• West Glacier - This is the gateway town located just outside the western entrance of Going-to-the-Sun Road. It’s the last full-service town where you can grab essentials like coffee, gas, or bear spray before embarking on the two-hour drive.
• Apgar - At the Apgar Visitor Center, visitors can explore exhibits, plan their trips, use the restroom, and refill water bottles. It’s also the boarding point for the Going-to-the-Sun Shuttle. Apgar village offers a cafe, gift shop, supply store, and more.
• Lake McDonald - Here, visitors can enjoy their first views of Lake McDonald, the largest lake in Glacier National Park.
• Apgar Beach on Lake McDonald - This quick stop allows visitors to stroll along the pebbly shores of McDonald Lake, admiring its renowned rainbow rocks.
• Sprague Creek Campground - This lakeside campground offers numerous picnic tables for visitors to enjoy.
• Lake McDonald Lodge - Originally named the Lewis Glacier Hotel, it was constructed in 1914 by prospector John Lewis. This fine example of parkitecture is crafted from local stone and cedar.
• McDonald Falls - McDonald Falls is one of two short but stunning waterfalls along the McDonald Creek Trail. The blue-green water and white foam are particularly beautiful on clear, sunny days.
• Sacred Dancing Cascade - The second of the two cascading McDonald Creek falls. Visitors can stop at each roadside pullover or take the McDonald’s Creek Trail to see both. Turning around at McDonald’s Fall makes the total time only one hour and about a mile long.
• Trail of the Cedars - Known for its Western Red Cedar and Hemlock rainforest, the Trail of the Cedars is an easy, flat, half-mile loop. Many hikers choose to continue on to Avalanche Lake.
• Avalanche Lake - To reach this famous lake, hikers start at the Trail of the Cedars Trailhead. The 4.5-mile (7 km) Avalanche Lake Trail passes through rainforest, multiple waterfalls, and leads to a crystal-clear glacial lake reflecting Avalanche Peak.
• Red Rock Point - These rocks, made of compacted clay and oxidized iron, have a rusty red color. This roadside stop features the clear-blue waters of McDonald Creek cascading over the red Grinnell rocks.
• Mount Cannon - This overlook provides views of the snow-dusted Mount Cannon. Formerly known as Mount Goat until 1901, it was first summited by two adventurous newlyweds.
• Garden Wall - This overlook offers a first view of the McDonald Valley before ascending to the higher altitudes of the Garden Wall.
• The Loop Trailhead - The Loop is the steepest hairpin turn on the road and a major highlight for hikers. It’s the trailhead for some of the park’s most famous trails, including The Loop, Granite Park, and the Highline.
• Bird Woman Falls - Fed by snowmelt from Mount Oberlin and Mount Cannon, the falls are especially spectacular in late spring and early summer. From the overlook, Bird Woman Falls, at 960 feet, is visible across the valley.
• Paradise Meadow - The Paradise Meadow overlook is a quick roadside stop offering views across the rolling hills and valleys of Glacier. In spring, vibrant wildflowers blanket the hillside.
• Oberlin Bend - Oberlin Bend features a ten-minute boardwalk trail with great views of Logan Pass, the McDonald Valley, and sometimes Glacier’s mountain goats.
• Logan Pass - At 6,600 feet above sea level, Logan Pass is the highest elevation on the road. There’s much to see and do here, including several famous trails and the Logan Pass Visitor Center.
• Highline Trail - One of the most popular trails on the Going-to-the-Sun Road, the Highline Trail in Glacier National Park is a spectacular 11.8-mile path following the Continental Divide, offering breathtaking views of alpine meadows, rugged mountain peaks, and diverse wildlife.
• Lunch Creek - Hidden in a hairpin turn, Lunch Creek Pullover is where water cascades down Pollock Mountain. A short walk leads to the observation deck to enjoy the sights and sounds.
• Piegan Pass - Piegan Pass is a popular hike, but at over nine miles long, it’s a full-day adventure. The trail follows Siyeh Creek through a thick spruce-fir forest and up to the barren, rocky pass between Siyeh and the Cataract Mountains.
• Jackson Glacier Overlook - Jackson Glacier Overlook offers views of Jackson, the park’s 7th largest remaining glacier, and provides information about glaciers and their future in the park.
• St. Mary Falls - For a short hike, the St. Mary Falls Trail is highly recommended. It’s only 1.5 miles to the falls and back, with less than 200 feet of elevation change. To double the falls experience, take the trail down to Virginia Falls for a total of three miles round trip.
• Siyeh Pass - This quick hike is great on its own or with St. Mary’s Falls. It’s just over a mile to Baring Falls and back.
• Sun Point Nature Trail - The picturesque promontory of Sun Point is perfect for overlooking St. Mary Lake. The Sun Point Nature Trail, a two-mile (3 km) hike, offers stunning views of Saint Mary Lake, Baring Falls, and Red Eagle Mountain.
• Wild Goose Island Lookout - Wild Goose Island lookout is an excellent spot to practice photography skills. From left to right, the mountains visible are Red Eagle, Mahtotopa, Little Chief, Dusty Star, and Citadel.
• The Narrows - This overlook provides views of The Narrows and The Golden Staircase, the narrowest channel of the lake and the retaining wall built to support the banks.
• Rising Sun Boat Dock - A great spot to dip toes in the waters of St. Mary Lake, watch boaters, or even set sail.
• Rising Sun Picnic Area - This lakeside picnic area is one of the final stops before exiting the eastern Going-to-the-Sun gate.
• Saint Mary Visitor Center - At the St. Mary Visitor Center, visitors can browse the bookstore and exhibits, and watch a film on the park’s history. Restrooms and water bottle refills are also available.
• Saint Mary Historic Ranger Station - This “secret stop” is often missed by visitors. Located about 500 feet down Beaver Pond Trail, this historic ranger station was built in 1913 and housed one of the earliest park rangers.

