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Glacier Guides & Montana Raft
  • Raft
    • Whitewater Rafting
    • Scenic Floats
    • Overnight Rafting
    • Family Friendly Rafting
    • Private Rafting Trips
    • Combination Adventures
    • Rafting FAQ
    • Rafting Packing List
  • Hike
    • Day Hikes
    • Nature Walk
    • Backpacking Trips
    • 5-Day Glacier Challenge
    • Chalet Trips
    • Combination Adventures
    • Family Friendly Hiking
    • Private Hiking Trips
    • Physical Ratings for Hiking & Backpacking Trips
    • Hiking FAQ
    • Hiking Packing List
    • Porter Services
  • Fish
    • Full-Day Fishing
    • Half-Day Fishing
    • Overnight Fishing
    • Smith River, Montana
    • Fishing FAQ
    • Fishing Packing List
  • Bike
    • Guided Biking
    • Bike Rentals
    • 4 Day Glacier National Park Bike Adventure
    • Combination Adventures
    • Bike Shuttle
    • Biking FAQ
    • Biking Packing List
  • Stay
    • Guest House Options
    • Glacier Guides Lodge
    • Chalet Trips
  • Plan
    • GNP Insider’s Guide
    • GNP Current Conditions
    • FAQ: Vehicle Reservations for GNP
    • Family Friendly Trips
    • Custom Adventures
    • When to Visit
    • What to Do in Glacier
    • Local Transportation
    • Glacier Area Lodging
    • Information for Groups
    • Maps & Travel Info
    • What to Pack
    • Glacier National Park Equipment Rentals
    • Hours & Directions
    • Reservation & Cancellation Policies
    • Specials
    • Gift Cards
  • About
    • Why Choose Us?
    • Environmental Efforts
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Glacier Guides and Montana Raft

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  • Biking Testimonial

    Amazing time riding bikes on the Going to the sun road! Very helpful staff made sure that we had the best possible time.

    — Matt Thielen

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  • Hiking Testimonial

    Went on a guided hike to Avalanche Trail yesterday with our guide Tom. Perfect way to experience the Park for the first time. I learned so much about the Park as Tom pointed out many interesting points that I would have not known if I went alone. Enjoyed the company of 5 other guests. Took a van ride about 16 miles in to access the Trail. Tom brought lunches for each and we ate halfway through on the shore of a beautiful lake. I enjoyed asking questions to learn and Tom had the answers. I would highly recommend taking a guided hike with Glacier Guides even if you’ve been to the Park before. Glad I did.

    — Peter Lemp

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    Glacier National Park Backpacking Trips
  • Hiking Testimonial

    What an amazing experience! Just finished a four day backpacking trip with guide, Jen. Jen was extremely professional and so “in tune” to the group. Her knowledge of the surroundings we walked through was incredible. It’s clear she holds a passion for what she does that really shines through. She went above and beyond to help give me a most memorable first time experience at Glacier. Thank you!

    — Jessica Wolf

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  • Hiking Testimonial

    Glacier guides was more than I could’ve imagined! My Friends and I did the 5 day glacier challenge and it was amazing! They offer longer hikes and shorter hikes. I thought I would do all the long hikes but I didn’t every day. Every hike you take is absolutely stunning!! definitely do what your body will allow, you’ll still be very satisfied! Best part of the challenge is most certainly the guides… TOM MATELICH is awesome! he is a wonderful leader, cook, guide, absolutely hilarious and all around great guy! ARI MELINGER-COHEN is super chill and very calming to be around, extremely knowledgeable and very caring. MAKETE ROESCH is magical, super helpful and can pretty much answer anything you want to know (especially about bears and flowers). All these guys are seriously the best and when I go back I will 100% be requesting them. Glacier guides couldn’t have made this experience any better! Forever grateful for their guidance and the love they have for this beautiful place!

    — Britney Doe

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  • Our Guides

    My family and I went on a white water raft with Nicolette and it was one of the best experiences! Nic has such an awesome personality and really made an already awesome experience even better. The views you get to see along this ride are great. I highly recommend taking a trip with this company!

    — Kelsey Morgan

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Glacier Guides & Montana Raft Insider's Guide To Glacier National Park

At Glacier Guides and Montana Raft, we’re locals, and we love Glacier National Park with all of our hearts. So, we decided to share the love and put together our very own Glacier National Park Insider’s Guide. In it, you’ll find our recommendations on the top 10 adventures in Glacier. We also weigh in on what to pack, where to eat, what to drink, and where to stay. You’ll also find information on typical weather conditions around Glacier. We’ve even listed our our favorite things to do in the neighboring communities.

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We received our first no star review …. Joking We received our first no star review …. 

Joking aside, let’s talk bear spray: not for cooking, not for wearing, definitely not for bears to enjoy.

Before you go full pepper power, try not to invite the bear to brunch. Make noise, hike in groups, don’t surprise them, and keep your snacks sealed tight. If a bear still gets too close, stand your ground, stay calm, and prepare to engage your spray canister. 

Keep it handy, pull the safety tab, aim low, and spray when a bear gets too friendly: about 30-60 feet away. This is a powerful deterrent, and will completely disorient the bear/cause pain, so use it when only when threatened.

We offer bear spray rentals in our office in West Glacier, and recommend always traveling in groups while enjoying Griz country!
Look who’s applied to GGMR!! Come get a photo wi Look who’s applied to GGMR!! Come get a photo with our new celebrity guide 📸 

We are holding a contest to name our new Griz friend - leave your idea in the comments, and we will hold a vote next week with our office’s top 5 favorites! 🐻 🐾
Happy 4th of July from GGMR!! Celebrate responsibl Happy 4th of July from GGMR!! Celebrate responsibly and follow Leave No Trace guidelines while recreating on the rivers roads and trails 🇺🇸❤️ 📸: @tmatelich
It’s America’s birthday weekend and we are SO It’s America’s birthday weekend and we are SO excited to see y’all out here on the Rivers Roads & Trails!! 🇺🇸🌟
Veterans and Active Service Members, Glacier Guide Veterans and Active Service Members, Glacier Guides & Montana Raft wants to thank you for your service by offering FREE half day raft trips this July 4th & 5th, with additional family members receiving 10% off - call 406.387.5555 to reserve your spot on the River and enjoy a peaceful day surrounded by America’s natural beauty 🇺🇸 both scenic & whitewater options are available
June was one for the books!! 🌞 📸: @sydkuba June was one for the books!! 🌞 

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info@glacierguides.com

Address:

11970 US Highway 2 E
P.O. BOX 330
West Glacier, MT 59936

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