Hidden Moose Lodge

Hidden Moose Lodge nails Glacier NP value: hot tub, seasonal ski shuttle, and freebies.

Lodge/Bed & Breakfast · outside the park boundary Open year-round.

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Why stay here

Look, it’s not a buzzy resort.

The west side, on your own schedule

28 min to the West Glacier entrance by car. No vehicle reservation is needed anywhere in Glacier in 2026; leave early and the road is yours.

Who it fits

Best for families, couples, and active travelers seeking outdoor Montana adventures.

Your morning from here

Skip the lobby coffee—breakfast is included, but coffee quality is not guaranteed. You’re less than 30 minutes from Glacier’s gates, so plan to depart early. Leave by 6:30–7:00 AM to beat the crowds.

Book if

You want a cozy Montana lodge with freebies and a ski shuttle, without a resort price tag.

Skip if

You demand on-site dining and ultra-luxe amenities.

See stays near Whitefish on Expedia Honest take from the listing record · distances computed from map coordinates.

Getting into the park from this bed

28 min to the West Glacier entrance. Plan the day from that.

Measured from the property's coordinates, not guessed. Drive times use park-road speeds; add time in July and August.

Logan Pass shuttle

By car to the stop

29 mindrive to Apgar Visitor Center or Lake McDonald Lodge

Park at the boarding lot and ride up on the $1 ticketed shuttle, July 1 – Sept 7. Tickets on Recreation.gov, 60-day window at 8 am MDT.
Worth it for a real Logan Pass hike: the 3-hour parking limit at the pass does not apply to shuttle riders.

NPS shuttle page · verified 2026-09-08

Driving in

Every day

28 minto the West Glacier entrance · 21.1 mi

No vehicle reservation is needed anywhere in Glacier in 2026. You still need an entrance pass.
Going-to-the-Sun Road: about 2 hours end to end; Logan Pass parking is limited to 3 hours through Sept 7. Arrive before 9:30 for a real shot at a space.
No fuel on Going-to-the-Sun Road. Fill up before the gate.

NPS · verified 2026-09-10 · what the road is doing today →

The other valleys

By car

1 h 13 minto the Many Glacier entrance · 54.7 mi

Many Glacier: Grinnell, Swiftcurrent and the boat-assisted hikes. The lot fills early in July and August.
Two Medicine: 1 h 18 min (58.2 mi). Quieter, and the better second east-side day.
Apgar and the west side: 29 min (21.5 mi).

Distances computed from OSM coordinates · park-road drive speeds

Rooms and what to expect

What the record can vouch for

Room stylesLodge Rooms · Deluxe King Rooms · Western Suite · Garden Suite · Big Sky Suite

BedsQueen bed in Lodge Rooms · King-size bed in Deluxe King Rooms · King-size bed in Western Suite · King-size bed in Garden Suite · King-size bed in Big Sky Suite · Sofa sleeper in Western Suite · Sofa sleeper in Garden Suite

On siteNo on-site restaurant; an antique bar sits in the Great Room/Back Deck area.

PropertyHot tub (outdoor and covered) · Indoor and outdoor pools (heated status unclear) · Breakfast included · Antique bar in Great Room/Back Deck · Spa/Massage on-site · Free onsite parking

In the roomPrivate deck (Lodge Rooms) · Private balcony (Deluxe King Rooms) · Jetted tub/shower or walk-in shower/soaking tub (Deluxe King Rooms) · Soaking clawfoot tub (Garden & Western Suites) · Gas rock fireplace (Big Sky Suite) · TV · Refrigerator · Free WiFi · Air conditioning in some rooms · Central heating

Wi-Fi and cellWiFi is free; cell service details not specified.

ParkingFree onsite parking.

PetsPets allowed in certain rooms with prior notice; dog fee $20-$25 per night (some listings show $30 per night with a $100 weekly max); leash outdoors and do not leave pets unattended in rooms.

Ask for a back-building room to avoid highway noise. Lodge Rooms offer a queen bed with private deck; Deluxe King Rooms give a balcony and king bed with vaulted ceilings; For the best views, try the Big Sky Suite (700+ sq ft) with a gas fireplace and expansive balcony.

Season and booking

Open year-round.

SeasonOpen year-round.

PeakJuly and August fill first around Glacier. Book when your dates are firm; June and September give easier rooms and the same location.

Jul 1 – Sep 7Shuttle season. For a Logan Pass hike, book the shuttle the day the 60-day window opens for your date.

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Questions people ask

Short answers

Is there a restaurant on-site?

No on-site restaurant; there is an antique bar in the Great Room/Back Deck area.

Is breakfast included?

Yes, breakfast is included.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, in certain rooms with prior notice; dog fee $20-$25 per night (occasionally listed as $30); leash rules apply; pets cannot be left unattended in rooms.

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM; check-out is at 11:00 AM.

How far is it to Glacier National Park?

Approximately 26 miles to the park entrance, about 30 minutes by car.

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Hidden Moose Lodge21.1 mi to the West Glacier entrance

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