• Tours NEVER expire
• Offline map (no wifi or data needed)
• Turn-by-turn directions using GPS
• Hours of audio narration with stories, travel tips and music
• Audio narration that plays automatically as you drive

• Private Transportation
• Meals & Refreshments

Embark on a journey along one of the world’s most stunning routes—Going-to-the-Sun Road—and explore the awe-inspiring scenery of Glacier National Park at your leisure. Meander through glacial valleys, past turquoise lakes, cascading waterfalls, and rugged alpine peaks, all while listening to engaging stories about the park’s wildlife, geology, and history.

Begin your adventure from either entrance and enjoy the freedom to pause for short hikes such as Trail of the Cedars or Hidden Lake Overlook, observe mountain goats and bighorn sheep, take panoramic photos, or relax in meadows filled with wildflowers. Utilize offline GPS navigation, benefit from insider tips, and enjoy lifetime access to revisit whenever you wish.

Key attractions include Logan Pass, St. Mary Lake, Wild Goose Island, Weeping Wall, Rising Sun, and numerous scenic pull-offs.

Download the tour, set off on your journey, and discover Glacier’s breathtaking beauty—on your own terms, with each mile revealing a new vista.

• Additional Starting Points: Columbia, Middle Fork, Baab, Kiowa and Wetzel
• Travelers must have a smartphone compatible with the Shaka Guide app.
• The app must be downloaded and the tour redeemed before arrival.
• Strong Wi-Fi or cellular data is required to download the tour in advance.
• Location services (GPS) must be enabled on the device
• Travelers are responsible for securing any required entrance passes, reservations, or permits before starting
• No vehicle reservations required as of 2026 — park pass still required at the gate
• Road is seasonal — typically open late spring through mid-fall; exact dates depend on snow and weather; check NPS site
• Best time to visit: July–August (full access); September for fewer crowds; go early morning or late afternoon to avoid peak traffic
• Logan Pass parking is limited to 3 hours — if doing longer hikes like the Highline Trail, book a shuttle reservation (opens on a rolling 60-day window)
• Vehicle size limits: no vehicles longer than 21 ft or wider than 8 ft between Avalanche Creek and Rising Sun; vehicles over 10 ft tall may have difficulty west of Logan Pass
• Main safety concerns: falls at overlooks, fast-changing weather, and bears — bring layers and bear spray (rentable at Kalispell Airport or Apgar Village)
• Food and restrooms are limited and seasonal — pack water and snacks

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.