GLACIER National Park in Montana and Waterton Lakes Park in Canada This Is Glacier

This is GLACIER National Park in Montana and Waterton Lakes Park in Canada This is Glacier...

- WAIL. The American Alps... Land of Shining Mountains

This is Glacier National Park in the Montana INDEX Page Rockies. It's your Park—preserved for your Hotels . 4- 9 pleasure and recreation for all time. Enjoy it Map 16-17 Great Northern's streamlined Western Star Tours 16-19 will carry you luxuriously, comfortably from Helpful Notes. 28-29 Transportation. 30-31 East or West to the Park entrances gate- FRONT COVER — Many ways to an unspoiled wilderness. Here are a Glacier Hotel on the shore million acres of leafy forest shading hundreds of Swittcurrent Lake. BACK COVER — Blackleet of sparkling lakes and streams; rough-hewn Indians bid farewell to Ca- mountain grandeur with sheltered green val- cationists as they board the Western Star. leys. This is Glacier ! A million years in the making for your vacation pleasure. This is Glacier...

Deep in the Rockies...

Glacier Park Hotel—Step off the stream- the spacious verandas and soaring peaks lined Western Star and find yourself on in the rear. You'll golf, hike or just loaf the very grounds of this friendly hotel at in luxurious comfort. Cheerful rooms, the Eastern gateway to the Park. There's efficient service and wonderful meals a warm Western atmosphere everywhere will make your vacation a never-to-be- from the rough-timbered lobby to forgotten-one at Glacier's hotels.

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Many Glacier Hotel—In a region rich in views of Grinnell Glacier and massed thrilling alpine vistas in the very heart snow-crested peaks. Many Glacier Hotel of Glacier's scenic wonderland, on the is the largest in the Park—fine meals, shore of Swiftcurrent Lake. From here with a variety of enjoyable entertainment the outdoor fan and fisherman can ex- for all: loafing on the sunny beach ; plore a different lake or stream, moun- launch trips on the lake; fishing, riding, tain, glacier or valley every day; follow hiking, dancing, bridge and fun for endless trails and forest paths with everyone at the hotel. 5 This is Glacier...

Prince of Wales Hotel in Canada's Waterton Lakes Park

Prince of Wales Hotel — in Canada's coach tours are made to the scenic high Waterton Lakes National Park. This spots of both parks. American vaca- Park meets Glacier to form the Inter- tioners may visit the Canadian Park national Peace Park. Scheduled motor without restriction or delay. Royal Canadian Mounted Police! Guardians of law and order in Canada's National Parks. A unit of this famous patrol is stationed in Waterton Lakes Village. Here two "Mounties" in their bright red coats point out some of the outstanding beauty spots to an American visitor. This is Glacier...

Gracious Living in the Rocky Wilds

You'll enjoy all the essential comforts Park; friendly service and superb-food. of a modern hotel—in majestic rustic Below: Giant Fir trees tower over the surroundings—when you visit Glacier lobby of Glacier Park Hotel. RAINBOW LOUNGE, cocktail room of Many Glacier Hotel. MEDICINE LODGE, Glacier Park Hotels cocktail lounge

BELOW: Main lobby of Many Glacier Hotel—largest hostelry in Glacier Park. This is Glacier...

A million years in the

Geologists say that Glacier Park is different because here the very oldest rock formations are found on the mountain tops. Much younger formations lie beneath the peaks due to a million-year-long upheaval that occurred many years ago. This miracle of nature is called the great Lewis Overthrust and its action is illustrated by the diagrams at right. Ages ago, layers of sediment gathered at the bottom of a shallow sea. When the 3 4 water receded, this sea floor became the Great Plains of the West. Eventually, the stresses produced by the changing earth 10 on the histo peak is found the o rock formation

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I). Continuing pressure pushed the ancient 11 slowlylower layers forced of the sedimentary surface upward rock up (diagram ancl over • for thousands of feet (2). Some of these lower layers were "overthrust" as much as 18 miles to the East (3). The peaks and valleys we see today (4) were gradually hewn by the storms of cen- turies, the grinding of the Ice Ages, the glaciers and the rivers. You'll trace the course of this miracle of evolution when you visit Glacier Park. In the familiar landmarks you'll see mute evi- dence of Nature's irresistible, awesome force. This is Glacier...

You'll ride horseback on Glacier's well marked mountain trails. Still Cowboys n' Indians !

