WEST GLACIER, Mont. – The Going-to-the-Sun Road is scheduled to fully open to motorized vehicles on June 22.Â
Conditions may change quickly, possibly delaying the opening if rockfalls or other natural events occur.
WEST GLACIER, Mont. – The Going-to-the-Sun Road is scheduled to fully open to motorized vehicles on June 22.Â
Conditions may change quickly, possibly delaying the opening if rockfalls or other natural events occur.
Bicyclists have access to the full length until June 21.Â
Glacier National Park officials asked bicyclists to use caution as administrative vehicles may be on the Going-to-the-Sun Road beyond the closures until June 19.
Bicycle restrictions will be in place when the road opens to motor vehicles for the safety of all park visitors.
From when Going-to-the-Sun Road is fully open to vehicles through September 27, bicycles are prohibited from Apgar to Logan Pass going eastbound between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m.
From when Going-to-the-Sun Road is fully open to vehicles through September 27, bicycles are prohibited from Logan Pass to Apgar going westbound between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Bicycle safety reminders include:
Always wear a helmet.
Maintain speed.
Bicyclists must obey the same rules and regulations that apply to motorized vehicles.
Bring a headlamp if biking in the early morning, late afternoon, or evening.
Never leave food unattended, including in bicycle panniers and backpacks.
When riding an e-bike, mount and dismount carefully. The added weight of the battery and motor assist technology can add twenty or more pounds to a bike’s typical weight.
Electric bicycles (e-bikes) are allowed if the motor is less than 750 watts (1 hp) and engaged only while pedaling.
Make sure to carry and understand how to use bear spray and understand the dos and don’ts of a wildlife encounter.
Check tire pressure before setting out and keep tools necessary to change a tire.
Additionally, Logan Pass changes have gone into effect for the 2026 season. Reservations for vehicles are unavailable.Â
The Going-to-the-Sun Road Shuttle service will be replaced with a ticketed Logan Pass Shuttle for hikers of the Highline Trail, as well as for visitors wishing for a longer stay at Logan Pass.Â
The Logan Pass Shuttle system and three-hour timed parking at Logan pass begins on July 1.Â
The Logan Pass Visitor Center will open the Visitor information services and the Glacier National Park Conservancy bookstore on June 22.Â
Park officials reminded visitors to pack water and snacks. Food and water are not available for purchase at the Logan Pass Visitor Center, but a water bottle filling station will be available.Â
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