Continental Divide TrailThe Continental Divide Trail (CDT) runs along the spine of the Rocky Mountains from the Mexican border in New Mexico to the Canadian border in Montana. It is one of 11 National Scenic Trails in the United States designated by Congress to provide recreational access to our nation's unique and inspiring landscapes. These trail systems are long-distance trails (more than 100 miles long) that travel through diverse ecosystems and communities. The entire CDT corridor is approximately 3,100 miles (4,988 kilometers) long and passes through five states. Winding through Glacier National Park for approximately 110 miles, the trail stretches north from Marias Pass through Two Medicine and Many Glacier, on its way to the U.S./Canadian Border. The trail has two northern terminuses—The Chief Mountain Border Crossing and the Goat Haunt/Waterton Lakes Boundary. Things to KnowA wilderness permit is required in Glacier National Park for any overnight trips. Learn more about wilderness permits, including how to make reservation requests. A limited number of hiker/biker campsites can be found in close proximity to the CDT at some of the park’s Front Country Campgrounds. These sites are set aside for those arriving by bicycle or on foot. Please visit recreation.gov for season dates, pricing, and availability.
Front country campgrounds near the CDT include: Two Medicine, Cutbank, St. Mary, Rising Sun, and Many Glacier. Water sources are from lakes and streams and should be filtered, treated, or boiled before drinking. Self-contained stoves are recommended at most wilderness campsites. Wood fires are allowed only at a few specific designated campsites. Where permitted, all campfires must be in metal fire rings provided.
Bicycles are not allowed on the CDT, or in any other wilderness area, in Glacier National Park. The Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is west of Glacier National Park.
Pets are prohibited on all trails and in wilderness areas of Glacier National Park. Pets are allowed on park roads, but must be on a leash and under physical control at all times.
Fishing regulations for Glacier National Park can be found on Glacier’s Fishing page. Hunting is prohibited in Glacier.
Winter lasts about ten months on the Continental Divide, from September through June. However, hazardous weather and high angle snowfields can persist through every month of the year.
Always practice Leave No Trace principles, plan ahead, and obtain a Glacier Wilderness Permit for any overnight travel. Glacier National Park's section of the Continental Divide Trail Pacific Northwest TrailFrom the Continental Divide to the Pacific Ocean, the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail provides a continuous 1,200-mile route through some of the region's most spectacular and diverse terrain. The trail crosses through five primary geographic areas: the Rocky Mountains, Columbia Mountains, North Cascades, Puget Sound, and Olympic Peninsula. Although the PNT ranks among the most scenic, rugged, and wild trails in the world, it is challenging to navigate as most of the trail is unmarked.The 55-mile section in Glacier National Park stretches from the trail’s eastern terminus at the Belly River Trailhead over the Continental Divide to Polebridge, MT. Things to KnowA wilderness permit is required in Glacier National Park for any overnight trips. Learn more about wilderness permits, including how to make reservation requests. Front country campgrounds at the foot of Bowman Lake and Kintla Lake are first come, first served.
Water sources are from lakes and streams and should be filtered, treated, or boiled before drinking. Self-contained stoves are recommended at most wilderness campsites. Wood fires are allowed only at a few specific designated campsites. Where permitted, all campfires must be in metal fire rings provided.
Bicycles are not allowed on the PNT, or in any other wilderness area, in Glacier National Park. The Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is west of Glacier National Park.
Pets are prohibited on all trails and in wilderness areas of Glacier National Park. Pets are allowed on park roads, but must be on a leash and under physical control at all times.
Fishing regulations for Glacier National Park can be found on Glacier’s Fishing page. Hunting is prohibited in Glacier.
Winter lasts about ten months on the Continental Divide, from September through June. However, hazardous weather and high angle snowfields can persist through every month of the year.
Always practice Leave No Trace principles, plan ahead, and obtain a Glacier Wilderness Permit for any overnight travel. Glacier National Park's section of the Pacific Northwest Trail
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Last updated: October 28, 2024