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Six Reasons to Make Glacier Peaks RV Park Your Summertime Vacation Destination Hub!

July 8, 2018
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Anybody who has visited Montana’s Flathead Valley in the summertime doesn’t need another reason or excuse to come back and visit again.

This part of the country that makes up the Flathead Valley and Glacier National Park is arguably some of the most beautiful country in the contiguous United States.

Magnificent mountains, beautiful lakes, friendly people, fantastic wildlife… these are just a few of the things that make this area is such a fantastic vacation destination every summer for thousands of people.

However in case you have not had the privilege of visiting this area in the past, or if you just need a few more reasons to remind you just how wonderful it is to spend part of your summer here in Montana’s Flathead Valley. We have compiled a list of six more reasons you should consider making the Flathead Valley your summertime vacation destination. More specifically, why you should plan on spending your Glacier National Park summertime vacation with us here at Glacier Peak’s RV Park and campground.

Reason Number Six: You Will Find More Than A Dozen Beautiful Lakes Just Minutes From Your Campsite

When you choose to spend your Glacier National Park summer vacation with us here at Glacier Peaks RV Park and campground, you’ll find yourself not more than a 20 minute drive from some of Montana’s most beautiful lakes in every direction.

Whitefish Lake

When you turn west out of a Glacier Peaks RV Park and campground you will be a quick 10 minute drive from the warm sandy shores of Whitefish Lake in Whitefish Montana. Here you will find a large sandy beach beach area called “City Beach” that is perfect for laying out and working on your summer tan. You will also find a very nice boat ramp where you can launch your boat for a day of fishing and water skiing. Several well-maintained areas have been set aside and designated specifically for swimming on Whitefish Lake, at City Beach, Whitefish Lake State Park and Les Mason State Park. You will also enjoy the beautiful views of the Big Mountain and the Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort, that can be enjoyed from nearly every spot on the lake.

Lake McDonald and Hungry Horse Reservoir

If you take a turn east out of Glacier Peaks RV Park and campground, you will only be about a 20 minute drive from a handful of beautiful lakes at the foot of Glacier National Park. Perhaps the most well known option in this area is the stunning Lake McDonald which is just inside the western entrance to Glacier National Park.

This beautiful lake is about 10 miles long and more than a mile wide with a depth of more than 472 feet. The waters in this lake are shockingly clean and clear. Sitting on your boat you’ll be able to see the rocks of the lake bottom even at depths of up to 20 and 30 feet. This lake is teaming with native species of trout and other gamefish. The stunning backdrop of Glacier National Parks ragged peaks make this a very popular summer time hangout spot.

Lake McDonald is not the only beautiful lake in the West Glacier area. You will also find a Hungry Horse reservoir, another wonderful option for summertime recreation with more than 1640 square miles of water surface and many dozens of coves, private bays and secluded inlets where you can escape to and find your own peace and quiet.

Flathead Lake

Head straight south from Glacier Peak’s RV Park and campground and within approximately a half-hour or less you will find yourself relaxing on the shores of perhaps Montana’s most well known and popular lake destination, Flathead Lake.

Flathead Lake is a natural lake that occurs along the main line of the Flathead River. A dam was put in place backing 1930s at the southern end of the lake near Polson Bay which raised the lake by approximately 10 feet over its historical catchment level. Flathead Lake has wonderfully clean and clear water, considering it’s size and depth. Flathead Lake is approximately 30 miles long and 16 miles wide and covers and area of more than 190 square miles. It is one of the largest freshwater lakes west of the Mississippi River.

Reason Number Five: A Half-Dozen Golf Courses are Calling Your Name

If you get tired of playing on the lake, or you just need a change of pace, you might consider breaking out the clubs and heading for the greens! There’s more than a dozen immaculate golf courses located just a short drive from Glacier Peak’s RV Park and campground.

