Lake McDonald Directory

ALMOST NEW! HIKER'S CABIN in West Glacier

A recently built or renovated cabin rental in West Glacier, marketed as a convenient base for hikers exploring the park's west side.

West Glacier, MT 59912

Apgar Lookout Suites

Studio-style rental suites in the heart of Apgar Village, above the shops and within walking distance of the beach and trailheads — no car needed once you're settled in.

Montana 59936

Bear Cabin! 6 mi to Glacier!

Small cabin stay roughly six miles from Glacier, a convenient option for visitors planning repeated park days.

Coram, MT 59912

Black Bear Cabin - Amish Cabin 5 Miles From Glacier

Amish-built cabin a short drive from Glacier, offering a simple private stay with a rustic mountain feel.

Coram, MT 59912

Custom built West Glacier cabin with private Salt Water Spa

A newer custom-built cabin near West Glacier with a private saltwater hot tub — designed for unwinding after long trail days rather than as a budget option.

West Glacier, MT 59912

Eagles Cabin! 6 miles to Glacier!

Cabin stay about six miles from Glacier, giving guests a quiet place to return to after west-side park outings.

Coram, MT 59912

Enjoy the Quiet of MT @ Our Cabin Above Spoon Lake

Private cabin above Spoon Lake in the Columbia Falls area, about 20 minutes from Glacier's west entrance — mountain views, no resort noise.

Montana 59912

Forest Retreat for families with Hot Tub, Deck & Firepits – 2 miles to Glacier

Family vacation rental about 2 miles from the park boundary with a hot tub, multiple fire pits, and a large deck — suited for groups who want outdoor space to gather after trail days.

West Glacier, MT 59912

Glacier Guides Aspen View Guest House

A Glacier Guides guest house on Belton Stage Road about a mile from the park entrance, often used by clients on multiday guided hiking or backcountry programs.

1130 Belton Stage, West Glacier, MT 59936

Glacier Guides Cedar View Guest House

A 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental 1.5 miles from the park entrance in West Glacier, sleeping up to six with a full kitchen, washer/dryer, WiFi and an outdoor patio with grill.

2550 Old Hwy 2 E, West Glacier, MT 59936

Glacier Guides Lodge

A compact lodge run by the Glacier Guides team, aimed at guests on multiday guided hiking or rafting programs — practical, well-located, and no resort fuss.

120 Highline Blvd, West Glacier, MT 59936

Glacier Highland

A motel-style property on US-2 just outside the west entrance with an attached restaurant — reliable, no-frills, and well-located for an early park start.

12555 US-2, West Glacier, MT 59936

Glacier Vista Golf Getaway

A vacation rental on Glacier Vista Drive in West Glacier, near the area's golf course — a residential-style getaway rather than a hotel property.

149 Glacier Vista Dr, West Glacier, MT 59936

Glacier Vista Motel

Budget roadside motel on US-2 about a mile west of the park entrance — basic rooms, low prices, and quick access to the outfitters and the Middle Fork Flathead.

12340 US-2 E, West Glacier, MT 59936

Glacier Wilderness Resort

A small resort on US-2 about 8 miles east of West Glacier near the Bear Creek drainage, with cabin rentals and easy access to backcountry trailheads on the quieter south side of the park.

13400 US-2, West Glacier, MT 59936

Going to the Sun Chalet B

Private chalet rental near Great Northern Resort on US-2, within walking distance of the Middle Fork Flathead River and the cluster of rafting outfitters.

West Glacier, MT 59912

Going to the Sun Chalets

Private vacation chalets near the Middle Fork Flathead, available through Going to the Sun Chalets management — a good option for small groups or couples who want self-contained accommodation.

2655 Old Hwy 2 E, West Glacier, MT 59936

Granite Park Chalet

A National Historic Landmark at 6,690 feet, reachable only on foot via the Highline Trail or from The Loop — offering bunk beds, a cook-it-yourself kitchen, and sweeping views across the Garden Wall.

West Glacier, MT 59936

Great Cabin- get own beach & dock! Perfect for Glacier National Park Vacation!

Another lakeside vacation cabin south of West Glacier with private beach and dock — one of a small cluster of waterfront rentals on quiet Flathead Valley lakes near the park.

Montana 59912

Great Cabin- get own beach dock! Perfect for Glacier National Park Vacation!

Private vacation cabin on a small lake south of West Glacier, with its own sandy beach and dock — ideal for families who want waterfront time alongside days in the park.

