Crown of the Continent Geotourism

24/06/2024

Going-to-the-Sun Road Open!

Services at Logan Pass include restroom facilities, but potable water is currently not yet available. Visitors should plan to bring their own drinking water.

Visitor information services will be provided at the Logan Pass Visitor Center from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.

With Going-to-the-Sun Road fully open, the number of vehicle reservations available will be increased. For the remainder of the season, this increase will be executed through the next-day reservations available at 7 p.m. MDT each day. Vehicle reservations are exclusively available on Recreation.gov and not available at the park.

From 6am - 3pm, now through September 8th, vehicle reservations are required to enter Going-to-the-Sun Road from the west side of the park past Apgar and the North Fork. Starting July 1st, vehicle reservations will be required for Many Glacier.

Vehicle reservations are NOT required to enter Going-to-the-Sun Road from the east side of the park at the St. Mary Entrance.

Visitors with lodging, camping, or commercial activity reservations (e.g., boat tours and horseback rides) do not need a vehicle reservation and can use their confirmation email to access the portion of the park for which their activity is booked. Service reservations originating east of Logan Pass cannot be used instead of a vehicle reservation for access past the Apgar Check Point heading east on Going-to-the-Sun Road.

The park is open 24/7 and visitors may enter the park before 6 a.m. or after 3 p.m. without a vehicle reservation.

21/03/2024

2024 Choteau Wild Wings Festival
March 22 - 24!

Guided Tours of Freezout Lake, Educational Booths, Presentations, Raffle and MORE!

This weekend, thousands and thousands and thousands of birds - ducks, herons, shorebirds, swans, and countless snow geese congregate at Freezeout Lake Wildlife Management Area near . Come learn more about this incredible migration and have a great time while doing so!

Visit https://www.wildwingschoteau.org/ to learn more.



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20/03/2024

Have you experienced the Miracle of America Museum in Polson, MT? If not, you should. It is an unforgetable experience with thousands of unique momentos of history. Dont miss it!

26/02/2024

Check out this incredible color! Beauty at all times of year in Glacier Country!

That lavender haze. 💜

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01/02/2024

Whitefish Winter Carnival is here! CELEBRATING 65 YEARS OF CARNIVAL MAGIC!!
February 2nd - 4th

When February flakes fly the village of Whitefish, Montana gathers to celebrate a tradition of fun, frivolity and friendship known as Whitefish Winter Carnival.

Festivities kick off with a Penguin Plunge (a hole is cut into Whitefish Lake and participants take a dip to raise funds for charity), then include a grand parade, snow sculpture contest, a kiddie carnival, pie social, beer barter, Rotary pancake breakfast, Art Expo and more. The festivities are open to the public and most are free of charge.

Visit https://www.whitefishwintercarnival.com/ for all the info!

24/01/2024

** JANUARY 25th at 8 a.m.**
Advanced Vehicle Reservations open for the North Fork area at Polebridge and the Going-to-the-Sun Road from the West Entrance beginning May 24. Many Glacier advanced vehicle reservations open March 3rd.

Reservations will be continually released every successive day allowing visitors access to the park 120 days in the future — for example, on Jan. 25, reservations will be available for entry on May 24; on Jan 26, reservations will be available for entry on May 25; and so on.

Visit https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10087086 to reserve your vehicle reservations!

22/01/2024

The Economic Outlook Seminar is coming to 9 Montana cities - January 23rd - March 13th.

Learn about the latest economic trends for local economies and the state of Montana, with a special focus on the green energy transition and what it might mean for Montana.

Click here for dates, times, and more information: https://bit.ly/3UaIYSp

09/11/2023

Glacier National Park Vehicle Reservations for 2024

West Entrance - May 24 - Sept 8, 6am - 3pm
Going to the Sun Road beyond Apgar Village - One reservation per vehicle will be required. *New in 2024, vehicle reservations will be valid for one day only. Apgar Village will be accessible without a vehicle reservation.

North Fork - May 24 - Sept 8, 6am - 3pm
One reservation per vehicle will be required. No changes from 2023.

Many Glacier Valley - July 1 - Sept 8, 6am - 3pm
One reservation per vehicle will be required. No changes from 2023.

East Entrance - No vehicle reservation required.

