Essentials for Safety & Survival

Don't forget essential hiking items - Use this hiking checklist while packing to ensure your safety in the wilderness

Smartwool Socks Review - World's Softest Merino Wool Hiking Socks

Nobody likes itchy feet - smartwool socks use the best merino wool to knit breathable socks that maintain their form and prevent foot blisters by wicking away moisture

Waterproof Hiking Boots - Purchasing Advice

Learn the best materials for waterproof hiking boots to ensure you remain dry, comfortable and safe on hikes, backpacking trips and other outdoor adventures

Hiking Sandal Advice - Purchasing & Usage

How to choose the best hiking sandal footwear. Environments for sports sandals and pros and cons versus hiking boots or shoes

Picking the Best Hiking Shoes

Don't let muddy trails or poor traction cause you to twist an ankle: learn how to pick the best hiking shoes that are waterproof and provide ankle support

Camping Utensils - Picking the Best Camp Cookware

Titanium, aluminum or plastic - A how to guide on choosing camping utensils and cookware that will suit your vacation needs

Purchasing a Kelty Child Carrier - Advice & Reviews

A Kelty Child Carrier is necessary child camping gear, keeping your kid safe and protected, while allowing you both to explore hiking & backcountry trails

Glacier National Park Hiking Videos

Watch Glacier National Park hiking video and discover the park in an entirely new way!

Logan Pass - Glacier National Park's Crowning Jewel

Looking to soak up Continental Divide views and spot wildlife without hiking? Drive to Logan Pass at 6,646 feet above sea level

Exploring Two Medicine - Glacier National Park

Two Medicine has Glacier's most serene campgrounds, splendid waterfalls and towering mountains. Plan your vacation in this remote area

Best Glacier National Park Cabins

Discover Glacier National Park Cabins – Interested in renting a Montana cabin? Most guides will mislead you, leaving you disappointed with your choice. Not this one.

Grizzly Bear Facts & Info

All Grizzly Bear Facts: Largest bear & standard size, grizzly bear attack statistics, diet, world record grizzlies, grizzly habitat and other info

Top 3 Ultralight Backpacks - The Best, Lightest & Most Comfortable

A bare bones ultralight backpack makes hiking a chore. Learn about the best ultralight backpacks, which are lightweight and have a few perks to increase your comfort.

Montana State Bird: The Western Meadowlark

Pictures, information, and facts about the Montana state bird, the Western Meadowlark

Montana State Flower: The Bitterroot

Discover the Montana state flower through pictures, history and interesting facts

Wolf Facts - Interesting Information About Wolves

Everything wolves: Wolf facts include population, habitat, puppies, diet, height & lifespan for North American wolves

What Do Wolves Eat - North American Gray Wolf Diet

What do wolves eat? The North American Gray Wolf diet largely depends on the season. Wolves are not highly skilled predators and must feed on the young and weak

Interesting Mountain Lion Facts

Mountain lion facts and information: Including habitat, range, what mountain lions eat and attack statistics

Mountain Lion Behavior - Determining an Aggressive Mountain Lion

Mountain lion behavior around humans is often shyness. Still, aggressive behavior is a cue that a mountain lion may attack. Learn the difference between curious and aggressive mountain lion actions.

Moose Attack Survival Skills

How to prevent and survive a wild moose attack

Bald Eagle Facts - Interesting Information on Eagles

Everything Bald Eagles: Bald eagle facts include what do bald eagles eat, habitat, population, and nest design.

Whitefish Montana Lodging: Reviews of Best Motels & Hotels in Whitefish

Plan ahead & book your Whitefish Montana Lodging & Accommodations, or risk sleeping in your car instead of a hotel or motel bed.

Activities in Whitefish MT - Hike, Ski, Golf, Fish & More!

What to do in Whitefish MT - Hike Whitefish Mountain, golf Whitefish Golf Course, fish at Whitefish Lake and other outdoor activities

Whitefish Montana Real Estate Advice

Whitefish Montana real estate costs have skyrocketed recently, but gems can be found. Learn if purchasing property or real estate in Whitefish is for you.

Whitefish MT: Traveling to Whitefish, Montana

Getting to Whitefish MT is a daunting task - Learn the best way to travel to Whitefish, Montana

Identify a Yellow Wildflower

Yellow Wildflower Identification Guide: pictures, spotting tips, habitat & Native American uses

Identify Purple Wild Flowers: A How To Guide with Pictures & Descriptions

Identification guide for Rocky Mountain's purple wild flowers, complete with images, habitat, and Native American uses

Identify an Orange Wildflower

Orange Wildflower Identification Guide: pictures, spotting tips, habitat & Native American uses

Indian Paintbrush Wildflower - Pictures & Identification

The Indian Paintbrush grows throughout Glacier National Park's mountains and the Pacific Northwest. Learn how to identify this red wildflower.

Glacier National Park Hiking Trails

My dad and I are visiting Glacier National Park in July. We were wondering which trails to hike? We both enjoy strenuous day hikes that lead to

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Extreme Glacier Park Day Hike

Hey Perry, My wife and I are heading up to GNP for our 1 year anniversary. We don't want to end up bear food so we're sticking to Glacier Park lodges

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Camping with a 25 ft. motorhome in Glacier

During our Glacier National Park vacation, we are planning to camp 2 nights at Apgar Campground and 2 nights at Two Medicine. We would like to

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Glacier Park Accommodations

Do I need to make room reservations in mid- June or will I be able to find lodging in Glacier National Park at that time of year? I cannot make an

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Day Hiking

Are there any good day hikes in Glacier National Park that a family can hike together that go up to a glacier? We are planning a trip at the end of

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Best Family Day Hike in Glacier National Park

What is the best, family day hike in Glacier National Park? Hoping to avoid Grizzly Bears and have a picnic.

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Red Gap Pass & Ptarmigan Trail

Do you know if these Glacier National Park hiking trails will be open in mid to late June 2009? I am concerned about snow. Please mind that I have

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