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Unincorporated community in Montana, United States
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West Glacier is a town at the western entrance to Glacier National Park in Northwestern Montana. This small town teems with tourists during the summer. Winter is quieter and lodging is available, unlike other towns around Glacier.
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Interactive displays of the region. Has gift shop, ice-cream, and pizza.
An exposed riverbank where mountain goats and other animals can be seen. April to August has the most animals.
18 holes, 69 par. Rated #1 in Montana. Opportunities for younger golfers. Bar and grill. RV hook-ups available on-site.
18 hole mini-golf with Glacier themed obstacles and information on each hole. Ice-cream and coffee shop also.
Glacier National Park's rivers and trails guide service, offering rafting, fishing, guided day hiking, chalet treks and backpacking trips. Gear and raft rental also available. Also has lodging, with wi-fi and air conditioning, available from May-October.
Sole provider of horseback tours in Glacier. Also offers horseback riding outside the park. Company provides several fly-fishing packages as well as clinics. Swan Mountain has access to thousands of acres for their hunting packages, which can be for rifle or archery. In the winter, they have snowmobiling excursions or rentals.
Coffee, sandwiches and snacks. Patio seating.
Menu has good variety including make-your-own pizza and lunch buffet.
Small selection but interesting options. Weekly vegan special. Menu on website. Serves cocktails, beer and wine.
Full service menu with great dinners and excellent variety of selection and prices.
Full service bar with restaurant
The first of the great lodges and chalets built for Glacier National Park by Louis Hill of the Great Northern Railway. A fully restored 1910 hotel and restaurant property offers lodging in a historic atmosphere. No TV or phone. Private cabins are available and fill up very fast. Continental breakfast and shuttle service to and from the train station are complimentary. The Grill Dining Room features fresh local foods, Montana brews, fine wines and a full selection of spirits, with live music and views of Glacier Park.
Basic hotel halfway between West Glacier and Essex. Check in and check out is at the Izaak Walton Inn. Once your reservation is confirmed you will receive an email confirmation with check in instructions as well as a pre-arrival email.
In Essex, 30 miles southeast. Undergoing renovations and will reopen Spring 2024. Inn has 2 floors of rooms and the option of a converted railroad caboose. An exceptional dining room is available, with many local specialties prepared to order. The Bison Hash & Eggs at breakfast is a favorite. Rental vehicles are also available from the desk. The Izaak Walton has its own Amtrak stop, served by the Chicago-Seattle-Portland Empire Builder daily.
Basic motel. Located inside the park.
Sites available mid-May to mid-Oct. Full hook-ups, free wi-fi, coin laundry, shower facilities. Can accommodate up to 80 feet in length. Good Sam Park. Able to walk into town.
Glacier National Park's full service fly shop and outdoor store. Hiking, camping, rafting and fishing sales and rentals.
Hiking, rafting, fishing, and lodging company that sells adventures in and around Glacier Park and souvenirs. Maps, bear spray (at cost), t-shirts, hats, swimsuits, fleece shirts, books and food to go. Rafting and camping epuipment rentals.
The business area of town can be walked or biked. You will need a car to access most of the outdoor activities. Transportation is generally provided for guided packages.
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