How to Access Many Glacier in 2025: New Updates, Closures & Shuttle Options
If you're planning a trip to Many Glacier in Glacier National Park for summer 2025, you may have already discovered that getting there is one of the biggest challenges. Between ongoing construction, reservation-only access, and shuttle limitations, it’s leaving even seasoned hikers scratching their heads.
🚧 Construction at Swiftcurrent Motor Inn: What You Need to Know
Due to ongoing construction at Swiftcurrent, vehicle access into the Many Glacier Valley now requires either a hotel reservation or boat tour reservation—no exceptions. This has drastically limited access for day hikers.
Meanwhile, the park-run shuttle system, intended to help alleviate congestion, has been selling out within seconds—often before people even get through the checkout screen. These changes are leaving many visitors with few reliable options to explore this iconic part of the park.
🚐 The Solution: Many Glacier Shuttle from Whitefish & More
To help solve this access issue, Glacier Hikes & Bikes operates a daily shuttle service to Many Glacier, providing a stress-free ride straight to the trailhead.
🚌 Shuttle Details:
$199 per person for 1–3 people
$149 per person for groups of 4 or more
Pick-Up Locations: Whitefish, Columbia Falls, Hungry Horse, and Saint Mary
Drop-Off: Many Glacier Hotel, providing access to Grinnell Glacier, Grinnell Lake, and Iceberg Lake
Departure: 7:00 AM
Return: 7:00 PM
Reservations: glacierhikesandbikes.com/service/many-glacier-shuttle
This is one of the only dependable private shuttles available for hikers without a park accommodation or boat ticket.
🐻 Trail & Wildlife Updates – Summer 2025
Cracker Lake: This trail has been closed for several weeks due to bear activity. So far, there are no signs of it reopening anytime soon.
Grinnell Lake: Open and stunning. Many hikers report frequent moose and bear sightings, especially around Lake Josephine, where wildlife activity has been consistent this season.
Iceberg Lake: A classic, but much quieter this year. Hikers must now walk an extra 1.2 miles (one way) because vehicle access has been restricted, making it a tougher option for many.
🏔 Why You Should Still Visit Many Glacier in 2025
Many Glacier continues to offer some of the most dramatic views, wildlife encounters, and iconic hikes in the entire park. But with limited access, getting in takes planning—or a helping hand.
That’s where our Many Glacier Shuttle comes in. No parking stress. No reservation worries. Just a guaranteed seat straight to the trailhead.
👉 Reserve your shuttle now at
🔗 glacierhikesandbikes.com/service/many-glacier-shuttle
📞 Or call: (406) 871-2448
Spots are limited. The wildlife is waiting. Let us get you there.
