Roadtrip itinerary for Going-to-the-Sun Road, USA
Going-to-the-Sun Road is a classic roadtrip famous for alpine views and wildflife, and the plannning is half the fun. The best time of year to do it is usually July–September. Copy this map to plan your own roadtrip along the Going-to-the-Sun Road.
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Wild Goose Island Lookout
Wild Goose Island Lookout is one of the most iconic viewpoints on Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park, Montana. It offers stunning views of a tiny island in St. Mary Lake surrounded by towering peaks, especially beautiful at sunrise or sunset.
Jackson Glacier Overlook
Quick pull‑off with distant view of Jackson Glacier—the 7th-largest remnant glacier in the park.
McDonald Creek Overlook & Weeping Wall
Scenic platforms over rushing creek and seasonal spray cascading over the cliff onto roadway.
Logan Pass Visitor Center
Highest point of the route (6,646 ft), visitor center, trails like Hidden Lake & Highline.
Hidden Lake Overlook Trail
Popular 3 mile boardwalk and stair hike to panoramic views over Hidden Lake and Bearhat Mountain
Bird Woman Falls / Haystack Falls
View tall cascading Bird Woman Falls and nearby Haystack Falls from roadside overlooks.
The Loop (Oberlin Bend)
Dramatic hairpin turn with panoramic views of Heaven’s Peak valley and mountain goats.
Trail of the Cedars / Avalanche Creek
ADA‑accessible cedar forest boardwalk, and trailhead up to Avalanche Lake (~4.5 mi round trip).
Lake McDonald Lodge
Historic Swiss‑chalet lodge overlooking Lake McDonald with resort facilities and boat rentals.
Apgar Village / Lake McDonald
Gateway to the road: lakeside village with lodge, rentals, visitor center, and pebble beach.