22: Exploring Glacier -- Best Views, Trails, and Activities

Have you visited Glacier National Park yet? 

This is one of the parks that we get the most questions about! So in this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are exploring this fantastic national park and sharing our best tips for your next trip. 

We love Glacier National Park, and if you’re looking for mountains, waterfalls, hiking trails, and tons of wildlife, we think you’ll love it too! 

Join us as we cover: 

• Why Going-to-the-Sun Road is the most epic national park drive

• What you’ll find on the west side of Going-to-the-Sun Road

• Why Bird Woman Falls is a must-see

• Where to find the best hikes in the park

• What you’ll find on the east side of Going-to-the-Sun Road

• The best way to see glaciers

• Our favorite hikes on the east side of the Going-to-the-Sun Road

• The most dangerous part of visiting this park

• Why we don’t like to use the Glacier shuttle

• Where to find the best huckleberry foods near the park

• Why you’ll love Many Glacier

• Where to spot wildlife in the park

• Our favorite plants to see in the area 

• What to check out at the North Fork Area

• Bowman Lake and huckleberry bearclaws

There are so many incredible things to do in Glacier National Park. While it is busy, there are also plenty of trails that you can go to to get away from the crowds and enjoy the gorgeous scenery. 

If you’re ready to plan your trip to Glacier National Park, head over to YouTube to see our trip-planning videos. You can also check out our itinerary to make planning your trip a breeze! 

Check out the full show notes here.