Glacier National Park 2026 & 2027: What you need to know before you go. Lodging, Hikes, new Rules

This is my 7th annual What you need to know before you go to Glacier National Park. I tell you the latest information you need to plan you trip for 2026 or 2027. I provide an overview to my favorite National Park, helpful hints to getting in Park Hotel accommodations, describe the 5 day hike areas, and the sister park in Waterton Lakes in Canada. I provide a list of things to do and much More. 00:00 New for ‘26 2:29 Boat tours 4:44 Park Areas 5:13 Sun Road 9:55 Day Hike areas 11:18 Lodging 14:52 Shuttle Buses and Tours 18:49 Bear Safety 20:23 Hiking trails 25:25 Things to do 28:17 Weather issues 29:19 Getting there