Free printable vintage Glacier National Park postcards showcase this stunning area of the United States in its full glory!
Glacier National Park is situated in Montana’s Rocky Mountains. The 1,583-square-mile wilderness area features breathtaking glacier-carved peaks and valleys that run along the Canadian border. The mountainous Going-to-the-Sun Highway cuts right through the park. Popular Glacier National Park activities include hiking, backpacking, cycling, and camping. Glacier National Park is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including mammals, amphibians, birds, and fish.
I’m sharing 30 vintage Glacier National Park postcards, which feature many of Glacier’s iconic natural formations as well as other prominent areas of the park, such as the hotels. The collection showcases the Sperry Chalets, Two Medicine Lake, Lake McDonald, Iceberg Lake, Flathead River, Garden Wall, Heavens Peak, Swiftcurrent Lake, and of course, multiple views from Going-to-the-Sun Highway.
Glacier National Park is the first national park postcard collection that I’m offering on the blog. I’m planning to offer additional national park sets in the future. If there are specific parks that you’d like to see here, please let me know! Your input will help me prioritize the next national park sets that I post here.
Printable vintage Glacier National Park postcard formats
Each postcard ZIP folder includes the following three formats.
- Original ratio (3.5″ x 5.5″). All of the Glacier postcards are standard size, which is 3.5″ x 5.5.” Having the postcards in their original ratio offers you complete creative control for formatting and cropping for particular wall art and craft projects.
- 4×6. I’ve formatted the Glacier postcards in their original ratio with 0.5″ white borders on all sides for stress-free 4×6 printing. Every standard printing service offers 4×6 prints at low prices (as opposed to 3.5″ x 5.5,” which is nearly impossible to find). You’ll also be able to find an extensive variety of affordable 4×6 frames for your new postcard prints.
- 8×10. I know that many people creating their own home decor are also looking for 8×10 format. Again, I’ve added a white border on all sides of the 8×10 formatted Glacier National Park images. I’ve found that it’s the simplest way to keep approximately the original postcard ratio and to find a frame with or without a mat that works well.
I have a comprehensive size guide for my vintage postcard collection downloads. It has all of the details that you need to select the best size(s) for your framing and DIY projects. If you need additional assistance, don’t hesitate to ask!
After the Glacier postcard downloads, I have a set of 8.5″ x 11″ pages. Each page has two original ratio postcards on it. The 8.5″ x 11″ pages save you from the hassle of printing each postcard on a separate piece of paper. You can print them at home or send them to the printing service of your choosing. The 8.5″ x 11″ pages are perfect for making art/junk journal and DIY project materials.
The postcard images and 8.5″ x 11 ” pages are all 300 dpi to ensure the best print quality possible.
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About the free printable vintage Glacier National Park postcards
You may download and print the antique postcards and 8.5″ x 11″ pages as many times as you like for personal use, which includes classroom use. You may use the images for limited runs (5,000 items or less) of physical items to sell. Physical item use DOES NOT include made-to-order sites, such as Cafepress and Society6.
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Free printable vintage Glacier National Park postcards
Greetings from Glacier National Park, Montana
The Curt Teich & Co. “greetings from” postcard for Glacier National Park in Montana.
A Black Bear in the Wilds of Glacier National Park
Currently, there are approximately 600 black bears residing in Glacier National Park. Black bear sightings are extremely rare.
Flathead River on the Way to Glacier National Park
The Flathead River originates in the Canadian Rockies to the north of Glacier National Park and flows southwest into Flathead Lake. After making a journey of 158 miles, it empties into the Clark Fork. [Source] Learn more about the Flathead River at the Glacier Park Collection.
Garden Wall from Going-to-the-Sun Highway in Glacier National Park
The Garden Wall hike is an incredibly scenic 15-mile out-and-back trail that takes you along the Highline and Garden Wall Trails to the Grinnell Glacier Overlook. It’s a highly challenging route that only experienced hikers should attempt. [Source]
[Garden Wall from Going-to-the-Sun Highway in Glacier National Park]
Glacier Park Hotel at the East Entrance to Glacier National Park
Now named the Glacier Park Lodge, the Glacier Park Lodge is situated at the southeast corner of the park. It was the first hotel that the Great Northern Railway built, making it the first stop for visitors’ Glacier vacations for decades. It boasts a beautiful lobby and stunning views of the mountains. [Source]
[Glacier Park Hotel at the East Entrance to Glacier National Park]
Glacier Park Hotel at the East Entrance to Glacier National Park 2
Another view of Glacier Park Hotel, which is at the East Entrance to the park.
[Glacier Park Hotel at the East Entrance to Glacier National Park 2]
Glacier Park Hotel Lobby in Glacier National Park
The striking lobby of the Glacier Park Hotel with prominent wood features and lovely lighting fixtures.