Glacier is steeped in Western lore and mighty Chiefs and Scouts who fought, legend. Once the home of the powerful hunted and lived here only a few decades Blackfeet Indian tribe, much of the Park ago. Today, descendants of Blackfeet was purchased from them. The Black- Chiefs still wear their brilliant costumes feet Reservation borders Glacier Park and provide color and action for your on the East. Many of the Park's most camera. The Museum of the Plains In- scenic areas and peaks are named for dian is located at Browning, Montana. 12 — Pow-wows tribal songs and dances are held nightly at Glacier Park Hotel. Below: Young visitors don Western garb to be photographed with Blackfeet Indians in their colorful regalia.

13 The Continental Divide, cradle of weather for the Great Plains country. So Many Sights to See It has been said that nowhere else in the inviting the explorer to try to scale their world is there more to see, more to do heights. Many do so, and amateur than in Glacier Park. Here Nature has mountain climbing has become one of provided a setting of mountains, lakes, the Park's favorite recreations. Others glaciers and forest wilderness that is set are content to ride or stroll the easily apart from the outside world for your accessible, safe and well marked, flower- enjoyment. Hundreds of mountain peaks strewn trails that reach many unsur- look down on this vast, unspoiled park, passed points of interest in the Park. 14 Red Eagle Lake is celebrated for its fighting rainbow trout; five-pounders are commonplace. 200 LAKES

Grinnell Glacier challenges the climber to explore its rugged surface. 60 GLACIERS Numberless sparkling lakes and streams Glacier Park is so called because of its provide fishing, boating and swimming many glacial formations. These glaciers fun. Many of Glacier's lakes are found are Nature's tools, grinding and cutting in mountain tarns where they were at the earth's surface making moun- carved by glacial erosion. Some are an tains, lakes, valleys. There are sixty almost startling blue others are dark glaciers in the Park, some of them among purple, reflecting the awesome colors of the largest in North America. Ever their rock walls. A few lakes are white moving, ever changing, these mighty ice from "glacial milk" or red from rocks formations have wrought a wonderland ground by ice. for your vacation pleasure. 15 This is Glacier...

So Many Ways to See the Sights

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ONE DAY TOUR TWO DAY TOUR See Two Medicine Lake; Trick Falls; You'll see all the sights included on Going-to-the-Sun Highway; Logan One Day Tour—plus a thrilling over- Pass; Lake McDonald in one night stop at Many Glacier Hotel on thrill-packed day All-expense cost the shores of Swiftcurrent Lake. includes motor coach transportation, You'll have time to explore, snap launch fare, meals and overnight hotel pictures and cruise on the lake. All- accommodations. Two convenient expense cost includes transportation, starting points for either Eastbound launch fare, meals and lodging at or Westbound travel. the Park's finest hotels.

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f. WATERTON N. \ BAKES PRINCE OF WALES HOTEL THREE DAY TOUR PARK A N AD A WATERTON LAM U. S. A See Canada and the magnificent Cana- - GLACIER dian Rockies! In three days you'll visit BABB all the points included on the Two Day MANY GLACIER HOTEL SINIFECURAENE LANE SE MARY Tour—plus a trip to the famous Prince of LANE JOSEPHINE LANES Wales Hotel in Waterton Lakes Nation- \\ NATIONAL LOSAN PASS -GOI G al Park in Canada three nights 0THE SUN% LAKEirONALDtI POINT • lodging nine meals launch fare tAgt MT DONAL PARK transportation are all included TWO MEDICINE CAMP 114TON in the nominal tour cost. You can start TWo MEDICINE L. your tour at either gateway. Eastern GLACIER PARK HOTEL • LACIER Rail entrance or Western Rail entrance. PARR STA.

MOTOR COACH LAUNCH All-Expense Tours You'll see more, spend less on a planned tours, or plan a longer trip, if you prefer. tour of the Park's favorite sights Even the shortest tour includes the Whether you stop for a day, or spend spectacular crossing of the Park via all summer, a motor coach tour will add Continental Divide at Logan Pass. to your enjoyment. See Glacier's best Longer tours add a visit at Many scenery in ease and comfort. Glacier Hotel in the Swiftcurrent Valley Every moment in Glacier National Park and a wonderful day at the Prince of is filled with fun and beauty. That's be- Wales Hotel in Canada's Waterton cause Glacier is the only National Park Lakes National Park. located on the main route of a trans- Ask the nearest Great Northern travel continental railway. You don't waste a adviser or the railway or travel agent in minute! Arriving from East or West, your home city to give you complete you step off the Western Star at the very information on all-expense tours and gates of Glacier ready to begin your hotel rates. Let Great Northern help vacation or tour. you plan your Glacier Park vacation You may select one of the regular to suit your own tastes and time. 17