Montana 59912

Green Valley Ranch

Quiet ranch property near Coram in the Flathead Valley, a peaceful alternative to West Glacier's busier lodging strip for those who want more space and less foot traffic.

300 Desert Lodge Rd, Coram, MT 59913

Heavens Peak Lodge & Resort

A small independent lodge and resort property on US-2 near West Glacier, one of several motels and resorts along this stretch of highway leading to the park entrance.

12130 US-2, West Glacier, MT 59936

Lake Five Resort

Small lakeside resort on private Lake Five about 5 miles from West Glacier — good for swimming and boating on a calm, less-crowded lake between days in the park.

540 Belton Stage, West Glacier, MT 59936

Log Home Near Glacier National Park

Private log home near Glacier National Park, offering a classic mountain-stay feel with room for a self-guided trip.

Montana 59912

Marmot Cabin - Amish Cabin 5 Miles from Glacier

Amish cabin close to Glacier National Park, suited for travelers who want a compact private base near the west entrance.

Coram, MT 59912

Moss Mountain Inn

Intimate B&B-style inn on North Fork Road a few miles from Glacier's west entrance, with five rooms and a reputation for standout breakfasts.

4655 N Fork Rd, Columbia Falls, MT 59912

Motel Lake McDonald

No-frills motel units steps from Lake McDonald Lodge — one of the few affordable options actually inside park boundaries on the west side.

466 Lake McDonald Loop, West Glacier, MT 59936

Paddle Ridge

Cabin units managed by Glacier Park Collection at West Glacier Village, across the road from Glacier Anglers and the Flathead River outfitters.

12400 US-2, West Glacier, MT 59936

Rustic Lakeside Cabin

A rustic cabin on a small lake about 3 miles from the park, advertised with its own private beach and dock — similar in style to the other independent lakeside cabin rentals south of West Glacier.

Montana 59912

Scenic Forest Lodge Outside Glacier National Park!

A forest lodge rental just outside the park boundary near West Glacier, with easy access to Apgar and the lake without paying in-park lodging prices.

West Glacier, MT 59912

Silverwolf Log Chalets Resort

Hand-hewn log chalets in Coram about 7 miles from the west entrance, with wooded grounds and a quieter, more residential atmosphere than resort-style lodging.

160 Gladys Glen Rd, Coram, MT 59913

Smoky Bear Ranch

Working-ranch-style property on North Fork Road outside Columbia Falls, with a peaceful rural setting well removed from the busy West Glacier entrance corridor.

4761 Smokey Bear Ln, Columbia Falls, MT 59912

Snowmoon Ranch

Private ranch property near West Glacier available for stays, on the quieter side of the river corridor away from the main visitor strip.

West Glacier, MT 59912

Swiftcurrent Motor Inn

Cabin and motel-room complex in Many Glacier, steps from the Swiftcurrent trailhead and within easy reach of the popular routes to Iceberg Lake and Grinnell Glacier.

Glacier National Park, Glacier Dr, Columbia Falls, MT 59912

The Great Bear Inn

A well-regarded inn on Blankenship Road south of West Glacier, with mountain views, a pastoral setting, and good distance from the highway noise of the main entrance strip.

5672 Blankenship Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

The Village Inn

Lakefront motel in Apgar with rooms facing Lake McDonald — the kind of place where you watch the sunset over the water from a chair outside your door.

68 W Apgar Loop Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

West Glacier Bear Cabin

A compact cabin in Apgar Village steps from the park entrance and lake access, run by Glacier Bear Cabin — small, personal, and well-reviewed.

47 McDonald Crk Ln, West Glacier, MT 59936

West Glacier Bear Cabin In Glacier National Park

Private cabin rental in Apgar near the park boundary, steps from Lake McDonald — a quieter, more personal alternative to the lodge properties in the same area.

Montana 59936

West Glacier Getaway: Mountain & Golf Course Views

West Glacier getaway with mountain and golf-course views, giving visitors a comfortable base between hikes and scenic drives.

West Glacier, MT 59912

West Glacier Home w/ Majestic Mountain Views!

Private West Glacier home with mountain views, suited for guests who want space and easy access to the park entrance.

West Glacier, MT 59912

West Glacier Village

The commercial cluster at Glacier's west entrance — Glacier Park Collection's lodging, Freda's counter service, a camp store, a gas station, and mini golf, all within a short walk.

