Am I crazy for thinking about staying in Glacier Highland? We’re a family of 5, so our lodging is more limited. It’s right outside the west entrance.
@stevenm630123 сағат бұрын
The Swiftcurrent construction is going to be a nightmare. We are skipping Glacier this year.
@AlexontheMap15 сағат бұрын
Totally get that! If you are looking to explore Many Glacier, it will be a lot more of a hassle this year for sure.
@zavdav81703 күн бұрын
Hi Alex, thank you so much for the video!!! We are planning to visit Glacier National Park at the end of August from Canada, I wanted to ask if you make a visit plan individually, if yes, how can you be contacted? Thanks!!!
@AlexontheMap3 күн бұрын
Hi there! So glad this was helpful! You can book a free call with me here to discuss your trip and see if my itineraries are right for you: calendly.com/alexonthemap/national-park-itinerary-consultation
@zavdav81703 күн бұрын
@@AlexontheMap thank you so much!!!
@Just-For-Fun-1-2-37 күн бұрын
You put so much effort into your videos, and it shows. You deserve so many more subscribers from all over the world. Keep up the amazing work! Greetings from Denmark
@AlexontheMap7 күн бұрын
Thank you! That absolutely made my day--glad that this was helpful!
@Schmidt194211 күн бұрын
Would have been nice to have had more pictures of the actual buildings and rooms.
@Lynd818 күн бұрын
How crazy is it to visit in January? We will be on a road trip and have a chance to stop in and we’re not in that area often.
@AlexontheMap15 күн бұрын
It will be chilly! But everywhere is kind of cold right now. I would stick to the boardwalks!
@brookeinboots20 күн бұрын
I really need to get back to Arches. Brooke In Boots didn't even exist when I went 😂 Definitely putting Navajo and Devil's Garden on the list!
@ervinslens22 күн бұрын
Nicely elaborated and explained my friend!
@jeffandsuegroom965027 күн бұрын
If I have camping reservations in the park I don't need any type of other reservations?
@AlexontheMap27 күн бұрын
Yes! This correct!
@danielsheller133127 күн бұрын
We are coming to Glacier Park on Amtrak, and have reservations at Glacier Park Lodge in East Glacier for two nights, August 17-19. We were planning to take Red Bus Tour, but see that we cannot make reservations for 2025. Do you know if or when we can make reservations in 2025?
@AlexontheMap27 күн бұрын
You can usually book Red Bus Tours in the early spring months. I'd start looking in early March and check back on the website from then on.
@nameless-og27 күн бұрын
You're definitely someone i would trust to handle this stuff ❤ Goodluck with the service and thanks for all the insights!
@AlexontheMap24 күн бұрын
No problem! Thanks for hanging around!
@nameless-ogАй бұрын
How is the hygiene there? What did you do for food? Any concerns about the vehicle being left, and did you just leave it at the trailhead? (Hard to tell if there is a place to park)
@AlexontheMapАй бұрын
Hi, there! It was very clean--especially for a backpacking site. You most likely will need to pack all of your food in, though there is a little restaurant about two miles away from the campsite if you would like to do that instead. And yes--there is a parking lot at the trailhead and you leave your car there while you are backpacking.
@nameless-ogАй бұрын
i was thinking I would lighten the load a little, but not if it's a couple more miles, I want to do it in 2 days... hike in, rest a bit, see the falls, get up, and go the next morning. Another person was saying there is fry read at the falls too, so maybe I'll at least try it if you think it's safe. There was a whole bunch of people stuck there with norovirus earlier in the year. (Don't want to do the same excursion) Thanks soo much for sharing! Of the sights you've seen giving up a few days in order to experience, how does this rank? Would you go again?
@johnlangston4108Ай бұрын
This helped much more than other videos! I’m not much for crowds, and I have the luxury of traveling when I wish. I’m thinking mid to late September will be my goal. Thanks for the advice!
@AlexontheMapАй бұрын
I'm so glad! And yes--this is such a great time to go. Do keep in mind that reservations for this year last into September, but the crowds should be a lot fewer by then!
@AlexontheMapАй бұрын
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@karenhood6155Ай бұрын
How far is it to the beautiful overlook of lower Grinnell Lake?
