3-Hour Glacier E-Bike Tour
Trip Description
Join Glacier Guides & Montana Raft for a relaxed, family-friendly E-bike adventure through the Lake McDonald area. This scenic 3-hour tour highlights quiet forested roads, historic sites, and the gentle beauty of Glacier’s west-side lowlands. Designed as an easy outing, this loop is perfect for families and casual riders wanting to explore with one of our knowledgeable Glacier Guides. Minimum age for riding an e-bike is 16 if accompanied by an adult.
Pricing
Guided e-bike trip: $169/person
Other: Glacier National Park Entrance Fee (not included in price)
Guide Tip: Industry rate 18-20% (not included in price)
Trip Details
Dates:
Every Mon, Tues, Thur, Sat
From July 1st to September 12th
Meeting Time: 2:00 p.m.
Trip Duration: Typically 3 hours
Distance: About 12 miles, depending on side trips
Additional Fees
Glacier National Park entrance fee. Purchase your pass in advance here. Gratuity for guide not included.
Minimum Age
Minimum age 16 when accompanied by an adult
What's Included, What to Bring
- Included: Our friendly, interpretive guides go with you – they carry safety equipment, such as bear spray, a first aid kit, and bike tools. E-bikes and helmets are included.
- What to Bring
Water bottle
Comfortable active clothing
A warm layer for changing mountain weather
Closed-toe shoes
Camera or phone for photos
Safety First
Friendly reminder: we’ll stay together as a group. Due to insurance regulations, you must ride on our bikes, not yours.
Tour Route
1. Departure from Glacier Guides & Montana Raft
Meet your guide at our West Glacier office at 2 PM for a brief orientation, helmet fitting, and safety review before we roll out on pedal-assist E-bikes.
2. Old Bridge & Middle Fork Viewpoints
We’ll begin by crossing the historic Old Bridge, taking in beautiful views of the Middle Fork of the Flathead River. Your guide will share stories about the bridge’s role in early park access and the surrounding river corridor.
3. Oxbow
Just beyond the Old Bridge, we ride toward the Oxbow of McDonald Creek—an open, scenic bend of the river known for its calm water, tall cottonwoods, and occasional wildlife sightings. It’s a peaceful stretch and a great place to soak in Glacier’s quiet corners.
4. Apgar Townsite – A Historic Stroll Through Time
Pedal into Apgar Village, one of Glacier’s original communities. Your guide will highlight its early homesteading era, the evolution of tourism, and the role Apgar played in shaping access to Lake McDonald. Photo stop along the lakeshore encouraged!
5. Fish Creek Campground
From Apgar, continue along forested roads toward Fish Creek Campground. Enjoy views of McDonald Creek, shaded cedar stretches, and the soft forest quiet that defines this side of the park.
6. Quarter Circle Bridge & McDonald Creek
Our loop continues to Quarter Circle Bridge, a favorite local viewpoint over McDonald Creek. The turquoise water and carved creekbanks offer a beautiful look at Glacier’s glacially-fed hydrology and unique geology.
7. Return to Glacier Guides Headquarters
Finish the tour with an easy ride back to our office, completing the loop in approximately 3 hours.
- Why You’ll Love This Tour
Easy, approachable route — Great for families and casual riders.
Pedal-assist E-bikes — Enjoy Glacier’s scenery with comfortable support.
Historic & interpretive experience — Learn about Apgar’s past, local ecology, and Glacier’s river systems.
Led by a friendly Glacier Guide — Knowledgeable, safety-minded, and excited to share this special corner of the park.