Meadow Lake

Meadow Lake golf course in Columbia Falls is a beautiful 18 hole championship golf course. The course is a par 72 and was rated by golf digest has a 4 1/2 star course and one of the “best public golf courses in Montana”. Golf magazine also raved about it calling it a “must play course”.

Whitefish Lake Golf Course

Just to the west of Glacier Peaks RV Park and campground you will find the Whitefish Lake golf course. The Whitefish Lake golf course is made up of two distinct courses, a north course and a south course.

The north course is a ‘parkland style course’ with views looking over Whitefish Lake and the Whitefish Mountain Resort.

The south course is more of a ‘players course’ with big sweeping greens and beautiful fairways that meander through beautiful subdivisions and along the west shores of Lost Coon Lake.

Eagle Bend

You also have several options for golf to the south in Kalispell and Bigfork including the legendary Eagle Bend golf course overlooking the waters of Flathead Lake in the town of Bigfork Montana.

Buffalo Hill, Village Greens and Northern Pines

Additionally, there a several more options in Kalispell, Montana, including Village Greens, Buffalo Hill golf course, and Northern Pines along Highway 93.

Reason Number Four: Enjoy the bounty and camaraderie of an old-time farmers market

The communities of the Flathead Valley are pretty serious about coming together to celebrate the beauty and fun of the summertime in their weekly farmers market get-togethers.

Whitefish comes together every Tuesday evening around five at the north end of town in a beautiful park just In front of the train depot. Here they celebrate friends family and Montana’s long summer days with music, merriment, fresh produce, food vendors, and wonderful arts and crafts made by some of the areas best artisans and craftsmen.

Columbia Falls does the same on Thursday night in a wonderful restored old lumber yard that they have affectionately called ‘The Coop’.

Kalispell gets together on Saturday afternoons in the parking lot at the community college where you will find a wonderful variety of the freshest produce, delicious homemade pastries and other products, and a wonderful array of unique crafts and handmade goods.

Whether you choose to check out the farmers market in Whitefish, Columbia Falls, or Kalispell, you are sure to find a plethora of friendly people, fresh delicious food and produce, and wonderfully unique items that you will not find anywhere else.

Staying with us here at Glacier Peak’s RV Park and campground puts you in the perfect location to visit each of these wonderful family friendly farmers markets and share in a little bit of a magic that makes these Montana communities so special.

Reason Number Three: Delicious dining options so close you can almost smell it cooking from here

That’s right, when you stay at Glacier Peak RV Park and campground you will be located only moments away from some of Montana’s most delicious restaurants and dining venues. Whitefish Montana is chocked full of them, Mexican food, Italian, delicious Montana fare, seafood, Indian, sushi and more. Whatever it is you’re looking for you’ll probably find it somewhere in Whitefish Montana.

Not to be outdone, Columbia Falls offers some delicious options as well, including the locally popular hotspot ‘The Back Room’ where you will find delicious homestyle barbecue. Columbia Falls is also where you will find Mudman burgers which was recently named as the number one spot to find the best burger in the Flathead Valley, and also Three Forks Grill where you will find a more elegant dining experience with a variety of unique options of entrees to satisfy any appetite.

If you want even more options, head south from the RV park toward Kalispell where you you are sure to find something that will cater perfectly too whatever appetite you have. From high class five-star restaurants, to gourmet burger and pizza options. You will even find a Mongolian grill, and a Japanese steakhouse if either of those suite your fancy.

Reason Number Two: You Will Not Even Need To Sacrifice That First-Run Showing of The Big Summer Block Busters!

Yes, summertime is popular for a lot of things, and one of those things is the big summertime releases of the Hollywood blockbusters. Well your kids will be happy to know, but if you choose to spend your vacation with us here at Glacier Peaks RV Park and campground that they will not have to give up the first run showing of that big summer blockbuster. Kalispell’s beautiful 14 cinema signature theater is I located just a short 20 minute drive from Glacier Peaks RV Park. Here you family can get their fill of all of the popcorn and coca-cola they want while they enjoy all the chills and thrills of the summers hottest flicks in stunning digital cinema picture quality and sound. They can even catch the big blockbuster films in digital 3D if they want to.