@bereMARKable12 ай бұрын
I'm strongly considering a trip to Glacier in Sept 2025 for my 40th birthday and trying to decide where to stay. There is some availability at Belton Chalet, which seems like a great option, but curious what the breakfast options are nearby?
@AlexontheMap2 ай бұрын
You'll love it! Breakfast is available at the chalet, and you are very close to West Glacier and Coram, which will have a number of options, as well!
@bereMARKable12 ай бұрын
@ great! Thank you. Then do places nearby also offer premade/gran and go offerings to take with you for lunch?
@AlexontheMap2 ай бұрын
@@bereMARKable1 Yes! There will be a number of spots that will have those.
@DMexpertAbuShahriar2 ай бұрын
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@DMexpertAbuShahriar2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing this informative video❤❤ good job
@mitchellmcbreen97182 ай бұрын
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@EZ2XLR82 ай бұрын
What are the timed reservation slots? Example 7-9am, 12-3pm. Is it random or can you select a time when booking?
@AlexontheMap2 ай бұрын
They haven’t announced that yet, but once they do, I’ll be sure to make a short video on it!
@TravelHungryForLife2 ай бұрын
All the best have a great weekend cheers 👉👉👍👍👌👌
@AlexontheMap2 ай бұрын
Thanks! You too!
@TKnEarl2 ай бұрын
We appreciate all of the great info! Zion is on our radar for when we move to phase two of our journey. Thanks for the video!
@AlexontheMap2 ай бұрын
You're going to have an amazing time!
@ChristineLozada2 ай бұрын
I've always wanted to go here!
@ChristineLozada2 ай бұрын
This is so helpful!
@AliRaza-mv4sg2 ай бұрын
Can they work in winter also
@AlexontheMap2 ай бұрын
I would say yes depending on what you plan on doing with them! They're not 100% waterproof (no hiking boots are), so if you are in deep snow then snow boots are probably better. Bringing along a pair of crampons is always a good idea too if you're dealing with heavy snow on the hiking trail.
@Ninety99246 күн бұрын
Alex already answered the issue with snow getting in. These boots have great traction overall, but I've never used them on icy terrain. Also to keep in mind that these are not insulated so your feet may be cold, compared to wearing boots with insulation. In a recent backpacking trip, I woke up to low 20°s, and my feet were cold despite wearing a pair of reasonably thick smart wool socks. My feet were so cold that I worried about frost bite so I kept jumping and walking and later stood in a sunny spot where my feel could feel that it was warmer. Once I started hiking, my feet warm up. These boots are not designed to keep your feet warm below freezing temperatures.
@Jelonkiusa2 ай бұрын
Please keep in mind that not all in-park reservations will provide access to the restricted areas, for example if you have Apgar campground reservation you still need daily pass to enter Going-to-the-Sun Road from the west check point. Here's the official note: Lodging, camping (including front country developed campgrounds, which include Fish Creek and Apgar campgrounds and backcountry camping permits), transportation, or commercial activity reservations originating in Apgar will not provide access beyond the Apgar Check Point on Going-to-the-Sun Road. Lodging, camping (including front country developed campgrounds and backcountry camping permits), transportation, or commercial activity reservations originating east of Logan Pass cannot be used instead of a vehicle reservation for access past the Apgar Check Point heading east on Going-to-the-Sun Road. Visitors with service reservations along Going-to-the-Sun Road in locations east of Logan Pass (ex: Rising Sun and St. Mary campgrounds/boating) will need to enter Going-to-the-Sun Road via the St. Mary Entrance if they do not possess a vehicle reservation for Going-to-the-Sun Road (West). All visitors will be able to drive Going-to-the-Sun Road without a timed entry vehicle reservation going west from St. Mary.
@AlexontheMap2 ай бұрын
Good reminder! That is mentioned in the video, but it’s a good thing to remember!
@fredman10852 ай бұрын
I disagree with the comment nobody cares. Those of us who visit our National Parks find this informative.
