Glacier National Park will close the alpine section of Going-to-the-Sun Road Friday evening as a storm system brings colder temperatures and the possibility of snow to the park.

What this means for you
MontanaMontana travelers and visitors headed to Glacier National Park this weekend will find the most scenic stretch of Going-to-the-Sun Road closed starting Friday evening. Plan alternate routes or adjust itineraries accordingly.
Flathead CountyThe closure directly affects access through Glacier National Park, a major draw for Flathead County tourism and the fall shoulder season.
Watch nextCheck nps.gov/glac for road status updates before visiting — no reopening time has been announced.

The closure runs from Avalanche to Jackson Glacier Overlook and begins at 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026. The park said the move is a precautionary response to rapidly dropping temperatures and rain that could turn to snow at elevation over the weekend.

No reopening time was announced. Conditions on Going-to-the-Sun Road at alpine elevations can change quickly in October, and the park typically keeps the closure in place until roads are clear and safe for travel.

Visitors planning to drive the full corridor this weekend should check the park's official road status page at nps.gov/glac before heading out.