Going-to-the-Sun Highway Along Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park
Lake McDonald is ten miles long and almost 500 feet deep, making it the largest lake in Glacier. Powerful glaciers carved Lake McDonald as well as the high peaks surrounding it and the valley that it sits in and smaller valleys surrounding it. [Source]
[Going-to-the-Sun Highway Along Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park]
Going-to-the-Sun Highway Showing Lower Road Starting Climb from McDonald Creek and Upper Road Leading to Top of Logan Pass in Glacier National Park
McDonald Creek is a whitewater creek that flows and bubbles its way down to Lake McDonald. The McDonald Creek trail is a relatively level five-mile trail that can be done in the spring through the late fall. [Source] Logan Pass is the highest elevation accessible by car in Glacier. At 6,646 feet high, it’s an extremely popular destination. If you visit Logan Pass, plan to go early in the morning or late in the day or to use the park’s free shuttles. [Source]
Going-to-the-Sun Highway with a View of the Top of Logan Pass and Mt. Reynolds in Glacier National Park
Mount Reynolds or Reynolds Mountain is located one and a half miles south of the Logan Pass Visitor Center. The short approach and relatively small 2,500-foot elevation gain make it an easy day climb. There are four established routes available. It’s an ideal choice for climbers who are new to Glacier National Park. [Source]
Going-to-the-Sun Highway in Glacier National Park
Going-to-the-Sun-Highway or Going-to-the-Sun-Road is a highlight of any visit to Glacier National Park. Spanning 50 miles and crossing the Continental Divide, the highway offers access to numerous locations and activities within Glacier. [Source]
The lower elevation sections of Going-to-the-Sun-Highway remain open all year while the alpine section of the highway closes seasonally. Please plan accordingly. [Source]
Going-to-the-Sun Highway with an Interesting View of Logan Pass, Showing the Road Cut Out of Solid Rock in Glacier National Park
Controlled rock blasting techniques are used the carve roads out of solid rock, making the stunning national formations in Glacier Park accessible via car or bus.
Going-to-the-Sun Mountain and St. Mary’s Lake in Glacier National Park
Rising dramatically above St. Mary Valley, Going-to-the-Sun Mountain is a 9,647-foot mountain peak just north of Going-to-the-Sun Highway. [Source]
St. Mary Lake is located on the east side of the park along the Going-to-the-Sun Road. The lake is 10 miles long and offers wildlife viewing opportunities. In the spring and summer, you’ll see wildflowers, while in the fall, you’ll see brilliant tree colors. St. Mary Lake is ideal for cross-country and snowshoeing in the winter. [Source]
[Going-to-the-Sun Mountain and St. Mary’s Lake in Glacier National Park]
Heavens Peak from Granite Park Chalets in Glacier National Park
Heavens Peak is the highest of four peaks that create the divide between Camas Creek and McDonald Creek at the head of Lake McDonald. Standing 8,991 feet high, Heavens Peak is located in the Livingston Range, a little over one mile north of McPartland Mountain. [Source]
Built in 1914 and 1915 by the Great Northern Railway, Granite Park Chalet offers comfortable back-country accommodations inside the park. Granite Park Chalet was the last chalet that the railroad built and one of only two back-country accommodations that has survived. The rustic lodge has National Historic Landmark status. It continues to offer lodging for park visitors annually. [Source]
[Heavens Peak from Granite Park Chalets in Glacier National Park]
Iceberg Lake in Glacier National Park
Iceberg Lake is a moderately challenging 9.6-mile out-and-back trail at 1,459 feet elevation near Siyeh Bend. The lake is named for the icebergs that float in it all year round. Iceberg Lake is situated in Mount Wilbur’s shadow. As such, it gets very little sun, keeping the water cold enough for icebergs. [Source]
Lake McDonald Hotel in Glacier National Park
Constructed in 1913, the classic Swiss chalet-style Lake McDonald Hotel has a gorgeous location on Lake McDonald’s eastern shore. The three-story main lodge, row of cabins, Snyder Hall, and exquisite Cobb House have 82 guest rooms in total. Lake McDonald Hotel accommodations remain rustic yet comfortable with modest amenities. There are on-site dining locations, a reading room, and numerous activities, including horseback rides, boat cruises, bus tours, and evening ranger programs. [Source]
Lake McDonald Hotel Lobby in Glacier National Park
The Lake McDonald Hotel lobby still looks much like it does in the postcard, with lots of wood features and mounted animals.
