What to Know Before Biking the Going-To-The-Sun-Road in Glacier National Park, Insights from a Local

Are you planning to bike the Going-To-The-Sun-Road in Glacier National Park? Need help navigating all the travel logistics involved with doing so? If yes, you're in the right place!

In today's video I'm taking you along with me into Glacier Park to bike the famous GTTSR. I'll be explaining how to plan this experience, what time of year is best to go, how to coordinate logistics, and map out the route for you. My goal is to eliminate all the guesswork from your travels so that you can have a smooth and well-informed experience.

As mentioned in the video, biking season in Glacier is contingent on weather conditions for that year. Typically, the road opens for cyclists in early May up until late June, before it opens up for vehicle traffic for the rest of the summer. It's important to watch road updates closely during the spring to ensure you'll have the full experience and not run into unexpected road closures or obstacles. Road maintenance and construction projects are always happening on this road so it's highly advised to keep updated on the latest by checking the Glacier Park website: https://www.nps.gov/glac/planyourvisi...

Please note that to drive your own vehicle into Glacier N. Park you must have a vehicle reservation to enter. This is something you need if you plan to drive your bikes into the park and start using them near Lake McDonald Lodge or Avalanche Creek. Visit recreation.gov to find out more information and reserve your pass.

I do NOT advise biking the GTTSR once it opens to general vehicle traffic for the summer. This is a very narrow, two-lane road that's very crowded and busy during the summer. It's dangerous (and also quite annoying) to have bikers traveling on this tight road during peak season. Take advantage of it being accessible for bikers only during the spring and avoid the stress and risks that come from doing it later in the year. It's a much safer way/time to do it!

BIKE RENTAL/TOUR OPTIONS:
Biking Tours - https://app.rockporch.com/mlink/614?u...
Bike Rentals INSIDE Glacier National Park - https://app.rockporch.com/mlink/614?u...
Bike Rentals OUTSIDE of Glacier National Park:
Sportsman Ski Haus - https://www.sportsmanskihaus.com
Montana E-Bikes - https://www.mtebikes.com

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