Two Medicine - No vehicle reservation required.
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* Jan 25, 8am MST - A portion of vehicle reservations go on sale at recreation.gov

* May 23 - Sept 7, 7pm MDT - Vehicle reservations on sale for next day entry.

* Entrance passes are required all days/times.

* Vehicle reservations are not required for tribal members.

Visit https://www.nps.gov/glac/planyourvisit/vehicle-reservations.htm for more information

05/08/2023

Heads up to those visiting Glacier and the surrounding area: fire danger is now at extreme. Conditions are incredibly dry, and fires that start are spreading fast.

As of today, the park is in Stage 2 fire restrictions. Key items for park visitors to note are:
- No campfires or charcoal fires
- No smoking outside, unless in an area 3’ in diameter that’s clear of all flammable materials

(Note that devices, like most camp stoves, that are fueled solely by liquid petroleum or LPG fuels, and can be turned on and off, ARE allowed in an area that is barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials with 3 feet of the device.)

Thank you for your efforts to prevent fire starts!

See https://www.mtfireinfo.org/pages/restrictions for more detailed information, but expect restrictions across Northwest Montana.

31/07/2023

This is most definitely a post!

Recent dry lightning has caused several wildfires where fire danger is already EXTREMELY HIGH. Open fire bans are in place in Canada and Montana.

🔥Be prepared!
🔥Know where the fires are in your area and be prepared to change plans!
🔥Visit https://crownofthecontinent.net/ and click KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

25/07/2023

is well underway and fire danger is HIGH with the very warm, very dry conditions . Nearly 9 out of 10 wildfires nationwide are human caused and can be prevented. Please please please by being safe and wise with fire!💦🔥💦

15/07/2023

ARTS IN THE PARK -- Downtown Kalispell - Northwest Montana's Premiere Arts Event July 14-16! Juried Artist Booths, 16 live music and dance performances all 3 days, food trucks, beer and wine garden, kids and family activities, and MORE!

14/07/2023

The event you've waited for - UNDER THE BIG SKY starts TODAY!!

🎟 TICKETS: Screenshot your ticket and have it ready on your phone for a smooth entrance. Printed tickets are OK as well! Hold on to your ticket to be scanned daily.

🛜 WIFI will be available at the entrance gates

🚎 SHUTTLES are free! Note your nearest pickup.

🚙 PARKING is free, note your entrance.
🚗 GA PARKING is on VOERMAN & EDGEWOOD DR. Check your email for your preferred lot.
🚙 VIP PARKING is on EDGEWOOD DR.
🚗 ADA PARKING is on VOERMAN & EDGEWOOD DR.

🙌 Check our FAQs for what you can & can't bring. Items listed on our website or via link in bio!

10/07/2023

07/07/2023

Guess what's new in Fernie BC! Fernie Valley Pathway is a newly paved 5.3km long inclusive trail great for a diversity of users. The trail starts at the Fernie Visitor Centre or at Maiden Lake and continues all the way to the Mt Fernie Rd. Walk, run, bike, skate or just stroll and enjoy the beautiful views!

Thank you to City of Fernie and Fernie Trails Alliance - FTA for making this project happen!

📸: Beartooth Media

28/06/2023

After 150 years, bison have returned to Glacier National Park! 🦬

Read the article "Blackfeet Bring Bison Home to Chief Mountain" by Tristan Scott to learn why this unique project is so important.
Click here https://bit.ly/44hCljL.

📸 Fantatastic photos of this historical event by Hunter D’Antuono | Flathead Beacon.

26/06/2023

The newest installment of 'This is Fernie! with Sadie' is here! Meet some of the very talented musicians, singers and songwriters that make Fernie and beyond come alive with music!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ntp6l2rzmU

13/06/2023

Sun Road Season has begun! Thanks so much to the fantastic road crews that do the dangerous job of opening the road for us!

