Glacier National Park News
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Glacier National Park to plug historic oil well near Kintla Lake
July 15, 2026 | 9:12 am
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [July 15, 2026] – Glacier National Park will begin work in late July to plug the historic Butte Oil Well at Kintla Lake. The well, which predates the establishment of the park, was selected for plugging after monitoring detected leaking gases. Work is expected to continue for several weeks and be completed in fall 2026.
Glacier National Park Invites Volunteers to Join in the 2026 Annual Noxious Weed Blitz
July 2, 2026 | 1:44 pm
West Glacier, Mont. [June 25, 2026] – The Crown of the Continent Research Learning Center (CCRLC) and Glacier National Park invite volunteers for a day of hands-on learning during the Annual Noxious Weed Blitz on July 9, 2026. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in West Glacier.
Glacier National Park Invites the Public to 2026 “Going Batty”
July 1, 2026 | 12:13 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [July 1, 2026] – Glacier National Park’s “Going Batty” field trip will be held on Thursday, July 9th, 2026, in West Glacier, MT from 8:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, but participation is limited and requires advance registration.
Glacier National Park Provides Updates on Reopening Areas of the Park After Flooding
June 30, 2026 | 11:33 am
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 30, 2026] – Glacier National Park anticipates reopening Going-to-the-Sun Road this evening and the Many Glacier Valley tomorrow morning, after heavy rainfall caused significant flooding across Glacier National Park.
Glacier National Park Announces Multiple Temporary Closures Due to Flooding
June 29, 2026 | 6:03 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 29, 2026] – Heavy rainfall has caused significant flooding across Glacier National Park, prompting multiple temporary closures. Rising water levels and unstable ground conditions are affecting roads, trails, and infrastructure.
Temporary Closures in Alpine Sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road
June 29, 2026 | 5:31 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 28, 2026] – Due to heavy rain and possible snowfall, Glacier National Park is implementing a temporary road closure in the alpine sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road. The closure will extend from Avalanche to Jackson Glacier Overlook at 2:00 pm on Sunday, June 28, 2026.
Going-to-the-Sun Road Open for the 2026 Season
June 23, 2026 | 1:59 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 22, 2026] – Going-to-the-Sun Road is now fully open for the 2026 season. Visitors will be able to drive the entire 50-mile length of the road, and access Logan Pass from both West Glacier and St. Mary Entrances.
Going-to-the-Sun Road Projected to Open Monday, June 22
June 18, 2026 | 4:50 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 18, 2026] – The full length of Going-to-the-Sun Road is expected to open to motorized vehicles Monday, June 22, for the 2026 summer season. Rockfalls or other natural events may delay this opening, as conditions can change quickly.
Hiker Injured by Grizzly Bear at Glacier National Park
June 2, 2026 | 12:45 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 2, 2026] – WEST GLACIER, Mont.– A 32-year-old man sustained non-life-threatening injuries during a surprise encounter with a grizzly bear on Thursday, May 28, at approximately 12:45 p.m. on the Grinnell Glacier Trail in Glacier National Park.
Glacier National Park Announces Gateway Community Meeting
May 14, 2026 | 1:33 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [May 14, 2026] – Glacier National Park will hold a Gateway Community meeting on Monday, May 18, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This meeting is part of the park’s ongoing commitment to maintain communication and collaboration with gateway communities and local partners.