West Glacier RV Park and Cabins — Hotel in West Glacier

Where to begin. We had SUPER high hopes for this CG. The most expensive campground we have ever stay at. We booked this CG 6 months in advance with a "Good Sam" Discount. Several days before arriving, the CG was running a special for June (Spring) and September (Fall) either 20% off or book 3 nights and get the 4th free. I reached out to the CG to see if we could get this new special price ($120 vs $84 a night) since we had yet to check-in. On the phone, they said they'd see what they do could when we arrived. When we arrived, they said that discount was for "new" reservations only and wouldn't extend any sort of "olive branch" discount to us. Unless you are booking for July & August, wait to book this CG, and don't book it months in advance. This way you can take advantage of discounts. When we arrived, there may have been 10 total rigs there. When we left, approx 25-30. June is not busy in this area because Going-To-The-Sun road is closed at Avalanche CG. Not supposed to open until June 27th at the earliest and more likely July.

Pro's:

1. Location relative to Glacier NP.
2. Good amount of children for our boys to play with.
3. Paved roads make easier skating, biking, etc....
4. Clean bathrooms & showers

Negatives:

1. Discounts do NOT apply to advanced reservations. June & September are NOT busy. I'd only book July/August early.
2. Our boys went to buy firewood and we knew it was $8.99 some sort of tax (we thought MT has no tax). Anyways, our boys went with $9.25 to get firewood, and the total was $9.26. Staff had our boys go all the way back to the RV for a single penny! A single penny!!!!
3. Sites were unkept. Grass was 6" long and there were a good amount of weeds throughout the gravel parking area. The only lots that had the lawn mowed while we were there were the lots closest to the main road through the middle of the park. They mowed those and left the rest.
4. Outside of a small jungle gym, there are no other amenities for kiddo's.
5. Mosquito's!!!! Everywhere!!!!

Lastly, we try to be as reasonable as possible when it comes to our reviews. The discount issue really put a thorn in our side from the get-go but we tried to keep an open mind. After staying here for almost a week, our opinion didn't change much. If we are ever up here again, we'll try and stay at the Glacier KOA or an area slightly farther away. It only takes 15 minutes to get to the entrance of the park from Columbia Falls, so there is no need to pay the exorbitant nightly rates to be...

We stayed here for 5 nights in our RV while exploring Glacier NP. I really wanted this place to be great and it has tremendous potential. With a few fixes this could really be a premier destination.

Pros:

Location! You couldn't be any closer to Glacier without being in the park. Also the proximity to West Glacier Village is fantastic. My family and I ended up just riding our bikes to the village and even into the park as often as we drove. The village itself was fantastic as it had shops, restaurants, activities, etc. The kids loved being able to ride over after dinner for ice cream.

RV site space was very good. At many parks you end up so close to the RV next to you that your slide outs are nearly touching. This place had tons of space with a table and fire pit and plenty of green space between sites. There are trees and bushes planted between sites as well that in a few years will provide good separation of sites.

The facilities were all nearly new and up to date. There were several bath houses available. The laundry room was very large and clean with plenty of washers and dryers.

The staff was very friendly.

Cons:

They've got sewer issues. Bad ones. There must have been over 100 RVs at this place and all sites have full hookups. It was hot the first few days we were there. By evening of day 3 the smell of the sewer system was nearly overpowering. You could smell it everywhere in the park - definitely not coming from one site. The staff must get this complaint a lot. They gave us a line about "we're aware of the problem" and "we have a plumber coming tomorrow". It did seem to get better as the temps cooled off but even after a couple days with a high in the low 80s it was still quite noticeable. This place is WAY too expensive to be forced to hide inside your RV with the windows closed.

Restroom cleanliness was also somewhat of a problem. I'm not sure how often they were cleaned so it was hit and miss. Sometimes, they would be very clean, but other times definitely not. Especially during the pandemic, keeping the restrooms and showers clean is an absolute must.

Overall:

Overall, I have a hard time recommending this park. If they manage to resolve their sewer issues and improve their cleaning protocols I would give it 5 stars immediately. Until then, I'd recommend finding another...

We had always dreamed of visiting Glacier Park, and this year we finally made it a reality. We chose to stay at the West Glacier RV Park, and WOW, what an incredible place! Our journey from San Diego was filled with anticipation, and upon arriving, the park exceeded even our highest expectations.

As we entered the charming village, my wife and I both felt an immediate sense of excitement, thinking, "This is going to be great." Turning towards the park, we were absolutely stunned as we drove in. The beauty of the park left us speechless. It was like stepping into a dream.

The park is quaint and inviting, nestled among the trees with clearings that provide a perfect balance of openness while still feeling enveloped by the forest. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking. When we parked to check in, we decided to explore the store, and we were not disappointed. The staff was incredibly friendly and informative, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived.

We were looking forward to spending a few days here, and I can confidently say it was an experience we will cherish forever. We explored the village and took a drive on the famous "Going to the Sun Road," as far as it was accessible. The natural beauty and serene atmosphere of the park and surrounding area were beyond our expectations.

We enjoyed every moment at the park and in the area so much that we're already making plans to return next year. If you're planning a visit to Glacier Park, I highly recommend considering West Glacier RV Park. You will not be...