🛣️ Going-to-the-Sun Road is officially open all the way through! Huge shout out to the road crew and all teams working hard to get it open! Read the full press release here: https://www.nps.gov/glac/learn/news/going-to-the-sun-road-opens-for-the-2023-season.htm

🎫 With Going-to-the-Sun Road fully open, the number of vehicle reservations available will be increased in the corridor daily starting today. Find out more about vehicle reservations here: https://ow.ly/xPUV50OMQea

!!!BONUS!!! A bonus episode of Headwaters, GNP’s podcast was just dropped this morning! Listen to find out why the park has a vehicle reservation system. (Episode is listed as the very last one on page 3) https://www.nps.gov/podcasts/headwaters.htm?season=0&hiderightrail=true&maxrows=10&sortby=date%2Ddesc&reinit=false&startrow=21

08/06/2023

Kimberley’s close proximity to trail networks, mountain ranges and untouched wilderness means it’s the perfect place to hit the trails and enjoy the great outdoors! Before you head out, be sure to familiarize yourself with planning, safety, trail etiquette and wildlife awareness, then stock up on relevant maps, apps and guidebooks. Most of all, have fun out there and enjoy the journey!

Visit Kootenay Rockies-BC's Mountain Playground for great information about the area!

We see you out there getting those June hikes in, Kimberley!

Kimberley’s close proximity to trail networks, mountain ranges and untouched wilderness means it’s the perfect place to hit the trails and enjoy the great outdoors. Before you head out, be sure to familiarize yourself with planning, safety, trail etiquette and wildlife awareness, then stock up on relevant maps, apps and guidebooks. Most of all, have fun out there and enjoy the journey!

What hike is on your to-do list this month?

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📍 Lakit Lookout

06/06/2023

Hot springs arent just for winter! that Spring and Summer are great for soaking too? With five hot springs , you can relax and refresh regardless of the weather.

Click below to see a detailed trip plan that takes you on a big loop to visit all five hot springs plus some other great stops along the way.

👀💦https://bit.ly/3GEOfYB or visit Kootenay Rockies-BC's Mountain Playground for more.

01/06/2023

Way to go Flathead Land Trust and partners bringing new trails to the Bigfork area!

The Harrell Forest Project, a collaboration between the Flathead Land Trust, Trust for Public Lands and Montana Land Reliance, will add six miles of nonmotorized trail near Bigfork

17/05/2023

Whatta difference a day makes! has arrived in the Crown early this year from more than a hundred wildfires in Alberta and BC.

The smoke in the air could lead to some colorful sunsets and sunrises but you should imit outdoor activity when air quality is poor.

and plan accordingly. Check Montana air quality here - https://bit.ly/3IlLa2Z



📸: Flathead Valley looking north toward Whitefish. Photos by Philip Granrud, Philip Granrud Photography and Laura Hodge.

03/05/2023

18/04/2023

If you're coming to northwest Montana, do yourself a favor and spend some time strolling the heart of Kalispell in our cute downtown.

29/03/2023

It's time to dust off the bear spray! The grizzlies are waking up hungry.

24/03/2023

GO OUT! LOOK UP! *when it's dark* You just might see the beautiful tonight!

The Space Weather Prediction Center issued a geomagnetic storm watch for the upcoming weekend.

The watch is in effect from Thursday through Saturday but is expected to peak tonight. If last night was any indication... WOW! Can't get much better than that!

Check out SWPC at http://bit.ly/3lFMoOq or download one of the many Aurora watch apps to get notifications.

📸: Craig Solin Photography

20/03/2023

Check out the fantastic Headwaters Podcast brought to you by Glacier National Park Conservancy! Season Three just released.

It's finally here!!!

The trailer for Headwaters season 3 just dropped.

Who is excited for the new season? 🙋‍♀️

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/becoming-trailer/id1542669779?i=1000604248252

15/03/2023

2023 Choteau Wild Wings Festival
March 24 - 26!

Guided Tours of Freezout Lake, Educational Booths, Presentations, Raffle and MORE!

In just a couple of weeks, thousands and thousands and thousands of birds - ducks, herons, shorebirds, swans, and countless snow geese congregate at Freezeout Lake Wildlife Management Area near . Come learn more about this incredible migration and have a great time while doing so!

Visit https://www.facebook.com/wildwingschoteau/ for all the details.




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13/03/2023

Not into skiing or snowboarding? Have you tried fat biking? It's a great way to enjoy the snow without being so hard on the old knees!

Check out the link below to learn more about Fat biking Fernie!

08/03/2023