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  • Offering something for all ages, the Logan Pass Visitor Center is perched at the highest point of the Going to the Sun Road. It’s deep in the park and offers not only Ranger-led activities but trail heads for two popular hikes—the Highline and Hidden lakes trail. Parking can be difficult at the visitor center in peak seasons. It is the terminus on the park’s free shuttle service. Distance: 1 ½ -3 hour drive from Meadow Lake Resort depending on traffic congestion in the park. Cost: None after park entrance paid Recommended Attire: Layers, sunscreen and sunglasses. Check for weather in park Intensity: Intensity all ages. See hikes for specifics More Information: Contact Meadow Lake Resort Activities Desk (800) 321-4653 or direct websites: https://www.nps.gov/glac/planyourvisit/visitor-centers.htm http://www.visitmt.com/listings/general/national-park-trail/hidden-lake-overlook-trail.html
  • Up for an evening of stimulating entertainment? Head to a one of the Valley’s three theater groups for shows that cater to all ages and interests. Stop for a pre-show dinner at Meadow Lake Bar and Grille before the show! Check the websites for shows and tickets or contact Meadow Lake Resort Activities Desk. Whitefish Theater Companyhttp://www.whitefishtheatreco.org 1 Central Avenue Whitefish, MT 59937 15 minutes from Meadow Lake Resort Alpine Theater Project. http://www.atpwhitefish.org 127 Spokane Avenue Whitefish, MT 59937 15 minutes from Meadow Lake Resort Bigfork Summer Playhouse. http://www.bigforksummerplayhouse.com 526 Electric Avenue Bigfork, MT 59911, 30 minutes from Meadow Lake Resort. 15 minutes from Rocky Bar-O. Dinner and show packages available.
  • You’ll find Glacier’s Lake McDonald Lodge right off the Going to the Sun road. Enjoy the historic Swiss Chalet style 1913 lodge built to lure rail travelers to the Northwest. It sits astride Glacier’s largest lake and was once only accessible by boat.  Plan to get out on the emerald-hued lake in a rented personal watercraft or enjoy an hour tour in the historic wooden hulled DeSmet. Recommended Time:  Two hours to half day Distance: Hour drive from Meadow Lake Resort Cost:  Varies.  Boat tours $18.25 per adult and $9.25 per child.  Rentals range from $10 per hour for paddle boats to $23 per hour for 8 hp motorboats Recommended Attire:  Layers, sunscreen and sunglasses.  Check for weather in park Intensity:  Intensity appropriate for all ages More Information:  Contact Meadow Lake Resort Activities Desk (800) 321-4653 or direct website: http://glacierparkboats.com/tour/lake-mcdonald/
  • Venture to Glacier’s east side to spend a day hiking, boating or relaxing at Two Medicine Lake. In the days prior to Going-to-the-Sun Road, this now off-the main path lake was among the most popular destinations in the park. Today, the lake is still a hub of activity, offering hikes appropriate for all ages and abilities, boat tours of the lake, and lake front-relaxation. Recommended time: Full day with drive Distance: 2-hour drive from Meadow Lake Resort Cost: Varies. Boat tours $13.75 per adult and $6.75 per child. Rentals of Rowboats, Kayaks and Canoes $18.50 Recommended Attire: Layers, sunscreen and sunglasses. Check for weather in park Intensity: Intensity appropriate for all ages More Information: Contact Meadow Lake Resort Activities Desk (800) 321-4653 or direct website: Glacier Park Boats - Two Medicine
  • The fleet of thirty-three open-top red buses is perhaps the longest running car service in America. Enjoy a half or full day of being chauffeured through the stunning Glacier National Park in a historic bus that seats 17.  Meadow Lake Resort guests will likely book a tour that departs from the West Side of the park.  These popular tours sell out daily, so book early and expect to share your bus bench with three others. Recommended Time:  Full Day—tours range from 3 to 9.5 hours Distance: 40-minute drive from Meadow Lake Resort to Apgar Village Cost:  Varies but tours start at $56 per adult and $31 per child. Recommended Attire:  Layers, sunscreen and sunglasses.  Check for weather in park Intensity:  Intensity appropriate for all ages More Information:  Contact Meadow Lake Resort Activities Desk (800) 321-4653 or direct to website: http://www.glaciernationalparklodges.com/red-bus-tours
  • Spend a day hiking through a cedar and hemlock forest to arrive at Glacier’s Avalanche Lake. This half day hike offers splendid views of waterfalls. It’s one of the park’s most popular hikes for a good reason. Recommended time: Full day with drive. Hike is considered half day. Distance: 1.25-hour drive from Meadow Lake Resort Cost: None Recommended Attire: Layers, sunscreen and sunglasses. Check for weather in park Intensity: Intensity moderate More Information: Contact Meadow Lake Resort Activities Desk (800) 321-4653 or direct to websites: http://www.visitmt.com/listings/general/national-park-trail/avalanche-lake-trail.html https://www.hike734.com/hiking/avalanche-lake/ http://www.hikinginglacier.com/avalanche-lake.htm