Northwest Montana is a magical place that is home to Glacier National Park, which welcomed 3.1 million people in 2025. Total visitors were down about 200,000 people, but that is still a lot of people. If you’re willing to explore a little farther, there is solitude to be found on many trails. You’ll love the… Continue reading I’ve updated my Glacier National Park post for 2026, including new rules for Going-to-the-Sun Road, Park Shuttle, Logan Pass and Glacier Park International Airport changes.
Category: Glacier Park Trails
Glacier – Johns Lake Loop Trail
If you're looking for adventure without the crowds, visiting national parks in the winter is a safe bet. We are well into winter in NW Montana, and the upper elevations have received a good amount of snow already. We're hoping the lower elevations catch up soon. In today's post, I share our day exploring Johns… Continue reading Glacier – Johns Lake Loop Trail
Apgar Lookout – Glacier
Every day, since we've moved to NW Montana from Jupiter, Florida we've enjoyed a sense of awe about living in this wild, beautiful place. As many of you know, we've been dreaming about living here for 20 years, and thanks to some hard work, smart savings and lucky real estate timing, we are thrilled to… Continue reading Apgar Lookout – Glacier
Trail Tales
During our trip to NW Montana this past September, we explored a few new spots in Glacier National Park. The weather was gorgeous, and the trails had fewer folks on them. Fall is one of our favorite times of year in NW Montana, so we were thrilled to be out and about doing what we… Continue reading Trail Tales
Epic Trail – Lessons Learned
Views from the Pitamakan Pass - Dawson Pass Loop photo by Majestic Meadows Design In today's post, I'll share one of our recent adventures in NW Montana. I'll also tell you where we stayed and our favorite spots to eat. We've been coming to NW Montana for over 25 years, exploring many wilderness areas including,… Continue reading Epic Trail – Lessons Learned
Triple Divide Pass
During our Northwest Montana trip this year, we spent time on one of our all-time favorite trails - Triple Divide Pass. This trip, we wanted to explore spots new to us, including a day boating on Flathead Lake. In today's post, I'll share our impressions for this trail, as well as a brief overview of… Continue reading Triple Divide Pass
Explore Northwest Montana
Oh, how we love this bit of paradise! NW Montana is special for many reasons, including the mountains, lakes, people, and abundant wildlife. We've planned a two-week trip this July and we can't wait to hit the trails. Glacier National Park is big, so you will want to plan time on the West and East… Continue reading Explore Northwest Montana
Highline Trail – Glacier National Park
Views from Highline Jim and I love to visit national parks in the U.S. We have visited many national parks, including North Cascades, Yellowstone, Yosemite, but Glacier National Park, established in 1910 is one of our favorites for several reasons. With over 1 million acres, if you are willing to explore the 734 trails, you… Continue reading Highline Trail – Glacier National Park
Glacier – 10 Reasons to Visit
Updated for 2026, including new rules for Going-to-the-Sun Road, Park Shuttle, Logan Pass and Glacier Park International Airport changes. Northwest Montana is a magical place that is home to Glacier National Park, which welcomed 3.1 million people in 2025. Total visitors were down about 200,000 people, but that is still a lot of people. If… Continue reading Glacier – 10 Reasons to Visit
Siyeh Pass to Sunrift Gorge -Glacier National Park
Siyeh Pass Trail A stunning Preston Park, brimming with bright-yellow Glacier Lilies offers a hint of what's to come on this trail. We crossed a beautiful stream and enjoyed epic mountain views throughout this journey. The reward is worth the rocky ascent up and over Siyeh Pass. To begin your journey, park at the Siyeh… Continue reading Siyeh Pass to Sunrift Gorge -Glacier National Park