@AlexontheMap2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Happy to share! ❤
@annsegler91892 ай бұрын
We plan on going to Glacier next summer . We will be staying at the RV park just outside the park and riding our E-Bikes into the park . Will we need a reservations to enter the park this way ? We already have our America the Beautiful senior pass . Where can we safely park our E-bikes while we take the Red Bus tour ? Hope you can answer these 2 questions . Thanks
@AlexontheMap2 ай бұрын
You do not need reservations if you plan on entering in by bike or walking. I do recommend you take the shuttle though if you plan on enjoying Going-to-the-Sun in July or August--just to be safe from traffic!
@LplusRatioplusNobodyCares2 ай бұрын
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@saraneumeyer14893 ай бұрын
I love how incredibly in depth you have decided to go! Crazy!! But like, AMAZING
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
So glad this is helpful! Makes my day!
@smokeayelotgaming8083 ай бұрын
Why can’t u go into the Grand Canyon?
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
You can! Just most people don’t!
@juanguzman15633 ай бұрын
Do you suggest going solo or with friends
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
@@juanguzman1563 either or! The Grand Canyon is great for solo travelers!
@VBpeace13 ай бұрын
Hi Alex, thanks for all the great tips. What would you suggest for a Boat Tour in Waterton, while seeing the Prince of Wales Hotel?
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
That’s so funny! You’re the second person to ask me that within a day. Definitely do it! Are you planning on staying at the Prince of Wales?
@VBpeace13 ай бұрын
@@AlexontheMap we will not stay at Prince Wales, just a boat tour. We will be based in Babb so we can access all the East side areas. We watched your Two Medicine and Many Glacier videos and are excited to explore the East side!
@dulciestevens17653 ай бұрын
Hi Alex, thanks for great info. Considering a boat tour while visiting Waterton next summer. Prince of Wales hotel. Any recommendations?
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
It’s such a great thing to do! I’d definitely make reservations beforehand if you can since there might not be a lot of space for walk-up passengers.
@Udrogoth3 ай бұрын
Great video! How is glacier right now at the end of October? I am coming through and plan on doing some hiking.
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
Cold! There might be a little snow up there and Going-to-the-Sun Road is closing this week. But no crowds!
@Udrogoth3 ай бұрын
@@AlexontheMap Amazing, Thank you!
@stevecooper35103 ай бұрын
Were you there in ‘22 or ‘23 (I’d have to check my notes) when a bison killed another bison on the dirt road up to Slough Creek campground about 100yds from the road? Grizzlies and wolves for a week. Imo, Lamar Valley is worth being the only destination in Yellowstone. With binos, spotting scope, a folding chair, camping gear for Pebble Creek campground (providing easy access to the Valley)…guaranteed to have a good time. From the mt goat cliffs near the NE entrance through the valley to Tower-Roosevelt for bison and black bears and everywhere in between. Good advice to sit and wait! I always encourage visitors to ask camp hosts, store cashiers, rangers and other visitors about location of carcasses and wolf pack rendezvous sites. Also, a decent chance of beavers (likely) and badgers (with effort and luck). We’ve only ever done Spring and Summer. Agree with you about Fall. That’s our next trip. I hear Winter is good too but we have to get hyped enough to get through all the mountain passes between coastal PNW and Lamar. Thanks for posting videos and helping people get the most out of visits to national parks etc.
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
@@stevecooper3510 Absolutely! And have an amazing time this winter! 🎉
@NATEG013 ай бұрын
I've been to Zion in the spring and late fall several times, and have always avoided it in the summer for the reasons you mentioned. Problem is that if you want to hike the Narrows, too early in the spring is not ideal because water levels are usually too high, and late fall is not ideal either unless if you wear appropriate gear because the water can get cold. My favorite time is May but crowds can start getting bad at that time.
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
October is my favorite for sure, but May is also a great time! Right before the crowds come in, which is perfect.
@GusPyfer3 ай бұрын
My girlfriend went up in the beginning of December and it was like a ghost town. The sights were beautiful with the snow on yhe ground but it wasnt too cold. There were a few shops thay were just straight up closed for the season, but it was awesome to feel like we had the little town all to ourselves
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
I feel like as a photographer winter is awesome. It can be so beautiful! 😍
@harmonicaveronica3 ай бұрын
From my understanding, the type of bear matters too. From what I've heard about different types of bears, I would definitely take an up close encounter with a black bear over a moose, but I'm not sure that I'd choose a grizzly over a moose. Obviously the best choice for any wildlife is that you each keep a respectful distance from each other though!