Reason Number One: Close Proximity To Glacier National Park

Of course the biggest reason most people will choose to visit Montana’s Flathead Valley this summer is to see the beauty and grander of Glacier National Park.

Glacier Peaks RV Park and campground makes the perfect basecamp for a vacation to Glacier National Park. We are located less than 30 minutes from the parks western entrance, and getting to the park from here couldn’t be any easier. All it takes is two left turns and you are in the park!

That’s right…turn left out of Glacier Peaks RV Park and head east on highway 40 (which turns into Highway 2 a few hundred feet from our driveway) and continue down Highway 2 until you get to the town of West Glacier. One more left turn into West Glacier and you are entering the Glacier National Park!

The great thing about staying with us here at Glacier Peaks RV Park is that you can easily spend your days exploring and playing in the park, but then come ‘home’ to Glacier Peaks and be close to all the conveniences of Columbia Falls, Whitefish and Kalispell.

Grab a nice meal in one of Whitefish’s delicious restaurants. Take in a movie in Kalispell, or grab some groceries for a meal in the RV at Super One Foods grocery in Columbia Falls, it is just a few minutes from our front door!

Well, as you can see there are many great reasons to plan your visit to Glacier National Park, and the Flathead Valley of Montana. And there are some really good reasons to choose to make Glacier Peaks RV Park your home base destination during your stay.

Give us a call today at 406-892-2133 to make your reservations. Or visit our website at http://www.GlacierPeaksRVPark.com to take a look at our RV Spaces and rental cabins.

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Spend Your Summer Vacation Camping in Glacier National Park

March 31, 2016
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Glacier National Park is one of the many national parks you can take a vacation in within the United States. It is located in the state of Montana, sitting along the borders of the Canadian provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. Going Glacier National Park RV camping will usually take you to Columbia Falls since the city is a gateway to the national par. There are many Glacier National Park RV resorts located near the park that you can select from to park your RV and explore and enjoy your surroundings. The Glacier National Park has a lot to offer on its own but those camping near Glacier National Park may also be interested in checking out the Waterton Lakes National Park nearby. The Waterton Lakes and Glacier National Parks are known jointly as the Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, designated to be first international Peace Park in the world in 1932. Both designed in 1976 as Biosphere Reserves by the United Nations, the two parks were also considered to be World Heritage Sites in 1995.

Still just considering the Glacier National park as simply a vacation option? Consider the following:

  • If you’re interested in some Glacier National Park RV camping, you’re in for a real treat because you’re talking about checking out a national park that covers more than 1,000,000 acres of land, including portions of two mountain ranges part of the Rocky Mountains. Aside from a lot of land too cover, staying in one of the campgrounds near Glacier National Park also opens up access to more than 130 lakes, which will sit very well with fishing enthusiasts out there. With all that space, you’re never going to run out places to check out and things to do on a Glacier National park vacation.
  • If you’re not sure if Glacier National Park RV camping will indeed give you the outdoor experience you’re looking for, take note that you’ll be right smack in the middle of an ecosystem that is made up of over 1,000 plant species and hundreds of animal species. In fact, the national park is considered to be the centerpiece for the Crown of the Continent Ecosystem, a protected region covering 16,000 square miles. If Glacier National Park RV camping doesn’t scream great outdoors, nothing will.
  • There are also tons of Montana RV parks around so you’re sure to have parking services to take advantage of when you go Glacier National Park RV camping. No need to worry that you’ll have to leave your RV in the middle of nowhere because there will be parking services you can turn to.
  • Parking services for those going Glacier National Park RV camping are also located conveniently close to the city as well so you can easily head to Columbia Falls for anything you might need, on top of simply being situated close to the national park. Acting as a midway point between the city and the national park, Glacier National Park RV camping services also feature their own facilities for the comfort and convenience of those on vacation.
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Wonderful Experiences Camping Near Glacier National Park

April 15, 2013
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Most people have never been to Montana, and it’s not one of those famous destinations that millions flock to during vacation times. However, that is one of the reasons that camping near Glacier National Park is such a treasured destination.

