Glacier National Park

The Roads of Glacier

The main developed part of Glacier is traversed by the Going-to-the-Sun Road, widely considered one of the best scenic drives in North America. The road starts out relatively wide and straight from the western entrance and along Lake McDonald, then becomes steep, winding, and very narrow as it climbs to Logan Pass. From the pass down to Saint Mary, the road gradually returns to its original ease, this time along Saint Mary Lake. Other shorter, but very scenic roads, lead into the Many Glacier and Two Medicine sections, and should not be missed.

West Entrance Sign in Glacier National Park in Montana

Going-to-the-Sun Road Part 1

Start Point: Mile 0 – West Entrance
End Point: Mile 10.8 – Lake McDonald Lodge

Avalanche Gorge in Glacier National Park in Montana

Going-to-the-Sun Road Part 2

Start Point: Mile 10.9 – Lake McDonald Lodge
End Point: Mile 32.2 – Logan Pass parking area

St Mary Lake in Glacier National Park in Montana

Going-to-the-Sun Road Part 3

Start Point: Mile 32.3 – Logan Pass parking area
End Point: Mile 50.2 – Saint Mary Entrance