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Quick facts
- Glacier National Park encompasses over 1 million acres and is home to more than 700 miles of hiking trails.
- The Going-to-the-Sun Road, completed in 1932, is a 50-mile scenic drive that crosses the Continental Divide and offers breathtaking views of the park's diverse landscapes.
- The park is named for its numerous glaciers, which have significantly receded since the late 19th century; it is estimated that there were around 150 glaciers in the 1850s, but fewer than 30 remain today.
- Glacier National Park is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is part of the larger Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, established in 1932 as a symbol of peace between the United States and Canada.
- Wildlife enthusiasts can spot an array of species in the park, including over 70 species of mammals, such as grizzly bears, mountain goats, and moose, as well as more than 260 species of birds.
Travel details
- Country
- USA
- Wind (now)
- 11 km/h
- Coordinates
- 48.7596, -113.7870
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