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
@@harmonicaveronica yes! That can definitely be a factor. Black bears can be aggressive too-especially if they have cubs. All of these tips apply for both!
@NATEG014 ай бұрын
We visited Glacier a few weeks ago and planned on hiking the Highline trail at Logan Pass. We did the right thing by going there early in the morning, but it was really foggy at the time with no views so we decided to come back later when the skies cleared up. We came back around noon, but at that time the parking was full. We had to circle around the parking lot for about 30 minutes until we finally snagged an open spot, and there were plenty of other vehicles dong the same thing. People will literally fight over parking spots here.
@AlexontheMap3 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! People always think I’m exaggerating when it comes to Logan but it’s true-it really is a zoo.
@ozziebrito45274 ай бұрын
Alex. Thanks for sharing. Where can we park at two-medicine ?
@AlexontheMap4 ай бұрын
There is a parking lot right near Two Medicine Lake and you can also park in the campground, as well.
@jatnielramirez31284 ай бұрын
Awesome!!!!! ❤
@scottallenboyd5 ай бұрын
Great video thank you, I do have a question are the Red use tours part of the Park shuttle system? if not do they cost how much, and how do you book them? we are planning a trip for the middle of August 2025 thanks Scott
@AlexontheMap5 ай бұрын
@@scottallenboyd hi there! Glad this was helpful. The red buses are a separate tour company. They stop at a lot of the same places, but you won’t be able to hop on, hop off if you want to hike. You can book them here, but probably not yet for 2025-you’ll have to wait until spring to do that: www.glaciernationalparklodges.com/red-bus-tours/ Cost varies depending on what tour you choose! Hope that helps!
@KathySimmons-kq8pn5 ай бұрын
Thanks for all the great tips and info!! Have you ever been in mid-September? Wondering if the Logan Pass parking situation lightens up a bit after Labor Day?
@AlexontheMap5 ай бұрын
Hi, Kathy! Yes! That's my favorite time to visit, actually! Parking should let up a lot by then!
@paulhuisman85845 ай бұрын
Returned them under warranty after a walk in the woods - no heavy hiking! - less then 15km on them; lost two of the outer lace-straps. Nice and comfortable yes, but not as durable as my trusty old M90 Army Bata's. Assume a factory defect - ordered a new pair.
@stevenmshawzy5 ай бұрын
Thanks for all the inside info. Also, do you need a reservation for Many Glacier in late September and early October?
@AlexontheMap5 ай бұрын
No prob! And nope-reservations end for the year September 8th.
@juanpabloaguilarbarrera56845 ай бұрын
Woodlands national park 💀
@ektaverma62135 ай бұрын
Hi Alex, really great informative video. I am planning to go to national park on 7th Sept 2024. I was planning to take the free shuttle inside the park. I have the question does fall shuttle service starts at 8 am in the morning? I couldn't find the start timing of the shuttle on the website. So, asking you if you have any idea. Also, will the fall reduced bus service, do you think I can cover Avlanche creek, lake Mcdonald and Logan Pass in a day ? I would really appreciate your advice. I am getting a red bus tour for 21st September. Any recommendation for 1 day if I take red bus instead of relying on free bus shuttle due to reduced shuttle service after Labor Day. Thanks you !
@AlexontheMap5 ай бұрын
I am actually not sure about what time the shuttle leaves in the morning in the fall. It might be worth it to call the park to ask. Avalanche Lake, Lake McDonald, and Logan Pass are all main stops, so you shouldn’t have a problem seeing them all that day.
@shubhampathak10805 ай бұрын
Amazing content, just subscribed to your channel ! Thanks for the detailed information, appreciate it ! Heading there in couple of days. Quick question, is it possible to turn back on the trail after a couple of miles ? We were considering doing hidden lake overlook point and a few miles on highline trail (maybe one or two just for the views) from logan pass. We were not sure if it is feasible to do so or whether it would be worth it ?
@AlexontheMap5 ай бұрын
So glad that the videos have been helpful! And yes--the Highline can be an out-and-back if you want. I often recommend doing exactly as you mentioned to clients to hike about a mile or two miles in and turn back.