250 Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

Avalanche Campground

An 87-site NPS campground at Avalanche Creek with immediate trail access to the Trail of the Cedars and Avalanche Lake — one of the most sought-after reservations on the west side.

West Glacier, MT 59936

Big Creek Campground

Flathead National Forest campground on the North Fork Flathead River near Polebridge — a launching point for remote North Fork country and Bowman Lake exploration.

N Fork Rd, Columbia Falls, MT 59912

Glacier Glamp Stargazer Tube Tent

Stargazer tube tent near Glacier, offering a novelty glamping stay with a simple outdoor setup.

Coram, MT 59912

Glacier Rim

Forest Service campground on North Fork Road surrounded by mixed conifer forest, a quieter option for visitors exploring the west side away from the main park campground cluster.

4975-5055 N Fork Rd, Columbia Falls, MT 59912

Glacier View Golf Club and RV Park

A nine-hole public golf course and RV park at the edge of West Glacier, where the Flathead River bends near the park boundary — a more relaxed alternative to the main campground cluster.

640 River Bnd Dr, West Glacier, MT 59936

Gunsight Lake Campground

Backcountry camp on the north shore of Gunsight Lake, a natural midpoint on the 20-mile Gunsight Pass traverse across the park.

Gunsight Pass Trail, East Glacier Park, MT 59434

Lake Ellen Wilson Campground

Remote backcountry camp on one of the park's least-visited lakes, positioned between Gunsight Pass and Sperry Glacier on a seldom-traveled interior route.

West Glacier, MT 59936

Lincoln Lake Campground

Backcountry camp at Lincoln Lake off the Fielding-Lincoln route — a rarely visited corner of the park with no day-hiker traffic.

Lincoln Creek Trail, West Glacier, MT 59936

Many Glacier Campground

Campground in the Many Glacier valley, well positioned for east-side hikes, wildlife viewing, and lake scenery.

Continental Divide Trail, Browning, MT 59417

Moccasin Creek River Access Boating Site

A Forest Service river access site on the Middle Fork Flathead near Moccasin Creek, used for float trips and fishing the lower river canyon.

West Glacier, MT 59936

North American RV Park & Yurt Village

North American RV Park & Yurt Village serves RV travelers near Glacier National Park, with a practical base for exploring Lake McDonald and the west entrance area.

10640 Hwy 2 E, Coram, MT 59913

North Fork Flathead River Campground/Boat Landing

A small Forest Service camp and boat launch on the North Fork Flathead, about 12 miles north of Columbia Falls on gravel road — used for float trips and riverside camping in the North Fork valley.

Columbia Falls, MT 59912

Peaceful Tent Rental for Glamping near Glacier National Park

Peaceful glamping tent near Glacier National Park, suited for visitors who want an outdoorsy stay without hauling full camping gear.

Coram, MT 59912

Quaint Cozy Camper on 6 acres in the wilderness near GNP

A vintage camper on six private wooded acres near Glacier — no resort amenities, no neighbors, just trees and quiet within reach of the park.

Montana 59912

Snyder Lake Campground

Backcountry camp at the base of a hanging valley below Mount Edwards, reached by a 4.4-mile trail from Lake McDonald Lodge.

West Glacier, MT 59936

Sperry Chalet Campground

A small designated backcountry camp near the historic Sperry Chalet at about 6,500 feet on the trail up from Lake McDonald Lodge.

West Glacier, MT 59936

Sprague Creek Campground

A small, tents-only campground directly on Lake McDonald's eastern shore, with a few sites that look straight across the water toward the peaks — books out fast, worth planning ahead.

West Glacier, MT 59936

Sundance Campground

Campground option near the Glacier region, useful for travelers looking for an outdoors-focused overnight base.

10545 Hwy 2 E, Columbia Falls, MT 59912

Wander Camp Glacier

Glamping-style campground near Glacier, offering simple tent lodging for visitors who want an outdoorsy base without full setup.

Gladys Glen Rd, Columbia Falls, MT 59912

West Glacier River Access Boating Site

A Forest Service boat launch and camp on the Middle Fork Flathead just south of the West Glacier bridge, used by rafters taking out after Class III runs down the canyon.

US-2, West Glacier, MT 59901

Dew Drop Inn

Local dining spot offering a relaxed meal stop for visitors staying or traveling near the west side of Glacier.

