About This Tour
Going-to-the-Sun Road isn't just a drive—it's an engineering miracle. Blasted and carved into sheer cliff faces in the 1930s, this 50-mile route crosses the Continental Divide through some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in North America. Turquoise lakes, thousand-foot waterfalls, and alpine meadows await around every switchback.
This GPS-triggered audio tour covers Going-to-the-Sun Road from both entrances, plus additional park roads. You'll hear the stories of the Blackfeet Nation, the workers who built this impossible road, and why these mountains are called the Crown of the Continent.
Tour Coverage
The tour plays stories anywhere you travel along the orange route. Just download the tour and start driving along the route.
What You'll Learn
- How workers carved a road into vertical cliffs with 1930s technology
- The glacial chemistry that creates Glacier's impossibly blue lakes
- Why the park's namesake glaciers are retreating—and what might remain
- The Blackfeet name for these mountains and their sacred significance
- Where to spot mountain goats, bighorn sheep, grizzlies, and more
What's Included
- 543 GPS-triggered story sites
- Offline functionality - essential since cell service barely exists here
- Interactive tour map with pullouts and viewpoints
- Tips on vehicle reservations (required in peak season)
- One-year access to the tour
Know Before You Go
- Entrance fee required — A valid entrance pass is needed to enter the park.
- Going-to-the-Sun Road — This iconic road has seasonal closures and vehicle size restrictions. Check road status before your visit.
- Vehicle reservations — During peak season, vehicle reservations may be required to enter certain areas. Check the park website for current requirements.
- Weather varies dramatically — Conditions can change quickly. Be prepared for snow at higher elevations even in summer.
- Stay safe — Stay on boardwalks, keep a safe distance from wildlife, and store food properly.
- Contact the park — Call 406-888-7800 for current information.
For more details, visit the National Park Service - Glacier Plan Your Visit page.
Ready to Explore?
Download your tour and experience the Crown of the Continent.