There are many campsites available inside the park as well as in the communities near the park. Glacier Park itself encompasses more than one-million acres and it is bordered by two US national forests. You can find a few campsites both inside and outside the park that are free, but most of them are primitive camping and are located in those “off-the-beaten-path” areas. If you want the extra amenities like electric hookups, and bathrooms with running water, you will find that it will cost you a little. Still, Glacier National Park is not an expensive destination, and there’s no better way to enjoy the area than by camping in the great outdoors.

A great camping option that offers both the pleasure of the outdoors and also the convenience of camping close to the stores, restaurants and other conveniences of town, is the Glacier Peaks RV Park in Columbia Falls Montana. This wonderful little RV Resort and campground is located less than a half hour from Glacier National Park which allows you to have quick and easy access to the park but also be close to town for things like groceries, restaurants, entertainment and more.

Flathead National Forest and Lewis and Clark National Forest are the two forests that surround the park. With millions of acres of wilderness area to enjoy throughout the park and the area surrounding it, you will find that no matter how long your vacation is, it is impossible to see and do everything that there is to do in the Glacier National Park area. The park itself boasts more than 700 miles of hiking trails, as well as hundreds of lakes, rivers and streams to enjoy.

Camping In Glacier Park

Glacier Park is the home to many wild and wonderful creatures as well. If you are tent camping in or near the park, you will want to make sure that you clean up thoroughly before leaving your camp for the day or before going to sleep at night, as many of your “wild neighbors” will not pass up the opportunity for a free lunch or dinner if they see the opportunity. There is a healthy population of both black bears and grizzly bears inside Glacier Park, and they do wonder into camp on a regular basis. Of course there are park rangers on duty to help you if any emergencies arise, but it is still best to use common sense when you are in bear country and keep a clean campsite.

You also want to be sure you stay on top of the weather conditions when camping in Glacier Park. The weather in this very mountainous region can change on a whim. And temperatures can vary widely from day to night. Make sure to bring extra blankets along on your trip, especially if you will be camping outside.

Activities in Glacier National Park

You better pack the fly rod, and the rest of your gear and tackle along on your trip. Glacier National Park and the surrounding area is a fisherman’s paradise. The streams both inside and near the park are superb for fly-fishing. And many of the lakes in the area offer some of the best lake trout fishing that you will find anywhere! Including the world-renown Flathead Lake!

There are many other pastimes and activities throughout the area that you are sure to enjoy as well. You can go hiking through the wilderness, visit Logan’s Pass, go for a scenic boat ride, horseback tour, whitewater rafting or even a scenic helicopter tour! And lets not forget about Glacier’s historic Red Bus tours! These iconic Red Buses have been serving the Glacier Park visitor for many decades now and to tour this majestic park in a Red Bus is an experience that you will never forget!

Camping near Glacier National Park is not like any other camping experience you’ve had the pleasure of enjoying in the past. You need to be sure that you give yourself some time to enjoy it all. You will feel relaxed, out of the hustle and bustle, and can you imagine what a Montana sunset will look like as it sets behind the rugged peaks of Glacier National Park painting the surface water of Saint Mary Lake a crimson red? The sight is too beautiful for words!

Take the tips you’ve read in this article to help you make a decision about your Glacier National Park camping experience. You are going to have the time of your life, and you’re going to want to return again and again.

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Create The Ultimate Glacier Park Camping Experience With These Helpful Tips

February 18, 2013
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Camping is one of the most enjoyable things to do with your family and friends. Everyone should give this exciting experience a try when they can. Successful camping in Glacier National Park takes a lot of preparation and research. Continue on and read through this article so you’ll know how to get prepared for your Glacier Park camping & RV excursion.

