Going to the Sun Road 2008 opening to Big Bend...

Officials at Glacier National Park have just announced that the Going-to-the-Sun Road is expected to open to Big Bend, a distance of 29 miles from the West entrance by noon on Saturday, June 28. On the east side, you can travel approximately 13 miles from St. Mary to Jackson Glacier Overlook.

Access into the alpine section from the west entrance will only be available from 7 a.m. until 9 p.m. Outside these hours, the road will close at Avalanche.

Be prepared for a wonderful day. For current weather conditions go here.

For current webcam shots go here


These photos taken minutes ago via park webcams in the West Glacier area.