Experience Glacier National Park

High on Adventure

Glacier National Park is the birthplace of mountaineering in North America with the first recreational technical climbs recorded in 1888. While adventure seekers can still get their adrenalin going with technical mountaineering and glacier travel, today’s network of trails caters to all abilities ranging from short, level strolls to ambitious climbs. Be inspired by dramatic mountain views, humbled by giant ancient trees or captivated by the secrets of the abandoned railway over Rogers Pass. This summer, visit the Beaver Valley to view the mosaic of burned and unburned forest left after last year’s Prairie Hills wildfire. Look for new vegetation and wildflowers sprouting up among remnant stands of old growth forest. Be safe, please use caution near burned areas as remaining trees can be unstable.

Glacier National Park

Photo Courtesy of Trevor Ward

Major Rogers Route

Travel through time in Rogers Pass National Historic Site and discover human courage and ingenuity. From the early trail blazing for the final link in Canada’s first trans-continental railway to railway engineering and road building feats to the modern avalanche mitigation measures of today, the route through the pass brings Canada together as a nation. Explore Rogers Pass by car through snow sheds and steep avalanche terrain, stop in at the Rogers Pass Discovery Centre to learn more about the triumphs and tragedies of travel through this treacherous pass, and take a stroll along abandoned rail beds.

Abbott Ridge Trail

Photo Courtesy of Mari Omori

Winter Wonderland

Glacier National Park is legendary for its snowfall, attracting ski-touring enthusiasts from around the world with an array of glades, alpine bowls, and icefields. All ski destinations in the park require knowledge of travel in avalanche terrain. If you plan to tour in Glacier, be aware that many areas of the park have restricted and prohibited access in winter — please visit parkscanada.gc.ca/skirogerspass before you go. Skiers are urged to wear avalanche transceivers, carry a shovel and probe, and be prepared for self-rescue.