10750 US-2, Coram, MT 59913

Glacier National Pizza

200 Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

Great Northern Railway Cafe

12125 US-2, West Glacier, MT 59936

Jammer Joes Grill and Pizzaria

The casual alternative at Lake McDonald Lodge — named after the iconic red Jammer buses, it serves pizza and grill food and suits families better than Russell's for a quick meal.

West Glacier, MT 59936

Lazy Bear Cafe

Cafe at the West Glacier KOA serving breakfast and lunch — convenient if you're staying on site and don't want to drive into town for food.

355 Halfmoon Flts Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

Russell's Fireside Dining Room

The sit-down restaurant inside Lake McDonald Lodge, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner served in the 1913 stone-fireplace dining room overlooking the lake — reservations strongly recommended in summer.

288 Lake McDonald Ldg Lp, West Glacier, MT 59936

Scoops

Small dining stop near West Glacier, ideal for a quick sweet treat or casual bite after time in the park.

353 Halfmoon Flts Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

The Northern Lights Saloon

255 Polebridge Loop, Polebridge, MT 59928

Apgar Boat Rentals

Dock-side rentals at Apgar's lakeshore — kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards to explore the south end of Lake McDonald on your own schedule.

300 Apgar Lp Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

Columbia Mountain Outfitters

355 Halfmoon Flts Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

Flathead Outdoors - Apgar Village in Glacier Park

Newer outdoor rental shop in Apgar offering bikes, paddleboards, and water gear, with a personal service approach and good availability during peak season.

34 W Apgar Loop Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

Glacier Anglers & Outfitters

Full-service fly fishing outfitter at West Glacier Village, running half- and full-day guided trips on the Middle Fork and North Fork Flathead Rivers.

12400 US-2, West Glacier, MT 59936

Glacier Park Boat Company

The park's main lake touring company, running guided scenic cruises on Lake McDonald, St. Mary, Two Medicine, and Many Glacier lakes throughout the season.

Glacier National Park, Apgar Lp Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

Glacier Park Boat Company at Lake McDonald Lodge

Glacier Park Boat Company's lodge dock, running 90-minute guided scenic cruises on Lake McDonald with narration on the park's geology and peaks.

466 Lake McDonald Loop, West Glacier, MT 59936

Lake McDonald Horse Stable

Seasonal NPS-run stable near Lake McDonald Lodge, with guided trail rides through the old-growth cedar and hemlock forest on the valley floor.

West Glacier, MT 59936

Many Glacier Boat Deck

Boat dock area in Many Glacier, used for lake access and scenic boat trips in the park's east-side mountains.

1147 Rte 3, Browning, MT 59417

Montana River Anglers

West Glacier-based fly fishing guide service with deep local knowledge of the Flathead River system and surrounding backcountry waters.

Sky Eco Rentals- E-bikes, Studios, & Cabins

Rental and lodging business offering e-bikes along with studios and cabins near the Glacier area.

10630 Hwy 2 E, Coram, MT 59913

Swan Mountain Outfitters Apgar Corral

Swan Mountain's Apgar corral, running shorter guided rides for families and visitors staying at the south end of Lake McDonald.

Apgar Lookout Trail, Columbia Falls, MT 59912

Camp Store

A small camp store near Lake McDonald Lodge, stocking snacks, firewood, and basic supplies for guests staying in the lodge area.

476 Lake McDonald Ldg Lp, West Glacier, MT 59936

Glacier Outdoor Center

Adjacent to Glacier Anglers at West Glacier Village, this small shop carries fishing gear, outdoor clothing, and Glacier-specific equipment.

12400 US-2, West Glacier, MT 59936

Headwaters Outdoor Store

Outdoor clothing and gear shop on Going-to-the-Sun Road at West Glacier, good for picking up layers and footwear for visitors who underestimated how cold the mountains get.

125 Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

Huckleberry Hut

A huckleberry-themed shop on Going-to-the-Sun Road in West Glacier, part of the same small retail cluster as the other shops near the park entrance.

130 Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

Montana House

A shop in Apgar specializing in Montana-made and American-crafted goods — a better alternative to generic souvenirs if you want something with actual local character.

198 Apgar Lp Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

School House Gifts

A small gift shop in a historic Apgar building with a curated selection of Montana-themed souvenirs and locally made items.

165 Apgar Lp Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936

West Glacier Camp Store

Supplies, snacks, and basic camp gear near the West Glacier entrance — the last stop for essentials before heading into the park.

200 Going-to-the-Sun Rd, West Glacier, MT 59936