Pack for grizzly country, alpine ridges, and glacial lakes
Build My Glacier Pack List →Glacier National Park in Montana features 700 miles of trails, turquoise lakes, and the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road. Home to grizzly bears, mountain goats, and wolverines. Use this packing guide as a starting point, then let PackList's AI personalize it based on your exact dates, activities, and gear preferences.
A showcase of melting glaciers, alpine meadows, carved valleys, and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a paradise for adventurous visitors seeking a landscape steeped in human culture. Relive the days of old through historic chalets, lodges, and the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road.
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Going-to-the-Sun Road Spring Status Park Closure
Going-to-the-Sun Road is open to Avalanche Creek on the west side of the park. On the east side, the road is open to Jackson Glacier Overlook. Travel on open sections of the road may change due to spring weather conditions. Visitors should check road conditions before their arrival.
Make noise constantly on the trail — surprise grizzly encounters can be fatal
Travel in groups of 4+ in grizzly country when possible
Carry bear spray clipped to your hip — not buried in your pack
Going-to-the-Sun Road closes in winter — check seasonal access dates
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