Apgar Visitor Center

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Visitor CenterGlacier National Park, Flathead County, Montana, United States

Apgar Visitor Center

The west-side gateway to Glacier National Park, on the shore of Lake McDonald.

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48.5230°, -113.9920°

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The Apgar Visitor Center, on the western side of Glacier National Park in Montana near the shore of beautiful Lake McDonald, is a key orientation point for exploring the park's spectacular glacier-carved landscape. It provides maps, trip-planning, ranger advice, and information on the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road and the park's vehicle-reservation system.

Set amid forests beside the long, clear waters of Lake McDonald and the rugged peaks beyond, Apgar is where many west-side visitors begin their exploration of Glacier's alpine lakes, hiking trails, wildlife, and the renowned mountain drive over the Continental Divide.

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The busy visitor center on the west side of the park. Photo: David Restivo, NPS

The busy visitor center on the west side of the park. Photo: David Restivo, NPS

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Glacier National Park, Montana

Flathead County

United StatesUS

48.52300°, -113.99200°

nps.gov/glac (Official Website)

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57°F

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