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Glacier National Park Isn’t Just for Summer. We Offer Various Hikes and Educational Programs in the Winter Too

Did you know you can snowshoe in Glacier National Park each Wednesday & Saturday during the winter? We also offer some great educational field courses where you can learn while enjoying the great outdoors.

Glacier National Park Winter Snowshoe

Wednesdays & Saturdays, Jan 6 through March 6, 9:30am - 12:00 pm: Strap on snowshoes and join a Glacier Institute outdoor educator for a guided hike through the park at its quietest. Along the trail, we'll read animal tracks, explore the science... [READ MORE]

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Glacier in Winter: Expert-led Driving Tour

Thursdays & Sundays, Jan 7 through March 7, 10:00am - 2:00 pm: When the high country is quiet and snow softens the landscape, an outdoor educator leads relaxed winter hikes that reveal Glacier’s hidden season. Trips adapt to daily weather and... [READ MORE]

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Winter Backcountry Preparedness – Jan 8th

January 8, 2027 - January 10, 2027 Join us at Big Creek Outdoor Center for a three-day, two-night winter survival immersion in the heart of the Crown of the Continent ecosystem. This hands-on course introduces the essential skills and knowledge... [READ MORE]

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Winter Backcountry Preparedness – Jan 15th

January 15, 2027 - January 17, 2027 Join us at Big Creek Outdoor Center for a three-day, two-night winter survival immersion in the heart of the Crown of the Continent ecosystem. This hands-on course introduces the essential skills and knowledge... [READ MORE]

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Winter Photography

January 22, 2027 - January 24, 2027: Using the iconic scenery of Glacier National Park as our canvas, we will dive into the fundamental techniques of shooting and editing photographs. This class is primarily field-based, giving you ample opportunity... [READ MORE]

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Winter Wildlife Ecology

January 29, 2027 - January 31, 2027: Join us at Big Creek Outdoor Center for a long weekend of winter immersion into the Crown of the Continent ecosystem. This course introduces winter wildlife ecology by exploring changing predator-prey dynamics... [READ MORE]

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We're Currently Working on Even More Programs for 2027

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Florencia Ascanio

October 6, 2026

We had the opportunity to book this private tour, and it was so worth it! September was the perfect time to visit, with fewer crowds, clear blue skies, and absolutely beautiful weather. We had Miguel as our guide, and he was extremely knowledgeable about Glacier National Park. As someone visiting GNP for the first time, I felt very safe and comfortable with him leading the way. He shared so many interesting details and stories about the park, and his sense of humor made the experience even more enjoyable. We focused on the Going-to-the-Sun Road, so I don’t even have to explain how incredible the views were! We made several stops along the way to take in the scenery, explore a little, and really enjoy the experience without feeling rushed. I would recommend this 100%, especially if you want to truly get to know Glacier National Park beyond its stunning views. Having a knowledgeable private guide made all the difference!

lorfred

September 25, 2026

GTTSR van tour and Avalance Lake tour We did two tours with them. The Going to the Sun Road Van tour with Claire was amazing. She was very knowledgeable. We stopped multiple times to take pictures along the way. Made it much easier to do the drive on our own, later in the trip. We also did the Avalanche Lake Hike with Moe. Her enthusiasm throughout the hike was infectious. She pointed out lots of things along the way. Avalanche Lake is a fairly easy hike and is absolutely breathtaking. You could do it on your own, but she made the experience so enjoyable.

Jill H

September 7, 2026

Glacier NP We had such an amazing time with our guide Quincy in Glacier National Park! Because we booked a tour with the Glacier Institute, we didn’t have to worry about parking, crowds, or missing the views because of driving. We hiked one of the busiest trails but had no issues as they have a reserved parking spot. Quincy had incredible knowledge and shared some of his favorite spots in the park as well! We did about 9 miles of hiking, saw beautiful lakes, trees, waterfalls, and wildlife. It was a perfect day and lunch was good too!

Todd Eichmann

September 4, 2026

We had the pleasure of going on the Avalanche Lake hike with Miguel and Caden (hopefully I got the spellings correct) and it was one of the highlights of our trip to Montana. Between the two of them, they handled our group perfectly. They set a pace well suited for everyone, pointed out a variety of interesting elements of the forest, and answered all the questions we had with enthusiasm. All of this made for a five-star hike and we heartily recommend Glacier Institute for your hiking needs.

Ellen Glista

August 30, 2026

I booked the Hidden Lake hike, which also meant we did parts of the Going to the Sun Road as well and it was worth every single penny! Jenae was my guide and she was beyond fantastic - knowledgeable, kind, and well prepared for our hike. She was also very flexible and adjusted our hike based on experience and timing. I loved every moment!

