Glacier National Park is one of the nation’s most desirable destinations for hikers, bicyclists, wildlife enthusiasts and outdoor explorers. As a result, the one-million acre area welcomes scores of excited visitors each year.
To limit traffic congestion and to protect natural and cultural resources, the park has implemented a vehicle reservation system. The following entry points and vehicle registration information have been updated for 2023. This year's system will go into effect May 26 through September 10, 2023 from 6 am to 3 pm. There are now four main roads utilizing the vehicle registration system: Going-to-the Sun Road (including the St. Mary's entrance on the east side of the park), North Fork, Two Medicine, and Many Glacier. Keep in mind that in addition to a vehicle reservation ticket, visitors still need to obtain a park pass.
Below you'll find ticket requirements and locations, helpful links, and other information regarding Glacier National Park’s 2023 recreation plan.
Going-to-the Sun Road Corridor Vehicle Reservation (ticket valid for 3 days) & North Fork Vehicle Reservation (ticket valid for 1 day)
- Required for each vehicle entering through the West entrance, includes all points between the West Entrance Station, Camas Entrance Station, and Rising Sun check point (located 6 miles west of the St. Mary Entrance. Reservations will not be required at the St. Mary Entrance until July 1.) from May 26 through September 10, 2023, from 6 am to 3 pm.
- There is a limited number of reservations available for each day. A portion of reservations will be made available approximately 120-days in advance, using a block-release system. The first round of vehicle reservations for GTSR and North Fork will be released on Recreation.gov, beginning February 1, 2023 at 8 am MT for entrance between May 26 - June 30.
- The next schedule will be released on March 1 for July 1 - 31, following another release on April 1 for August 1 - 31.
- Finally, on May 1, reservations will be available for all areas for September 1 - 10.
- The remaining vehicle reservations will be released on a rolling basis at 8 am 24-hours in advance (e.g., remaining vehicle reservations for July 1 are available on June 30).
Two Medicine Vehicle Reservation & Many Glacier Vehicle Reservation (tickets valid for 1 day)
- Required for each vehicle accessing all points beyond Many Glacier and the Two Medicine Entrance Station on the east side of the park from July 1 through September 10, 2023, from 6 am to 3 pm.
- There is a limited number of reservations available for each day. A portion of reservations will be available approximately 120-days in advance, using a block-release system. Vehicle reservations will be released on Recreation.gov, beginning March 1, 2023 at 8 am MT for July 1 - 31.
- The next schedule will be released on April 1 for August 1 - 31.
- Finally, on May 1, reservations will be available for all areas for September 1 - 10.
- The remaining vehicle reservations will be released on a rolling basis at 8 am 24-hours in advance (e.g., remaining vehicle reservations for July 1 are available on June 30).
Good to Knows and 2023 Updates
- Each location requires separate tickets. Visitors will need to set up an account on www.recreation.gov to obtain tickets. Although the park does not charge for the tickets, Recreation.gov charges a $2 non refundable service fee.
- As in 2021 and 2022, landowners inside the park are not required to have a vehicle reservation to access their properties. Pursuant to the American Indian Religious Freedom Act of 1978, vehicle reservations are not required for tribal members throughout the park.
- Visitors with service reservations (such as lodging, camping, commercial tours, etc.) along GTSR corridor, North Fork, Two Medicine, and Many Glacier areas of the park do not need a vehicle reservation. Valid service reservations will act as a vehicle reservation for the day of the service reservation.
- Though vehicle reservations will not be required at any other portions of the park (Cut Bank, Walton, Goat Lick, or Chief Mountain Highway), visitors (including those visiting GTSR, North Fork, Two Medicine, and Many Glacier) are still subject to the per vehicle entrance pass fee. These passes could include any one of the following: a $35 vehicle pass, good for seven days; a valid Interagency Annual/Lifetime Pass; or a Glacier National Park Annual Pass.
- Free park shuttles will operate in 2023 on first come-first served basis. Learn more about the shuttles here.
- The park anticipates continued congestion at Two Medicine and Many Glacier. As in past years, entry will be temporarily restricted when these areas reach capacity. Visitors are encouraged to plan their visit outside of peak hours (10:00 am to 2:00 pm).
- Visitors should anticipate up to a 30-minute wait due to construction on Going-to-the-Sun Road along Lake McDonald starting in June. Additional details about construction will be posted on the park website as they become available.
- Entry to Going-to-the-Sun Road from the West Entrance before the 6 a.m. reservation period will not be possible due to construction activities.
- To avoid congestion-related delays, visitors are encouraged to use the St. Mary Entrance to access Going-to-the-Sun Road, including popular attractions such as Logan Pass and Avalanche.
- Be sure to visit the Trail Status Reports for up-to-date information on trail conditions.
- Bicycle safety restrictions are in effect on portions of Going-to-the-Sun Road from June 15 through Labor Day. Find trail info, elevation gain, distance measurements, regulations and more on the park's bicycle webpage.
View the Park's entry map here and for more information and updates about Glacier National Park’s ticket system, visit: https://www.nps.gov/glac/index.htm. Be sure to check road conditions and other advisories before heading into the park.
Do your part to respect the state of Montana as a whole by recreating responsibly. Pay attention to signs, read relevant material before visiting, and avoid littering or excessive vehicle idling.
