Local Area Attractions Near St. Mary / East Glacier KOA Holiday

Located just minutes from Glacier National Park, our campground is the perfect base for exploring dramatic alpine scenery, pristine glacial lakes, and iconic sights like Going-to-the-Sun Road. Hike world-class trails to waterfalls and high alpine overlooks, spot grizzly and black bears, mountain goats, and elk, or enjoy a boat tour, fishing, and swimming on crystal-clear lakes.

Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park

Our campground is located a mile away from the East entrance of Going To The Sun Road. 
Don't forget about Many Glacier and Two Medicine! These areas are well known for the scenic views and hiking trails!

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IceBerg Lake

IceBerg Lake

Iceberg Lake is a turquoise alpine lake in the Many Glacier region of Glacier National Park, famous for its floating icebergs, sheer cirque walls, and one of the park's most iconic day hikes. The lake sits at roughly 6,160 ft and is reached by a ~9.7-mile round trip trail with ~1,275 ft of elevation gain.

Waterton Glacier International Peace Park

Waterton Glacier International Peace Park

The Waterton–Glacier International Peace Park is the world's first international peace park, created in 1932, uniting Waterton Lakes National Park (Alberta, Canada) and Glacier National Park (Montana, USA) into a single protected ecosystem. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for dramatic Rocky Mountain scenery, deep lakes, glacial landforms, and exceptionally diverse wildlife.

Many Glacier Hotel

Many Glacier Hotel

Many Glacier Hotel is a historic, Swiss chalet–style lodge built in 1914–1915 on the shore of Swift current Lake in the Many Glacier region of Glacier National Park. It is the largest and grandest hotel in the park, designated a National Historic Landmark, and known for its dramatic mountain scenery and classic national-park-lodge atmosphere.

St. Mary & Virginia Falls

St. Mary & Virginia Falls

St. Mary Falls and Virginia Falls are two of Glacier National Park's most popular and easily accessible waterfalls, located on the east side of the Going-to-the-Sun Road. The combined hike is roughly 3–3.6 miles round trip, depending on your starting point, and features multiple cascades, turquoise water, and moderate elevation changes.

Going To The Sun Road

Going To The Sun Road

Going-to-the-Sun Road is a 50-mile scenic mountain road crossing the Continental Divide in Glacier National Park, Montana, widely regarded as one of the most spectacular drives in the U.S. It features steep cliff cut sections, glacial valleys, waterfalls, and panoramic alpine

Museum of the Plains Indian

Museum of the Plains Indian

The Museum of the Plains Indian was founded in 1941 and displays richly varied arts of Northern Plains Tribal peoples including the Blackfeet, Crow, Northern Cheyenne, Sioux, Assiniboine, Arapaho, Shoshone, Nez Perce, Flathead, Chippewa, and Cree.  Their historic clothing, horse gear, weapons, household implements, baby carriers, and toys highlight the exhibits.  
 
A series of promotional sales exhibitions introduces unsurpassed contemporary American Indian art and crafts by emerging artists and craftspeople.

19 Museum Loop

Browning, MT 59417

406-338-2230

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Blackfeet Heritage Center & Art Gallery

Blackfeet Heritage Center & Art Gallery

The Blackfeet Heritage Center & Art Gallery located in Browning, Montana, just east of Glacier National Park, is owned and operated by the Blackfeet Nation's Siyeh Corporation. Enjoy exhibits and full range of art media for sale, including paintings, sculpture, beadwork, pottery, drums and literature. The gallery features the work of more than 500 artists from 16 separate North American tribes.

333 W Central Ave

Browning, MT 59417

406-338-5661

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Swan Mountain Outfitters- Many Glacier Trail Rides

Swan Mountain Outfitters- Many Glacier Trail Rides

Swan Mountain Outfitters offers guided horseback riding adventures through the scenic Many Glacier area of Glacier National Park. Guests can experience breathtaking mountain views, alpine landscapes, and abundant wildlife while exploring one of the park's most beautiful regions with experienced guides and well trained horses. Rides are available for a variety of ages and experience levels, making it a memorable activity for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

1147 Rte 3

Browning, MT 59417

406-387-4405

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St. Mary Visitor Center

St. Mary Visitor Center

Located just inside the East entrance to Glacier National Park, the St. Mary Visitor Center is open daily from late May through early October. It features exhibits, a gift shop, restrooms, shuttle service, astronomy programs, wilderness permitting and on-site rangers to answer your Glacier National Park questions. Traditional Blackfeet dancing and drumming performances are scheduled during the summer, as part of the Native America Speaks program.

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Red Bus Tours

Red Bus Tours

Experience the beauty and wildlife of Glacier National Park aboard the historic Red Bus Tours. These vintage 1930s buses feature roll back tops for panoramic views of the park's mountains and Big Sky scenery while knowledgeable guides share the park's history and highlights.One Red Bus Tour conveniently stops at the campground office for guest pickup and drop off.

Columbia Falls Office

1014 1st Ave

West Columbia Falls, MT 59912

855-733-4522

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