Glacier National Park News
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Fall on Mount Gould climbing route results in fatality
July 11, 2025 | 11:57 am
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [July 11, 2025] – A climbing accident resulted in a fatality when a 42-year-old man, Brian Astle of Provo, UT fell while descending a steep, off-trail climbing route from the west face of Mount Gould.
Glacier staff and park visitors rescue three people after falling into Avalanche Creek
July 8, 2025 | 1:46 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [July 8, 2025] – Three visitors fell into Avalanche Creek on Sunday. Shortly after 7 p.m. park dispatch received multiple satellite SOS reports stating that individuals had fallen into Avalanche Creek, and that CPR was being performed on two of the individuals.
Public invited to 2025 “Going Batty” field trip in Glacier National Park
June 30, 2025 | 4:15 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 30, 2025] – Glacier National Park’s “Going Batty” field trip will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2025, in West Glacier 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.
Many Glacier Day Hiker Shuttle ticket reminder
June 26, 2025 | 10:59 am
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 26, 2025] – Glacier National Park reminds visitors that beginning July 1, private vehicle entrance into Many Glacier will be limited to visitors with wilderness camping permits, commercial service reservations, or lodging reservations. All other visitors are required to use the temporary Many Glacier Day Hiker Shuttle. Tickets are now available seven days in advance each morning at 8 a.m. Beginning June 30, tickets will also be available at 7 p.m. the night before entry.
Going-to-the-Sun Road Reopens the Alpine Sections
June 23, 2025 | 10:58 am
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 23, 2025] – Going-to-the-Sun Road has reopened after park officials made the proactive decision to close it at 8 pm on June 20 due to heavy rain and snowfall that made the area susceptible to mudslides and icy conditions.
Going-to-the-Sun Road alpine sections temporarily closing
June 20, 2025 | 4:55 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 20, 2025] – Due to heavy rain and predicted snowfall, Glacier National Park is implementing a temporary road closure of the alpine sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road. The closure will extend from Avalanche to Jackson Glacier Overlook at 8:00 pm on Friday, June 20, 2025.
Temporary road closure possible for GTSR due to weather
June 18, 2025 | 7:36 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 18, 2025] – In preparation for potential inclement weather, Glacier National Park is preparing for a temporary closure of the alpine sections of Going-to-the-Sun Road. Should the forecasted weather system result in hazardous road conditions, Going-to-the-Sun Road will be closed between Avalanche and Rising Sun.
Going-to-the-Sun Road Open for the 2025 Season
June 16, 2025 | 11:13 am
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 16, 2025] – Going-to-the-Sun Road is now fully open for the 2025 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 16
June 12, 2025 | 12:52 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 12, 2025] – The full length of Going-to-the-Sun Road is expected to open to motorized vehicles Monday, June 16, for the 2025 summer season.
Two Black Bears Involved in Separate Food Related Conflicts
June 10, 2025 | 12:48 pm
WEST GLACIER, Mont. [June 10, 2025] – Glacier National Park officials remind visitors to always keep food and other attractants away from bears, after two black bears obtained human food.