Thomas Skrabala

August 23, 2026

Mo , our guide and driver was outstanding! She made the tour extra special. One that I will never forget! Many thanks.

Tammy Greco

August 22, 2026

I just did a search for a tour and I booked a Glacier Institute Tour through Tourbase. No problems or complaints, but just wanted to say how much we loved our Glacier Institute Tour and Guide on the Going to the Sun Tour. Claire, our guide, reached out to me 2 weeks in advance to ask what we were most interested in. I loved this. I had her number, I could help her know what we were interested in. I'm a planner, so this was so helpful. The day was miserable - rainy, dreary. At some points it was so foggy, we all crossed ourselves and said we were glad we weren't driving. Claire found bear, told stories, got us great pictures and introduced us to the park. She offered suggestions for hike for the rest of our trip and gave us some restaurant suggestions. She was perfect for us. She has a biology background, she's great story teller, she's nimble - as we had to work with the weather and tight parking. I would definitely recommend and would love to have her on a guided hike. She added so much to our adventure.

Will Piepszak

August 21, 2026

Anna was epic. Went with my parents (55+) and two younger brothers (20’s), all in good shape but she found a gorgeous hike that we could all do together. She challenged my parents but was encouraging and motivating but understanding in an expert balance. She got the most of them by setting an excellent pace and showcasing her knowledge of the park and the outdoors, we all felt like kids in a classroom. Do the Highline, she suggested it after hearing my family did Avalanche Lake the day before. She perfectly understood our limit. Jaws on the floor on the Highline the entire time, she spotted a grizzly sheep’s and goats. This park is so epic and Anna made sure we got the most out of it. Thank you !

Sana Alamsohail

August 18, 2026

Noah!!! He was a great guide for our Hike to Hidden Lake. We were staying at Under Canvas nearby and didnt have a car but they didnt hesitate to pick us up.

David Barksdale

August 14, 2026

Avalanche Lake hike was 4.8 miles, which was 3 HOURS 38 MINUTES of “hiking.” That translates to 45 minutes for each mile of walking. Lunch was an additional hour at a beautiful lake. The guide, Mo, stopped every few feet to excitedly share facts and info about the park. If this is the pace and style of hike that thrills you, I highly recommend it! Siyeh with Anna was 9.75 miles, with 2,635 ft of elevation gain. The pace was 33 minutes per mile, including all potty, snack, and lunch breaks. It rained and was foggy, so no sweeping views, but the hike was beautiful nonetheless with wildflowers, beautiful forest and a lake. Anna was very knowledgeable and talked while we walked, sharing information about the geology, plants, and animals of glacier. Highly recommend.

Tim Gross

August 10, 2026

If you are looking to hike I highly recommend. Jenae was amazing instructor and provide additional insights to the area and moved at a pace the whole group could go. Highly recommend.

Stephanie Krouse

August 3, 2026

We did the hike to Siyeh Pass. Annaliese (and the interns) were AMAZING! They shared so much information about the area, wildlife, and plants. It was very informative and educational, and FUN. They checked in with us frequently, set a perfect pace for the group, and made it an awesome trip.

Will

The day trip to Avalanche lake was great. Our guide Mo was fantastic. She was very knowledgable and passionate about her job, she is an asset to the company.

Julie HWeidenborner

August 2, 2026

Very expensive and a Poor value. The guide was seasonal who was not from the area was not very knowledgeable. We all wanted to stay a little longer to watch the active wild life but only had 20 minutes at Logan pass. He then offered to extend the trip by 1hr to visit a bakery after that. This was disappointing. The other stops were beautiful. It was nice not to do any of the driving. Obtaining a park pass was a hassle. No link provided. The online chat seemed like it was AI generated and added to the confusion. The van was clean, comfortable and safe but the high cost of this tour didn't make up for the cons.

Maria Wardoku

July 29, 2026

I did the 5-day Montana Master Naturalist course, and it was a fantastic experience! The staff were so welcoming and knowledgeable. The cabin was comfortable, and the food at field camp was delicious! The hiking excursions were well-planned, with a good variety of locations that allowed me to experience a wide range of flora and fauna within Glacier. I would highly recommend the course and the Glacier Institute to anyone who is interested in the natural world. It was well worth the registration cost, especially as a first-time visitor to Glacier.

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Glacier National Park Winter Programs

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Glacier National Park Isn’t Just for Summer. We Offer Various Hikes and Educational Programs in the Winter Too

Glacier National Park Winter Snowshoe

Glacier in Winter: Expert-led Driving Tour

Winter Backcountry Preparedness – Jan 8th

Winter Backcountry Preparedness – Jan 15th

Winter Photography

Winter Wildlife Ecology

We're Currently Working on Even More Programs for 2027

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