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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
    • Glacier National Park Multisport Adventure
    • Combination Adventures
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    • Biking FAQ
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    • Chalet Trips
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Glacier Guides and Montana Raft

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  • Group Trip Testimonial

    Our Tuesday half-day guided group hike on the Highline Trail at Logan’s Pass was exciting and literally breathtaking. Jen and Ryan were our guides and were excellent. Billed as a “moderate” hike, the 7-mile round trip hike had some steep inclines, but Jen set a steady pace and seemed to know exactly when the group needed a breather. Ryan gave her credit as the creative chef for the excellent lunch Glacier Guides provided. Be sure to follow the company’s recommendation to dress in layers. Our morning started out with rain and a chill in the air, but the skies eventually turned blue and warm. Bring your camera to capture the natural beauty of the area, including the wildlife. At one point, we were even sharing the trail with a bighorn sheep! We will definitely use Glacier Guides again on our next trip to Montana and will likely book a different day of the week to experience a different trail. Enjoy!

    — Allyn G

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  • Hiking Testimonial

    I went on a six day hike with four guys and our guide, Maketa. It was amazing. We had a wide range of ages 35-70 and our guide was able to create the perfect trip for all of us. It is an unbelievable park and we were able to optimize our time there because of the expert planning from Maketa. Glacier Guides was helpful throughout the experience and I wouldn’t have had the same trip any other way. Definitely a FIVE STAR rating. Best trip of my life!

    — Andrew Rocca

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  • Lodging Testimonial

    Glacier Guides Guest House has everything you could need for your trip to Glacier National Park! The house is very accommodating, fully stocked, and comfortable. And you can’t beat the location. So close to Glacier National Park. Thank you, Glacier Guides, for offering such a great option for families!

    — Jill Bridgeman

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  • Fishing Testimonial

    We booked half day fly fishing afternoon trip on float boat. My husband fly fishes several times a year. I did not fly fish at all until we booked this trip. We were blessed to have our fly fishing guide be Jamie Burkholder. He was FANTASTIC!!!! I caught fish after he very calmly taught me his simple techniques for fly fishing. I would recommend him every time if your looking for a smart and nice guide that definitely knows what he’s doing.

    — Relax483948

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  • Chalet Testimonial

    Our 6-Day Chalet trip was the trip of a lifetime! Being in Glacier, the Chalets, the hikes and the total experience far exceeded our expectations. The guides were fabulous in every way. I can’t say enough about them. We would so do it again!!

    — Kristine P

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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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COMING SOON ➪ Our March Madness Sale is almost COMING SOON ➪

Our March Madness Sale is almost here!

From March 20–23, score a BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE rafting trip when you book with promo code MADNESS26. That’s 50% off when you book two seats on one of our half-day rafting adventures, in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Wild & Scenic Act. 

Perfect excuse to grab a friend and get on the river with us this summer!! 

Valid for:
• Half-Day Scenic Rafting
• Half-Day Whitewater Rafting

Blackout dates: July 2 – August 6
New bookings only. Payment due in full. All sales final.

Mark your calendars, the sale starts in 2 weeks and only lasts 4 days
When it comes to the outdoors, we’ve been expert When it comes to the outdoors, we’ve been experts for decades!! 😆 Any guesses for which of our team members is bringing you to the adventure this Summer? Hint: some work on trail, some work in our office, some are making sure operations run smoothly.

Love, the Glacier Guides Fam ♥
We love our Wild & Scenic River and all the advent We love our Wild & Scenic River and all the adventure it brings!! Read on to learn about how special this area is, and how it’s acknowledged through the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act!! 
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act with us, book a June backpacking trip in March, and Get a FREE full-day rafting trip!! 
Promo code: Wild26 (not case sensitive)

*Details:
• Rafting must take place June 8 or later
• New bookings only
• One free rafting trip per backpacking reservation

Offer valid through March 8th. Book online at glacierguides.com !! We can’t wait to adventure with you. 

📸: @klemgar !!
Two ways to experience Glacier, One epic March dea Two ways to experience Glacier, One epic March deal!!

To celebrate 50 years of the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act, we’re giving you more adventure this summer: 

When you a book a June backpacking trip in March, Get ONE FREE full-day rafting trip!! 
💥 Use promo code: Wild26 (not case sensitive)

March bookings only. Big adventure bonus. Experience the park in June: June is an overlooked time to visit the park, and it’s become one of our favorite months. You can avoid the crowds that July and August bring, and have all of the fun on the rivers, roads, and trails of Glacier National Park! Beautiful mountains, flowing streams, and surrounding wildlife await. 

*Details:
• Rafting must take place June 8 or later
• New bookings only
• One free rafting trip per backpacking reservation

Offer valid through March 8th. Book online at glacierguides.com !! We can’t wait to adventure with you
Is your summer calling for mountains, rivers, back Is your summer calling for mountains, rivers, backpacking and rafting with your favorite outdoor partners? Lunches on trails, and dinner on a wild and scenic river? If yes, check out all we have to offer, including specialty backpacking trips, at glacierguides.com 🌞
Our 2026 Glacier National Park Backcountry Chalet Our 2026 Glacier National Park Backcountry Chalet Trip dates are LIVE! Join us on these dates for a 3-day adventure based out of the iconic Granite Park Chalet: 

July 13th
July 23rd
July 27th
August 3rd
August 10th

Reservations (first come first served) open in 1 hr: February 12th, at 8 AM mountain time! 

This trip offers the best of both worlds in Glacier National Park: immersive backcountry hiking paired with the comfort and character of the historic Granite Park Chalet. Explore Glacier’s stunning interior landscapes by day, then settle in for the night within the original stone walls of a backcountry icon.

Enjoy delicious, home-cooked meals served miles from the nearest road or grocery store, and unwind in the warm glow of the chalet dining room. After dark, step outside to experience Glacier’s internationally recognized dark skies, where stars fill the night in every direction. Best of all, you’ll enjoy this backcountry experience without carrying camping gear. Your daypack will weigh approximately 20 pounds and will include your clothing, lunch, water (two bottles or a hydration system), rain gear, and optional personal items such as a camera, binoculars, sunscreen, and similar essentials. Here’s a list of what to bring.
Depending on trail conditions, you’ll hike to and from the Chalet via either the Loop Trail (3.8 miles with 2,000 feet of elevation gain) or the Highline Trail (7.5 mostly level miles). The Chalet features a fully equipped kitchen and beds with linens, offering rare comfort deep in Glacier’s backcountry. This three-day hut hike provides outstanding opportunities to experience the park’s landscapes, wildlife, and natural history at a relaxed, rewarding pace.

Book online at https://glacierguides.com/stay/chalets/granite-park-chalet/ ♥

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Email:
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Address:

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

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