Montana route stop · Going-to-the-Sun

Jackson Glacier Overlook

one of the few glaciers still visible from the road

Featured driveGoing-to-the-Sun Road
StateMontana
Drive length~50 miles
Trip time1 day

Jackson Glacier Overlook is one of the places Roamward flags on the Going-to-the-Sun Road because it gives the drive its texture: one of the few glaciers still visible from the road. Use it as a planned pull-over instead of letting the route become a blur between towns.

How it fits the drive

The Going-to-the-Sun runs West Glacier → St. Mary, MT. Glacier National Park, summit to summit.

Nearby route stops

  • Logan Passthe Continental Divide at 6,646 ft, mountain goats and wildflowers (Going-to-the-Sun)
  • Wild Goose Island Overlookthe iconic islet on St. Mary Lake (Going-to-the-Sun)

Conditions, access, parking, fees, weather, and seasonal closures can change quickly on scenic routes. Check the managing agency or local visitor information before committing to a side stop.

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