Some things to remember for your camping trip to Glacier Park…

If you are planing to do some RV camping in a well-equipped and maintained RV Park like Glacier Peaks RV Park in Columbia Falls, then you need not worry about missing out on any of the creature comforts like running water, warm showers, and other facilities. These are all provided to you inside the RV Park, but if your camping plans will have you roughing it in one of Glacier Parks more primitive in park campsites, or back-country campgrounds, then you should remember to take along some water purification tablets with you. These tablets are great in case you ever run out of water, so you can transform water from a nearby stream or spring into potable drinking water. Try the tablets at home first so you know how they will taste. You do not want to dehydrate yourself on your trip because you aren’t used to the taste.

Prep the kids to avoid the Dangers of Glacier Park

If you will be taking the kids or grand-kids along on this camping adventure, you should talk to them about the dangers of camping before embarking on your trip. It is simple to check out the Internet for photos of dangerous plants like poison ivy so they will know to avoid such dangers on your trip. Also remember that you are headed to Grizzly country, and there are other wild creatures in and around Glacier Park as well that are not afraid to come scavenging for food during the night. Make sure your children or grandchildren don’t wander too far away from camp, especially after dark. While it is not extremely common for bears and other wild creatures to wander into your camp in Glacier Park, it has been known to happen, and it is best to prepare your children companions of the risks ahead of time.

Don’t forget the extra conveniences…

One of the reasons that people choose to camp in a park like Glacier Peaks camping and RV park is for the convenience that it provides. The public bathrooms and showers can be a very welcome amenity in the middle of the night, or on a frosty Montana morning. However if you do choose not to stay in a campsite where these extra conveniences are taken care of for you, then let this act as a reminder to not to forget to pack some extra toilet paper, moist towelettes, and other possible amenities like a sun-warmed shower bag. If your campsite lacks toilet facilities, you might be going in to the woods to do your business, and it is best not to use something from nature to clean yourself. Remember, some plants can be poisonous, and they don’t make good tissue paper. Stay on the safe side and take some toilet paper.

Get to your campsite or RV space early…

Try to ensure your camp is set up by nightfall both for your own safety and out of respect for your fellow camping neighbors. When traveling in an RV, be safely parked before dark. When forming your tent, locate dry and flat ground. Doing this before night comes around will save you hassle and frustration.

Let there be light…

Pack extra flashlights and plenty of batteries when you are packing for your trip. There are times when it is important to be able to see clearly after the sun goes down. Having enough light up an area can prevent nasty falls or unwanted encounters with local wildlife. When camping with children, it is smart to let them each have their own flashlight.

As I mentioned at the start…it can be a great deal of fun to go camping or RV camping in Glacier Park, but knowledge is required for it to be successful. Be sure to use these tips before your next trip. Keeping the tips that you read here in mind will make for a more pleasant trip To Glacier National Park!

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Five Tips For A Better Glacier National Park Vacation Experience

June 24, 2012
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Are you looking for tips to make your Glacier National Park vacation less stressful and more productive this year? You have come to the right place. We can help you travel more effectively. If you will read and follow our tried and true tips, you will have a more successful, less stressed-out trip.

 

Stay Connected

For a stress-free vacation, make sure people can get in touch with you. Take your cell phone with you and keep it charged.  Although cell coverage is not very good inside the park, you should have a strong signal at any of the comunities and campgrounds outside the park. Bring your laptop with you if you know you will have an internet connection where you are staying.  Many of the hotels and campgrounds near Glacier National Park offer free wifi connections to the Internet. In case of emergency, people can let you know what is going on and you won’t have any bad surprises when you come back.

 

Book Accommodations in Advance

Plan and book hotels and campground reservations in advance. Some hotels provide packages including meals and activities based on your destination. You might like this, or you might like to plan your own thing completely. Another thing to consider is the type of accommodation that you want. For instance, if you’re a light sleeper, do not book a room right next to an elevator or noisy lobby area of a hotel, and if your staying in a campground, request one of the sites furthest away from any highway’s or busy roads. Ask questions, and make the right arrangements for you needs.

