Glacier Guides & Montana Raft Blog

Let us start off by saying, there is a whole other level of beauty in Glacier in the winter. There’s just something about waking up to see snowy mountains in the brisk morning air. Or watching the alpenglow along the Lake McDonald skyline in the early evening light.

We recommend our fellow Glacier National Park concession partner, Swan Mountain Outfitters, for horseback riding in and around Glacier National Park. Ride horses in the park, then go rafting with us!

We love biking. Better for the Earth, better for your health, and a whole lot more fun than driving! We guide biking in Glacier National Park, and rent bikes too, so we know the answers to the most frequently asked questions about biking in our area of the world.

If you’re visiting Glacier National Park in May or June, biking the Going to the Sun Road is a must do!

Vacation – we all want it. But not all of us want to plan it. So, here’s your July Glacier National Park Itinerary, from your Glacier National Park guides since 1983!

Glacier National Park in December is typically silent and sparkling. It’s the last month of the year that the Sun Road and the Camas Road are plowed. We’ve had plenty of magical moments in the park in the darkest month of the year. If you’re thinking of visiting the park in December, you’ll need to… Read more »

If you’re thinking of hiking Siyeh Pass in the fall, there are a few things you should know. It’s not every autumn that Siyeh Pass is still accessible to hikers. Glacier National Park can see snow every month of the year, and September snows are the rule, not the exception.

November In Glacier National Park You can often see, and hear, your breath in November in Glacier National Park. Flaming trees and frosty meadows abound. The cold silence is thrilling to prepared visitors – but preparation is the key to success! Read on for our advice on Glacier National Park trips in November. What’s Open… Read more »

Gunsight Lake Waterfalls, Moose Habitat, and Glaciers Galore The hike to Gunsight Lake in Glacier National Park makes for an incredibly scenic day. This hike is known for its up close and personal views of Blackfoot and Jackson glaciers on the way to the spectacular lake. Difficulty: Advanced. 12.6 miles, 1500 feet. This hike is challenging,… Read more »