With the snow still on the ground, it may seem a little too soon to be thinking about the Going-to-the-Sun Road Vehicle Reservation. Vehicle reservations go online on March 2, 2022 for Going-to-the-Sun Road Vehicle Reservation. Vehicle Registration can be obtained through https://www.recreation.gov/.

Going-to-the-Sun Road Vehicle Reservation Details

A Going-to-the-Sun Road Vehicle Reservation is required for each vehicle accessing the Going-to-the-Sun Road from May 27 through September 11, 2022, from 6 am to 4 pm. Going-to-the-Sun Road include all points between the West Glacier, Camas, and St. Mary entrances.
Valid for 3 days
Cost: $2

Vehicle access beyond these points require a Going-to-the-Sun Vehicle Reservation, in addition to a park pass:

• West Entrance Station
• Camas Entrance Station
• Rising Sun area (5 miles west of St. Mary Entrance Station)

Visitors with lodging, camping, transportation, or commercial reservations within the GTSR corridor can use their service reservation receipt for entry in lieu of the vehicle reservation from Recreation.gov. This included reservation applies only to the date of your service reservation.

A vehicle reservation will not be required at the St. Mary Entrance prior to the Going-to-the-Sun Road being fully open, typically around June. Once snow removal and road preparations are complete, vehicle reservations will be required at the Rising Sun area.

Parking passes are available at the entrance station or by visiting https://www.recreation.gov/.

When can I get my vehicle reservation?

Vehicle reservations go online March 2.

Primary Booking Window: Roughly half of the vehicle reservations are available 120 days in advance on March 2nd at 8:00 am MST.

Secondary Booking Window: The remaining vehicle reservations will be available the day before the effective day.

How do I reserve my vehicle reservation?

The reservation system will require visitors to set up an account on www.Recreation.gov and obtain a vehicle reservation ($2 nonrefundable fee). Recreation.gov is not operated by Glacier National Park. Visitors may also make a reservation through Recreation.gov’s call center. Contacting the call center does not give you an advantage towards securing a reservation but provides help for those who don’t have access to internet or are not as familiar with technology. Call centers are open every day from 8:00 am MDT to 10:00 pm MDT and the reservation fee remains $2.

Vehicle reservations are available online at https://www.recreation.gov/ or:

• by calling the Reservation Line: 877-444-6777
• Reservation International: 606-515-6777
• Reservation Line (TDD) 877-833-6777
• or by using the recreation.gov mobile app (iOS/Android).

Visitors are encouraged to set up their account in advance. Once you set up an account, you will select the day you plan to visit the park, add it to your cart, and process payment. Visit the article on the Recreation.gov Help Center for detailed information on purchasing a vehicle reservation. After payment, you will receive an e-mail confirmation with an attached vehicle reservation. Visitors should save the vehicle reservation (e.g., print, download, screenshot). Vehicle Reservations are non-transferable, and resale or auction of reservations is prohibited. Visitors are encouraged to secure vehicle reservations prior to arriving at the park. Vehicle Reservations must be purchased from Recreation.gov and are not available at park entrance stations or park offices. Limited cell service is available in West Glacier and St. Mary. Wi-Fi may be available in surrounding communities. Many public libraries and area hotels provide free access.

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406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more.  From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our  Events Calendar – HERE –  and get in the buzz!

The city of Libby in Montana is known as the “City of Eagles,” and was settled in the 1880’s, Libby has about 2,750 residents and is located on Kootenai River shadowed by the Cabinet Mountains.

The city has a long history of mining and timber industry, but has transitioned over the years to tourism. As a city known as the City of Eagles, several eagle sculptures can be found around town including three 60 foot eagles.

From hiking and fishing to great food, skiing, camping and shopping, Libby is a great place to explore. Stop by the Libby Heritage Museum and check out an original locomotive, view the beautiful waterfalls at Kootenai Falls, and then see if you have what it takes to cross the Kootenai Falls Suspension Bridge.

 

Explore Libby, Montana

Do you like hiking? Libby has over 200 trails where you can explore and see nature peacefully. You can walk through ancient cedar groves that are lined with giant ferns or you can explore The Kootenai. Kootenai Falls and the Kootenai Falls Suspension Bridge are both a site to behold.  If that is not enticing enough, the wildlife is amazing offering great opportunities to catch a glimpse of Bighorn sheep, white-tailed deer, mule deer, moose, elk , black bears, bobcats, mountain lions, osprey and of course bald eagles.

Do you enjoy fishing, boating and hunting? The Kootenai River flows year round because of the Libby Dam which means there are great opportunities for the fishing enthusiast.  Lake Koocanusa likes half way between the US and Canada. It has over 200 miles of accessible shoreline which is perfect for boating. Hunting is a way of life in Montana and the hunting in the Kootenai is great with over 6,000 acres to explore.  There are also hundreds of campgrounds to choose from in the area. If you like golf, check out the 18 hole course at the foot of the Cabinet Wilderness. 

How about skiing and snowmobiling? Libby is not crowed which means you can choose your own adventure as you cross-country ski through groomed trails with spectacular views of Yaak and Kootenai. Grab a helmet and explore the area on a snowmobile. Each ride is unique offering an experience that will be remembered. Turner Mountain has over 300 inches of snowfall per year. It is a volunteer run located 23 miles north of Libby with one double chairlift and about 300 acres. The mountain is open Friday through Sunday only so plan ahead. 

Is shopping and eating more of your style? If you like antiquing, there are some great deals in Libby. Stop by Left Hand Antiques and Curios, Red Barn Antiques and even the thrift stores. You may find a treasure that you must add to your collection. There are lots of great gift shops filled with local hand-made items from quilts to huckleberry jam. You will not go hungry in Libby with great local restaurants like Henry’s Restaurant, The Last Straw Café, and the Burger Express….just to mention a few. Ask the locals, they will tell you a great place to stop in for a bite.  Don’t forget to stop into the Heritage Museum, it is a wonderful place to explore and learn about the history of Libby, Montana. 

Libby is a great place to check out in Montana, but don’t read about, visit Libby, Montana.  There are lots of great resources to learn more about Libby, Montana. Check out LibbyMT.com, City of Libby Website, or the Libby Chamber Website.

Are you in the Buzz?

406.Buzz is your best resource for the latest events happening around the Montana Flathead Valley area. From Kalispell and Whitefish to Eureka and Columbia Falls, we’ve got the hottest events, best outdoor activities, restaurant lists, and so much more.  From farmers’ markets and breweries to festivals, music events and family fun entertainment, we know all the buzz happening around town.

Whether you are a local or a visitor, we have all the insider information on the best places to check out every day of the week. Check out our  Events Calendar – HERE –  and get in the buzz!