 

Traveling By RV Can Be Quite A Rewarding Experience

If you have the time, travel by car or RV instead of flying. Driving through the states is a wonderful way to see the country. You will pass by quaint towns and attractions that are often overlooked by tourists. Traveling by car or RV offers you more flexibility in case you need to change your itinerary at the last minute.  Plus there are some vary nice Glacier National Park RV resorts in  and around the park including Glacier Peaks RV Park in Columbia Falls, Montana which provides a full-service RV camping experience with extra amenities like WiFi, laundry service and more.

 

Be Well Adapted To Glacier National Parks Erratic Weather

Pack lightly when traveling, but also make sure that you are dressing for the weather and the activities you plan on doing. That way, you don’t sweat too much when rock climbing, or freeze in a museum.  Wear adaptable clothes when visiting northwestern Montana, look up the weather in advance and plan accordingly, but also prepare for surprises. Remember that you might not be used to extreme heat or cold if you live in a place with a mild climate. But the weather can change drastically throughout the day in Glacier National Park and at various elevations.  Bring multiple varieties of clothes with you and do not hesitate to buy new clothes in local stores to meet your requirements.

 

Plan Out A Budget Ahead of Time

Plan your budget before your trip. There’s nothing worse than being away from home and realizing you don’t have enough money to do all of the fun things on your list. Plan so much per day for food, entertainment, souvenirs, and cab/bus fare if needed. The great thing about a Glacier National Park vacation is that  there is so much to do and see in the area that will not cost you a dime. You can really have a highly enjoyable and exciting vacation without spending much money.  However there are some things that you will want to budget for on your vacation to Glacier National Park.  Meals, recreational adventures like whitewater rafting and horseback riding, etc.  Make up a set spending limit for each day of your vacation, and make sure to stick to that amount each day. At the end of your trip, you might be pleasantly surprised by how much you have left over.

As you can see, there are many things you can do to have a better, less stressful trip. Our insightful and proven tips will help you to make the most of your Glacier National Park vacation experience. Follow the tips we have provided and you will have the best travel adventure yet.

Visit www.GlacierPeaksRVPark.com for more details on our RV Park, rental cabins and campsites.

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Glacier National Park Camping

June 10, 2012
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A lot of people pack up their rig and head to the Glacier National Park each year, all yearning for a taste of the great outdoors with a Glacier National Park camping vacation. The good thing about a Glacier National Park vacation is that there are a number of activities you can do in the area so there’s sure to be something that will interest the whole family, from hiking and fishing down to sailing and skiing. If you’re headed out with the entire family, or even by yourself or with a couple of friends, why not consider staying a while in one of the campgrounds near Glacier National Park. If you have an RV, you can also check out Glacier Peaks RV Park the Glacier National Park RV park located about 30 minutes away from the parks gateway.

What to expect when camping near Glacier National Park

Staying at a Glacier National Park RV park puts you right in the middle of enjoying the great outdoors such that you don’t even have to actually be at the national park in order to take in what Mother Nature has to offer. You just have to step out our front door to enjoy all the abundance and beauty of Montana’s nature. An RV park vacation brings together the best of both worlds, you can enjoy the comfort and convenience of home amenities like a shower, kitchen and a bed and sofa so you don’t end up feeling like a caveman, but you’ll also enjoy the freedom and fun of “camping” and indulging in Montana’s rustic outdoors. It depends on the Glacier National Park RV park you go to but some of the amenities that may be available include: RV stores for accessories, pull-through sites, full hook-ups, car rentals, phone service, laundry rooms, shower rooms and bathrooms, wireless internet access, convenience store, and mail service. Some of the RV parks around also boast of being near the city so even if you’re on a vacation in an RV park you can still enjoy a lot of the conveniences of city living.

