Going-to-the-Sun Road
Glacier National Park, Flathead County, MT
Point-to-point trail in Glacier National Park, Flathead County, MT. Scenic drive.
- Distance
- 48.6 mi (78.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,970 ft (1,210 m)
- Est. Time
- 17 hr 40 min
- High point
- 6,647 ft (2,026 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Apgar Campground 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from start
- Trailhead: Lincoln Lake Trailhead 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from start
- Campsite: Sprague Creek 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from start
- Picnic area 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from start
- Trailhead: Sperry Trailhead 10 mi (16 km) from start
- Trailhead: Johns Lake Trailhead 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from start
- Waterfall: McDonald Falls 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint: McDonald Creek Overlook 13.6 mi (21.8 km) from start
- Campsite: Avalanche Campground 15.4 mi (24.7 km) from start
- Picnic area 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from start
- Visitor center 15.5 mi (24.9 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Red Rocks 16.6 mi (26.8 km) from start
- Waterfall: Red Rock Falls 16.7 mi (26.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 17.2 mi (27.7 km) from start
- Toilets: Outhouse 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint 21.1 mi (34 km) from start
- Viewpoint 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint 22.7 mi (36.6 km) from start
- Trailhead: Granite Park Trailhead 23.3 mi (37.5 km) from start
- Waterfall 25.1 mi (40.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Going-to-the-Sun Road
How long is Going-to-the-Sun Road?
Going-to-the-Sun Road is 48.6 mi (78.2 km) long. Most people take about 17 hr 40 min. It climbs 3,970 ft (1,210 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,647 ft (2,026 m).
How hard is Going-to-the-Sun Road?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Going-to-the-Sun Road?
25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Going-to-the-Sun Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 9 mi (14.6 km), 10 mi (16.1 km), 15.5 mi (24.9 km).
Is Going-to-the-Sun Road shaded?
Partly shaded (52% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Going-to-the-Sun Road?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Going-to-the-Sun Road?
Best for Scenic drive.
Where can you eat near Going-to-the-Sun Road?
Food, 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Food Market, 0.8 mi (1.3 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Going-to-the-Sun Road?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Going-to-the-Sun Road
- Apgar Bike Trail Glacier National Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.5 km)
- Apgar Bike Trail Glacier National Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Apgar Bike Trail Glacier National Park · Easy · 3 mi (4.9 km)
- Apgar Bike Trail Glacier National Park · Easy · 3 mi (4.9 km)
- Apgar Transit Center Bike Path Glacier National Park · Easy · 1.2 mi (1.9 km)
- Apgar Transit Center Bike Path Glacier National Park · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Apgar Flats Horse Glacier National Park · Easy · 6.1 mi (9.9 km)
- Apgar Flats Horse Glacier National Park · Easy · 6.1 mi (9.8 km)
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