How long is the drive from Los Angeles to Glacier National Park?
1362 miles
How do you get to Glacier National Park on a budget?
To explore Glacier on a budget, spend a minimum of two nights on the east side and two nights on the west side. For the four-night/five-day trip, drive Going-to-the-Sun Road over Logan Pass in between the two lodging locations on the third day.
Does it cost to go to Glacier National Park?
Glacier National Park has had an entrance fee since 1914. The current rate of $30 per vehicle or $25 per motorcycle has been in effect since 2016. The park is one of 117 in the National Park System that charges an entrance fee. The remaining 300 sites are free to enter.
What is the entrance fee for Glacier National Park?
$35.00
Do you need reservations to get into Glacier National Park?
The reservation costs $2 and is required in addition to a park pass. The entry reservation is valid for seven days and visitors can enter the park on any day of their reservation to validate it. During that seven-day period, visitors can enter the Going-to-the-Sun Road corridor as many times as they want.
Is there a shuttle from Kalispell to Glacier National Park?
There are cheap ($5-10) shuttles that travel from Whitefish, Columbia Falls and Kalispell to Glacier National Park. Tickets must be purchased in advance for the Whitefish shuttle.
How far is Kalispell from Glacier?
to East Glacier From:
| Location | Distance | Estimated Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whitefish | 81 miles | 1.75 hours |
| Kalispell | 88 miles | 1.75 hours |
| West Glacier | 60 miles | 1.25 hours – HWY 2 |
| Many Glacier | 65 miles | 1.5 hours – US 89 |
Should I stay in Whitefish or Kalispell?
Whitefish is bigger, is near the ski resort of Big Mountain (you can take a gondola ride to the top for a killer view), and has more hotels, shops, and restaurants. Lots to enjoy there. Kalispell is the center of commerce for the Flathead Valley.
What kind of car do I need for Glacier National Park?
We always rent a compact (Cobalt or Focus) and have never experienced problems. I would not try to take it on the inside north fork road or any of those types of rougher roads. For driving across the park and into the main areas, Many Glacier, Two Medicine, you should be fine.
How do you get around a glacier without a car?
How to Get to Glacier (Without Your Car)
- Eagle Transit’s Kalispell to Glacier Park Shuttle.
- Amtrak’s Empire Builder.
- Free Going-to-the-Sun Road Shuttle.
- Xanterra Hiker Shuttle.
Can you visit Glacier Without Going-to-the-Sun Road?
You will only be visiting Many Glacier or Two Medicine areas of the park and do not plan to drive Going-to-the-Sun Road. You do not need a reservation to enter Many Glacier or Two Medicine.