What to consider

First of all, make sure that the Glacier National Park RV park you’re interested in can actually accommodate your RV by checking how big the parking spaces are. Take into consideration as well of course what you can enjoy while you’re in the area, whether within the Glacier National Park RV park or the surrounding areas. If you don’t have anything to do in the area, then why would you go there, right? While you will be essentially staying inside your RV you will still be checking into an establishment where other people are camping and trying to enjoy their vacations as well, so be considerate and abide by the rules.  For instance, don’t check in too late. This is suggested for both the security and comfort of all guests. Some RV parks are also particular about RVs they admit so make sure that your vehicle meets CFRVP codes or at least the RV park’s standards. There will also be areas in a Glacier National Park RV park that will be off-limits so do ask where you can and cannot park your RV.

Learn more about Glacier Peaks RV Park by visiting our site at http://www.GlacierPeaksRVPark.com or by calling 1-800-268-4894

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Glacier National Park Summer Camping

March 17, 2012
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Family vacations are a fun and memorable experience regardless of where you travel.  Simply taking the time to get away from your normal surroundings and spend some quality time with your spouse and children plays a vital role in the health and happiness of your family.  There are plenty of options that you have to choose from when you plan your family vacation… the beach… an amusement park… a national historic landmark… all these are great options, but one option that can be especially fun for the entire family is to pack up the family and head to one of America’s national parks.

Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, the Great Smokey Mountains…all of these are great vacation options, but there is one destination that doesn’t get as much publicity, but it certainly deserves a visit from your family, and that is Glacier National Park in northwest Montana.

Glacier National Park: A World Heritage Site

Glacier National Park shares a common border with Canada and in fact it is part of the greater “Glacier-Waterton International Peace Park” – one of the first International Peace Parks established in the world, as well as a World Heritage Site.

Activities & Adventure in Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park offers a plethora of fun and exciting activities for the whole family to enjoy, from hiking and horseback riding to whitewater rafting or going for an evening dinner cruise on one of the placid lakes within the park, such as Lake McDonald or St. Mary Lake.  The beauty and tranquility that you will find in Glacier National Park is unlike anything that you have probably experienced before.  A summer vacation in Glacier National Park is certainly a memory that your family will remember for a lifetime.

Kids and adults both will enjoy the opportunity to ride horseback through the Glacier Park backcountry.  You can  choose from several different outfitters to guide you on your horseback adventure, and each of these outfitters provides you with several different options to suite your needs, from short half-day trips, to multi-day trips or even trips that combine your horseback riding adventure with other Glacier Park activities such as  fishing, rafting and more.

For something with a little more adrenaline, check out Glacier National Park’s neighbor, the Whitefish Mountain Resort on The Big Mountain in Whitefish Montana.  Whitefish is just a few miles down the road from Glacier Peaks RV Park, and it offers all sorts of fun activity options for the entire family.   There are mountain biking trails, gondola rides, an alpine slide, hiking, horseback riding and more available at or near Whitefish Mountain Resort.  One of the newer activity options available at the Whitefish Mountain Resort is the Zip Line tours.  This adrenaline-pumping activity allows you to soar like an eagle out over the treetops and across the wide valley’s of the Whitefish Mountain Range at speeds of over 50 miles per hour and heights of more than 300 feet off the ground!  This is definitely one  adventure you do not want to miss.

Looking to spend your time in northwest Montana’s ‘Glacier Country’ doing something a little more laid back and relaxing?  Want to pass the time soaking in some of the most beautiful scenery on earth while you are getting a little oversize and enjoying yourself?  Northwest Montana is home to some of the most beautiful and challenging golf courses you will ever find.  In fact, there are more than a dozen courses to choose from within the general area.  Many of our golf courses have been featured in national magazines like Golf Digest, and have  garnered national attention as being some of the top “must-play courses” in the world.  Boasting immaculate greens, long forest-lined fairways, challenging course design and some of the most beautiful backdrops you will ever lay eyes on, it is not too difficult to understand why these beautiful golf courses have attracted so much attention and widespread acclaim.