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ONSEE A MORE.CAREFREE,. .LEARN CAR-FREE MORE MOTOR BUS TOUR

Be carefree, go car-free—when you visit free from responsibility and care—as Glacier. A fleet of comfortable, open- the majestic scenery unfolds. At night, top motor coaches make daily sched- you'll sleep in the picturesque surround- uled trips between hotels and various ings of the Park's fine hotels. The points of interest in Glacier and Water- moderate rates for all-expense tours, ton Lake Parks. Skilled, courteous described on pages 16-17, include every- drivers who know the Park, point out thing for your pleasure and comfort. the historic landmarks and describe the Frequent stops are made along the natural wonders. You'll relax and en- way wherever passengers wish to take joy every moment of your vacation, pictures of spectacular panoramas.

Two Medicine Lake is a high spot on all-expense motor coach tours..

18 GOING-TO-THE-SUN41IGHWAY, one et the .world's most specroto • *".,14.:,.,.:*4,t ioosis, winds itiaete.motnitnin,sidei toward mile-high Logan Pass. This is Glacier...

Overnight camp in Hole-in-the-Wall Basin between Brown Pass and Boulder Pass. 1,000 Miles of Trails 1,000 Scenic Thrills

An entire summer would not be time enough to travel all of Glacier's wind- ing trails. Every one leads the vaca- tioner on to more beauty, more grandeur, more thrills. You'll ride and hike amid pine-scented forests along wind-swept mountain passes on the shores of crystal lakes. And you'll set your own "pace" at Glacier. You can get into the sublime wilderness yet spend every night at one of the hotels. Or you can scale rugged passes on a guided pack-trip. Whatever form of outdoor enjoyment you prefer, you'll find it at Glacier! Take the family on a woodland hike! G LAC I ER... America's greatest trail Park

Nowhere else has Nature so lavishly pret Glacier's many wonders. There are provided a recreation land. You'll find no poisonous snakes in Glacier, no rest in simply meandering over the poison oak or ivy. Many safe, well- flowering paths and trails. And you'll marked paths follow easy grades for hike with ranger-naturalists who inter- pleasant strolling. 21 lorThis is Glacier...

Where the flowers are wild. • • but the fauna is friendly

Over a thousand known species of wild- dwell from tiny chipmunks and flowers brighten Glacier's trails. From marmots to hulking moose and bear. early spring until late fall, a carpet You'll have once-in-a-lifetime oppor- of color covers the Park. Amidst this tunities to photograph wild animals in loveliness all kinds of forest creatures their natural habitat!

Great Northern's symbolized Rbcky Mountain Goat is at home on Glacier's peaks. Not a true goat, he is a cousin of the agile European Chamois. Glacier's bears are often seen along the highways.

Bear Grass, the official Park flower • tiny, cream- Sharp eyes may spot an elusive colored lilies form the beautiful clusters. Bighorn sheep on a rocky crag.

Deer so tame they will eat grass from a child's hand!

Muledeer are relatively tame, easy to photograph.

The Marmot signals with 23 a shrill, bird-like whistle. This is Glacier...

FISHING in Glacier is even better today than thirty years ago, thanks to a lavish stock- ing program. Cut-throat trout and Montana grayling are native to Glacier's streams and lakes. Now, Dolly Va rden, eastern brook, rainbow and giant mackinaw are planted to enhance your fishing. Tackle, flies and complete fishing gear may be purchased or rented at the hotel centers. You won't need a license to fish at Glacier!

GOLF in a Rocky Mountain setting! The bracing air and majestic scenery will double your enjoyment. You'll find well-planned, sporty courses at Glacier Park and Prince of Wales Hotels. Just Name Your Fun... You'll Find it Here

Fun at Glacier means many different dancing, playing bridge, interesting things to different visitors. Some prefer entertainment and friendly gatherings. the silence of the mountain trails the Whatever form of summer recreation solitude of mountain lakes fishing you prefer, you'll find it here. Your for fighting trout in its lakes and visit can be as gay and exciting or as streams. Others find pleasure in the restful and relaxing as you wish in conviviality of the Park's hotels this "Land of Shining Mountains." This is Glacier...

Guided Pack Train! Visit remote mountain passes, lakes and streams far from the bustle of civilization.

