West Glacier RV Park/West Glacier, Montana
The most spectacular national park we’ve visited to date. Our Glacier National Park RV stay at West Glacier RV Park was a perfect location to explore this impressive national wonder.
Key Campground Takeaways:
- Perfect location to explore Glacier National Park
- Large, pull-through sites with full hookups.
- Enclosed dog park and walking trails
- Nice playground, laundry room and camp store
- Close to shops and restaurants at West Glacier Village
Our Campground Stay:
We truly enjoyed our stay at West Glacier RV Park. The spacious, pull-through site accommodated our canopy tent, which provided some welcome shade during a very hot stay. Our large site accommodated our guests who were camping in Glacier National Park for meals and gatherings at the wood firepit. The dogs enjoyed plenty of green space and the fully enclosed dog park. The park is large enough for long walks and there is a nice trail leading to West Glacier Village. This is a very family and dog-friendly RV park. The location could not be beat for day trips to Glacier National Park. As a newer park, the landscaping has not matured and there is little shade. You either hoped for a big rig to park next to your site or set up a canopy.
Tip: Buy your groceries well before you get to West Glacier as groceries and food are very expensive
What to Do:
Plan ahead and check out the park website for current information on vehicle reservations for the Going-to-the-Sun Road (as of 2022 rolling reservations are available 120 days out). Note: If you are staying or camping inside the park, vehicle reservations are not required.
Take a day and enjoy the Going-to-the-Sun Road. Bring the dogs along for the road trip unless you are planning on hiking along the way. Dogs are allowed at picnic areas and along the road when stopped, but they are not allowed on any trails. Start early to beat the crowds and pack a lunch as there are few food options until you get to St. Mary. Be aware that cell phone service is mostly non-existent in the park.
Tip: Print your reservation for the Going-to-the-Sun Road or download it on your phone before you get to Glacier National Park – cell service is unavailable at the entrance and beyond.
Plan a few days to hike the many trails throughout the park. The Avalanche Lake Trail is a 4.5 mile round trip moderate hike with a spectacular lake at the top – well worth the treck. Start early to avoid the crowds during this popular hike.
Tip: For hiking days, keep the dogs at the RV or reserve a kennel ahead of time.
Chili & Cedars’ Review: 4.8 PAWS (out of 5 PAWS)
West Glacier RV Park was really nice. We had long walks around the park once the sun went down. We were not allowed to hike in Glacier National Park – but that’s okay – not interested in running from bison or bears. We loved our ride through the park. Cedar’s head was hanging out the window most of the way.