Another wildly popular adventure that attracts people to the area is the blue-ribbon trout fishing in both the lakes and rivers across northwest Montana.  Fishing Flathead lake is something that every angler should do at least once in his or her lifetime.  The fish here are absolute monsters, and the cold waters of Flathead Lake keep the fish healthy and strong which makes for a good fight as you reel them in, and makes for good eating once you have reeled them in!

The above examples are just a few of the adventures that you might consider during your next summer camping trip to Glacier National Park.  This place really is an endless adventure, guaranteed to provide your family with enough memories to last a lifetime.

For more information on the park and  to make your lodging and Glacier National Park camping reservations, visit www.GlacierPeaksRVPark.com or call Helen at: 800-268-4849

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Glacier National Park – The Ideal Vacation Place

February 27, 2012
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Wild аnd majestic, Glacier National Park іs а vast preserve thаt overwhelms visitors аnd beckons thеm wіth іts stunning mountain peaks, crystal clear lakes, roaring waterfalls, and beautiful mountain streams.

Glacier National Park іs considered bу mаnу tо bе the jewel of the northern Rocky Mountains, and is located in northwest Montana next to the Canadian border. Glacier Park іs renowned fоr іts abundant wildlife аnd fabulous scenery. Тhе verdant backcountry trails attract hikers frоm аll аrоund thе wоrld аnd thе sheer diversity оf іts animal аnd plant life іs trulу а walk іn paradise.

Camping Glacier National Park is one of the best ways to experience the beauty and tranquility of this pristine national park, and the many campsites and RV parks both in and around the Glacier Park attract thousands of visitors every year.

History of Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park іs named аftеr thе slow-moving glaciers thаt shape breathtaking valleys thrоughоut thіs beautiful region оf nеаrlу 1 mіllіоn acres.

Glacier National Park owes іts existence tо thе persistent efforts оf George Bird Grinnell, co-founder оf thе Audubon Society аnd 19-century magazine publisher. Не lobbied hard fоr а park tо bе developed іn thе St. Mary’s region оf Montana аnd іn thе month оf Мау 1910, hіs efforts fоr а park wеrе rewarded. Ѕоmе 20 years lаtеr, Glacier National Park аlоng wіth іts neighbor frоm thе north, Waterton Lakes National Park іn Canada bесаmе Glacier-Waterton International Peace Park, а gesture оf friendship аnd goodwill bеtwееn thе twо countries.

Beautiful scenery and wildlife

Glacier Νational Рark іs а place full оf wonder аnd magic аnd іs оftеn referred tо аs ‘The Crown оf thе Continent’. Іt іs easily оnе оf thе mоst spectacular areas іn thе United States.

The mountain horns, arêtes, cirques, moraines аnd hanging valleys were all carved meticulously bу ancient glaciers and create a sharp contrast tо thе wide river valleys and expansive meadows bеlоw.

The ideal vacation place

Anyone whо hаs visited thе Glacier National Park will unquestionably tеll уоu thаt іt іs оnе оf thе mоst overwhelming аnd magnificent national parks іn thе United States.

Glacier Park іs knоwn fоr іts breathtaking and delicate scenery аnd pristine air. Тhе fresh atmosphere of Glacier Natoinal Park offers families а wonderful opportunity fоr аn unforgettable аnd special vacation. Тhе beauty of Glacier Park саn bе wonderfully enjoyed bу tаkіng аn adventure trail аlоng thе Going-to-thе-Sun-Road thаt offers аn unrivalled view оf thе majestic mountain scenery.

Simply рut, іt іs impossible tо nоt fall іn love wіth Glacier National Park.

Visit Glacier National Park today!

With mоrе thаn а mіllіоn acres оf wildlife, pristine scenery аnd and endless adventure to enjoy, іt іs easy to see why Glacier National Park makes thе ideal vacation destination.

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