GLACIER AND WATERTON: CROWN OF THE CONTINENT ADVENTURE
Turquoise lakes reflecting glacial peaks, roads winding through alpine grandeur, grizzlies roaming flowering meadows. Glacier National Park crowns the continent.
Settle in Whitefish, then enter Glacier and follow Going-to-the-Sun Road amid ridges. Walk toward turquoise lakes, observe wildlife at Many Glacier, then cross to Waterton in Canada, where prairies and mountains meet. An alpine itinerary, pure and direct, to breathe deep and walk much.
- Going-to-the-Sun: alpine road engineering marvel
- Many Glacier: grizzly valley turquoise lakes
- Waterton: Canadian prairies meet peaks
- Whitefish: mountain town basecamp charm
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What weather should you expect?
Spring (April-May): Perfect weather across most regions (15-25°C) with blooming landscapes, moderate crowds, and excellent conditions for national parks and cities. Ideal for diverse activities nationwide.
Autumn (September-October): Excellent temperatures with spectacular fall foliage, harvest festivals, and comfortable weather. Perfect for outdoor activities, cultural events, fewer crowds than summer.
Summer (June-August): Peak season with warmest weather but highest crowds and prices. Excellent for northern regions, challenging in southwestern deserts, perfect for beaches and national parks.
Winter (December-February): Variable conditions from tropical Florida to snowy Colorado. Perfect for skiing, southern destinations, indoor attractions, lowest prices outside holiday periods.
How many days should I plan?
We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 6 and 8 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.
What to discover in United States?
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