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| 1:24,000 Scale USGS quadrangle maps of Glacier National Park in Montana, sent to you on CD-ROM. |
Glacier National Park preserves over million acres of forests, alpine meadows, and lakes. Glacier National Park was established to protect the area's spectacular scenic values, as characterized by the geologic features of the Rocky Mountains and valleys and the native plant and animal life. Its diverse habitats are home to over 70 species of mammals and over 260 species of birds. The park has some of the most beautiful mountain scenery in the western United States. A combination of spectacular scenery, diverse flora and fauna, and relative isolation from major population centers have combined to make Glacier National Park the center of one of the largest and most intact ecosystems in North America. The spectacular glaciated landscape is a hikers paradise containing 700 miles of maintained trails that lead deep into one of the largest intact ecosystems in the lower 48 states.
Locator Map of Glacier National Park
In 1932 Glacier and Waterton Lakes National Park, in Canada, were officially designated Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park. This designation celebrates the longstanding peace and friendship between our two nations. Glacier and Waterton Lakes have both been designated as Biosphere Reserves and together were recognized, in 1995, as a World Heritage Site.
Glacier National Park is located in northwestern Montana on the U.S./Canadian border. Access to the park from the east and west is along U.S. Highway 2. Park headquarters is located in West Glacier. Glacier National Park is open year-round, 24 hours a day. In the fall winter and spring, some roads are inaccessible by car due to snow. The closest airports are Glacier Park International Airport in Kalispell, Montana (25 miles from West Glacier) and in Great Falls, Montana (200 miles from West Glacier). Car rentals are available at both airports. Shuttles are available at the Kalispell airport. In the early 1900’s, people started to look at the land differently. Rather than just seeing the minerals they could mine or land to settle on, they started to recognize the value of its spectacular scenic beauty. No roads existed in the mountains, but the lakes allowed boat travel into the wilderness. The park contains over 350 structures listed on the National Register of Historic Sites and six National Historic Landmarks. For example, Lake McDonald Lodge is one of the finest examples of a Swiss Chalet hotel remaining in the United States. Others of that category include the remaining two hotels and chalets in and near Glacier National Park. On a local level of significance the construction of the Lodge played a major role in the development of facilities on the park's west side. Lake McDonald Lodge, also known as the Lewis Glacier Hotel, is the second hotel on its site. The first, the Glacier Hotel built by George Snyder, was constructed in 1895. In 1913 a land speculator named John E. Lewis of Columbia Falls, Montana, who had acquired the property in 1906, hired the architectural firm of Kirtland, Cutter, and Malmgren out of Spokane, Washington, to design a new hotel that, in his words, was "something worthy of the park."
Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park provides a wonderful opportunity to view animals in their natural setting. Along with this opportunity comes a special obligation for the visitor. With just a little planning and forethought, hikers can also help ensure the survival of a protected threatened species. You can’t predict when and where bears might be encountered along a trail. People often assume they don’t have to make noise while hiking on a well-used trail. Some of the most frequently used trails in the park are surrounded by excellent bear habitat. People have been charged and injured by bears fleeing from silent hikers who unwittingly surprised bears along the trail.
During the summer months of June, July, and August, daytime temperatures average in the 60’s and 70’s. Nighttime temperatures average in the 40’s. These are merely averages and daytime highs can exceed 90 degrees F and overnight lows can drop to near 20 degrees F. Visitor centers are located in Apgar, Logan Pass, and St. Mary. Each of these visitor centers, as well as the Many Glacier and Two Medicine Ranger Stations, have park rangers on duty throughout the summer months to answer questions and provide information. During the winter months, Apgar Visitor Center is open on week-ends.
Reservations for backcountry campsites may be made in advance, beginning April 1 for the upcoming summer. For further information on backcountry camping and for making reservations. Traditionally, the Going-to-the-Sun Road opens sometime during the first two weeks in June. The earliest opening date is May 16 and the latest opening date is June 23. The Going-to-the-Sun Road closes to traffic on the Monday following the third Sunday in October, unless closed earlier due to snow. Glacier National Park strongly encourages the participation of academic and independent scientists in the park science program. A great deal of past research in the park has been carried out by qualified individuals engaged in independent studies. View Web Cam at Lake McDonald inside Glacier National Park Big horn sheep, mountain goats, wapiti, (elk), black bear, and whitetail and mule deer are frequently seen. Grizzly bear, moose, wolves and mule deer also live here all year. Waterton Lakes National Park maintains an exhibit herd of bison in a paddock. Beaver, hoary marmot, river otter, marten, and pika make Waterton/Glacier their home. Locally prevalent birds include osprey, ptarmigan, golden eagle, Clark's nutcracker, and Harlequin duck. The endangered bald eagle also nests and fishes here.
The data set depicts a digital scan of the actual detailed United States Geological Survey (USGS) paper maps. The geographic area portrayed on an actual physical paper product produced by the USGS - the 24K series of maps. These USGS maps are often used as reference maps for field or office work and define a specific piece of geography. The map show contours, communities, vegetation, lakes, rivers, trails, roads and other spatial features. Place OrderThe cost is $18.95.
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