It can be tough to capture a gorgeous landscape in a photograph. So often these types of photos fall a little flat compared to memories of a beautiful place. That's where we come in.
Your guide is a professional photographer and naturalist with extensive knowledge of the local area, ready to help you create gorgeous images in Glacier National Park.
We plan our tours so we're out photographing when the light is at it's best- early morning and evening. This gives us the greatest chance of catching an amazing sunrise or sunset. The park is also far less crowded during these times of the day.
We can't wait to show you the endless photographic opportunities in Glacier National Park! From iconic vistas to hidden gems, there is a huge variety to choose from. Exact shooting locations will vary based on current conditions and the season. One thing is certain- our half day sessions pack a lot into a short amount of time!
LAKE MCDONALD SUNRISE OR SUNSET PHOTO TOUR
This 4 hour outing covers the lower portion of the Going-to-the Sun Road on the west side of the Park. Highlights include: lush cedar forests, turquoise streams, cascades, and mountain views from Lake McDonald. This can be booked as either a sunrise or a sunset trip.
AVALANCHE LAKE PHOTO TOUR
This 6 hour session focuses on the Avalanche Creek and Avalanche Lake areas. This is one of the most popular and photogenic spots in the Park. (Note that it is a 4.5 mile round trip walk to reach Avalanche Lake.) This tour ends with photographing sunset at Lake McDonald.
ALPINE VIEWS SUNSET PHOTO TOUR
This 6 hour trip focuses on the upper portion of the Going-to-the-Sun Road including Logan Pass and the heart of Glacier National Park’s alpine zone. Highlights include: stunning mountain views, waterfalls, wildflowers, & a chance to see wildlife.
GLACIER WATERFALLS PHOTO TOUR
A great option for photographing some of Glacier’s prettiest waterfalls and cascades! We spend the afternoon exploring the St Mary Falls area and wrap up with sunset at a mountain viewpoint. (Note that it is a 5 mile round trip walk to St Mary Falls. The length can be shortened or lengthened, depending on your preference.)
LOGAN PASS SUNSET PHOTO TOUR
This trip covers the east side of the Going-to-the-Sun Road, ending with sunset at Logan Pass. Highlights include dramatic alpine vistas, cascades, wildflowers, and potentially wildlife. Includes an option to photograph along the Hidden Lake Overlook Trail. (It is a 2.6 mile round trip walk, which can be shortened, depending on your preference.)
CUSTOM EAST SIDE PHOTO TOURS
We are happy to put together custom photo workshops designed just for you. Glacier’s east side is the perfect place for an itinerary of multiple photo sessions planned around sunrise and sunset each day. If you are staying near St Mary Village and are interested in a multi-day experience, please get in touch and we’ll go over all the options!
Depending on the tour booked, the half day outing entails four to six hours of landscape photography instruction and photo guiding in Glacier National Park by a professional photographer and experienced instructor.
Although sessions are always tailored for the interests of each individual, here are some commonly covered topics:
• Lake McDonald Sunrise or Sunset: $380
• Avalanche Lake Tour: $570
• Alpine Views Sunset: $590
• Glacier Waterfalls Tour: $590
• Logan Pass Sunset: $590
The price is the same for one or two people. $75 for each additional photographer.
Please note that the park entrance fee is not included in our pricing. You are responsible for your entrance fee to the Park. More details can be found on Glacier National Park's website.
Half Day Sessions need to be booked a minimum of 2 business days in advance. You can cancel for no charge within 24 hours of making your booking (provided your booking is not within one week of your session). After 24 hours of making your booking, there are no refunds. Trip insurance is highly recommended to cover unexpected circumstances.
Weather in the mountains is always unpredictable, but sessions will run, rain or shine. In fact, some of the best photos are often made in “bad” weather. Please come prepared for every possible condition. Montana is known for experiencing all four seasons in a single day.
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You are welcome to bring a picnic meal to eat along the way. There are also grab-and-go sandwich options within the Park if you prefer to pick something up during the tour. Your guide will have a cooler which you are welcome to use to keep items chilled.
We do provide cold drinks and light snacks during the tour. We have built in extra time to take a break and there are picnic tables and areas to rest along the way.
The exact meeting location depends upon which tour is booked. For west side tours, typically we meet in Apgar Village or Apgar Visitor Center and head out from there.
For east side tours, we typically meet at the Sun Point Picnic Area.
You will receive an email detailing the exact start time and a Google Map link to our meeting location once your booking is confirmed.
Yes, during the tour you are welcome to ride with the guide from our meeting point. If you need transportation to/from the Park, please send us an inquiry before booking to inquire about pricing and availability.
The half day Lake McDonald sunset or sunrise tour involves the least amount of driving (about a half an hour each direction).
The Alpine Views Tour involves substantially more time in the car. (Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours each way on a mountain road.)
Our east side tours involve 30 to 40 minutes of driving each way.
We build additional time into our tours to account for driving time so that it doesn't cut into time spent photographing.
We follow all CDC guidance and National Park Service rules regarding Covid-19. Masks are currently optional. We will have masks, hand sanitizer, and disinfecting wipes available for use. We will also avoid indoor spaces and busy areas of Park as much as possible.
Please do not attend your tour if you or anyone in your party is experiencing symptoms of Covid-19, cold, or flu. Give us a call to discuss options.
If the date you are looking for is not available please let us know and we will add you to our waitlist.