Ice bridge at foot of Agassiz Glacier, one of Amateur painter finds inspiration on the Glacier's many natural phenomena. shores of Two Medicine Lake. 26 A cheerful fire on the shore of Swiftcurrent Lake provides a perfect setting for an evening of story-telling and song.

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Sunning on the shores of Swiftcurrent Lake Lake McDonald's crystal clear waters invite at Many Glacier Hotel. you to join in thrilling water sports. 27 This is Glacier...

FILI4 For Your Convenience...

Photo supplies of every kind are sold in all the topcoat. Light cottons and silks are comfort- Glacier hotels. Expert developing and printing able for sunny days and hotel affairs. service is also available. And Glacier Park will If you plan to follow the trails on foot or provide "shutter-bugs" with a wealth of cam- horseback, take along a woolen shirt, Levis or era subjects sharp contrasts for black and riding breeches. A brimmed hat or cap will white; breathtaking color; dramatic action for protect you from the brilliant sun. Wear sturdy, movie makers. sensible shoes for hiking, riding. Bring your camera—and make a permanent Sports clothing, fishing tackle and camping record of your wonderful visit to Glacier! equipment are moderately priced and available Clothing needs are simple at Glacier. You can at hotel shops. Fishing tackle and riding equip- forget city formality. Sports clothing is accept- ment may also be rented. able everywhere, for all occasions, and even- Camping is restricted to designated camping dress is not needed. Mountain breezes and grounds. Hikers desiring to camp at other cool nights call for a warm jacket, sweater or locations must obtain a permit.

ESCAPE HAY FEVER

If you suffer from hay fever, you'll find relief at Glacier! According to the American Academy of Allergy, a vacation spot with a pollen index of less than 5 is ideal. The Academy's survey shows that Glacier has an index of less than one- tenth of one—no irritating pollens in its pure mountain air.

28 All the Comforts of Home

Mail, telegraph and telephone facilities at Religious Services are conducted at GlacierPark Glacier make it easy to keep in touch with hotels every Sunday. At Glacier Park Hotel, home or business. Mail and telegrams for Catholic services are conducted each Sunday guests at Lake McDonald Hotel should be morning at 10:00 A.M. and Protestant services addressed care of the Hotel, Lake McDonald at 8:30 P.M. At Many Glacier Hotel, Catholic P.O., Montana. For guests at Prince of Wales services at 6:00 A.M. and Protestant services Hotel, care of the hotel, Waterton Lakes Na- at 3 :00 P.M. In Waterton Lakes Village, Cath- tional Park, Alberta, Canada. olic services are at I I :00 A.M., Protestant services at I I :00 A.M. and 7:30 P.M. At Lake For guests at other hotels address in care of Glacier Park Company, P. O. East Glacier McDonald Hotel, Catholic services are at 6:30 A.M. and Protestant services at 3:00 P.M. Park, Montana. If you are in the interior of the park, mail will be forwarded according to Animals in the park are wild animals and your instructions. Telegrams and telephone should be treated as such. Regulations pro- calls will be transmitted to vacationists in the hibit feeding, molesting, touching or teasing Park at regular telephone tariff rates. bears. Observe them only from a safe distance.

COMPLETE HOTEL SERVICES

Glacier Park hotels provide the same standard Park and Many Glacier Hotels, the latter also of services you find in modern hotels in metro- operating a state liquor store. Beer is available politan centers. Valet and laundry services at the Prince of Wales Hotel, and there is a house physician trained nurses cloth- liquor store in Waterton Lakes Village. ing shops room service. In addition, Fishing excursions, horseback trips and Glacier Park Hotel has a complete beauty guided camping trips can be arranged from parlor and you'll find a barber shop and Lake McDonald, Many Glacier anti Prince of beauty parlor at Many Glacier Hotel. Wales Hotels. If you wish, the hotel will pre- There are cocktail lounges and bars at Glacier pare a box lunch for your outing. 29 This Way to Glacier...

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For a longer vacation a more relaxed vacation Northern's Western Star serves Glacier Park doily start having fun the very first day! Aboard June 15 through September 10. You can continue Great Northern's streamlined Western Star,you'll your trip West to the Pacific Northwest and ride swiftly, safely to the very gates of Glacier! California or Eastward after a stay in The Western Star offers luxurious accommodations, Glacier Park. Connections in Seattle and Portland smooth riding, excellent food, fun and relaxation to and from California. for the entire family. Choice of Pullman accommoda- Remember only Great Northern provides tions or the thrifty Day-Nite Coaches. Only Great rail service to Glacier!

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