Montana claims two iconic national parks: Glacier, the 'Crown of the Continent' with its glacier-carved peaks and Going-to-the-Sun Road, and a slice of Yellowstone, whose north and west entrances sit in Montana towns Gardiner and West Yellowstone.
Per Google Trends 2026, Yellowstone (which extends into Montana) is Montana's most-searched national park.
#1A showcase of melting glaciers, alpine meadows, carved valleys, and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a paradise for adventurous visitors seeking a landscape steeped in human culture. Relive the days of old through historic chalet…
#2| Park | Entrance fee | Dogs on trails? | States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glacier | $35 | See park page | MT |
| Yellowstone | $35 | Developed areas only | ID, MT, WY |
Montana contains 2 of the 63 official U.S. national parks: Glacier, Yellowstone.
Yellowstone National Park. Per Google Trends 2026, Yellowstone (which extends into Montana) is Montana's most-searched national park.
July to mid-September. Going-to-the-Sun Road usually opens fully in late June or July.
Yes, with restrictions. In most parks pets are limited to developed areas, roads and campgrounds on a 6-foot leash, and are not allowed on trails or in the backcountry. See each park page for the exact rules from the official pet policy.