Lake McDonald in Glacier National Park
Ten miles long and almost 500 feet deep, Lake McDonald is the largest lake in Glacier. Powerful glaciers carved Lake McDonald as well as the high peaks surrounding it and the valley that it sits in and smaller valleys surrounding it. [Source]
Many Glacier Hotel in Glacier National Park
Located on the shores of Swiftcurrent Lake in the heart of Glacier National Park, the National Historic Landmark Many Glacier Hotel is a secluded, luxury historic hotel. Many Glacier National Park is another hotel that the Great Northern Railway constructed. Since the hotel opened in 1915, it has been offering charmingly rustic accommodations and a unique lodging experience. Many Glacier Hotel has a true Swiss atmosphere with themed architecture and decor and stunning mountain views. [Sources – 1 | 2 | 3]
Mt. Oberlin from Going-to-the-Sun Highway in Glacier National Park
Mount Oberlin stands 8,180 feet high and is located on Logan Pass, just two miles north of the Visitor’s Center. Thanks to the high starting point at over 2,000 meters (6,500 feet) elevation, it’s one of the easiest peaks in Glacier to ascend. Mount Oberlin is an ideal hike for beginner hikers and anyone looking for a shorter hike with beautiful views. [Source]
[Mt. Oberlin from Going-to-the-Sun Highway in Glacier National Park]
Rising Wolf Mountain and Lower Two Medicine Lake from Theodore Roosevelt Highway, U.S. Highway 2 in Glacier National Park
Rising Wolf Mountain stands 9,513 feet high, making it the highest summit in the Two Medicine area. Just as the name suggests, the mountain resembles a wolf slowly standing to its feet after a long rest. Hikers should plan on a minimum of 12 hours to make the Rising Wolf Mountain hike. [Source]
Sperry Chalets in Glacier National Park
Constructed in 1913 by James J. and son Louis Hill of the Great Northern Railway, Sperry Chalet is a National Historic Landmark reached only by trail. Sperry Chalet is rustic yet refined, with dining and lodging in the wilderness backcountry of Glacier National Park. The Sperry Chalet website offers full details about how to make reservations and what to expect during your stay there. [Source]
St. Mary Lake from Going-t0-the-Sun Chalets in Glacier National Park
Please note that the historic Going-to-the-Sun Chalets are completely different from the modern Going-to-the-Sun Chalets in West Glacier. You can learn more about the history of the original Chalets at the National Park Lodge Architecture Society.
St. Mary Lake is located on the east side of the park along the Going-to-the-Sun Road. The lake is 10 miles long and offers wildlife viewing opportunities. In the spring and summer, you’ll see wildflowers, while in the fall, you’ll see brilliant tree colors. St. Mary Lake is ideal for cross-country and snowshoeing in the winter. [Source]
[St. Mary Lake from Going-t0-the-Sun Chalets in Glacier National Park]
St. Mary Lake with Going-to-the-Sun Mountain Behind It in Glacier National Park
Going-to-the-Sun Mountain is a 9,647-foot mountain peak that rises dramatically above St. Mary Valley just north of Going-to-the-Sun Highway. [Source]
St. Mary Lake is located on the east side of the park along the Going-to-the-Sun Road. The lake is 10 miles long and offers wildlife viewing opportunities. In the spring and summer, you’ll see wildflowers, while in the fall, you’ll see brilliant tree colors. St. Mary Lake is ideal for cross-country and snowshoeing in the winter. [Source]
[St. Mary Lake with Going-to-the-Sun Mountain Behind It in Glacier National Park]
Swiftcurrent Falls and Gould Mountain in Glacier National Park
Swiftcurrent Falls is near St. Mary in the Many Glacier area, just downstream from Swiftcurrent Lake. As the Swiftcurrent River Falls trail is less than half a mile, it’s a great option when you want a shorter hike. [Source]
Mount Gould stands 9,557 feet high on the Continental Divide in Glacier and is located three miles north of Logan Pass. It’s the highest point along the Garden Wall, rising above the Going-to-the-Sun Highway. The broad west face is a fairly easy route, while the northwest ridge is more difficult, and the northeast and east faces are extremely difficult. Mount Gould has a central location and is not surrounded by larger peaks, making for fabulous views from its trails. [Sources – 1 | 2]
[Swiftcurrent Falls and Gould Mountain in Glacier National Park]
Swiftcurrent Lake and Grinnell Mountain in Glacier National Park
Located in the Many Glacier region of Glacier National Park, Swiftcurrent Lake has Many Glacier Hotel on the eastern shore. There are quite a few hiking trails that start in the Many Glacier region. Scenic tour boats offer easy access to the lake for park visitors. The mountains immediately west of the lake – Mount Gould, Grinnell Mountain, and Mount Wilbur – rise 3,000 feet above it. [Source]
The Grinnell Mountain or Mount Grinnell summit offers a panorama of the Many Glacier area great peaks, all the way to Chief Mountain, which is the most northeast summit in Glacier National Park. Grinnell Mountain is situated just east of the Continental Divide, flanked to the northwest by Swiftcurrent Glacier and to the south by the rapidly disappearing Grinnell Glacier. [Sources – 1 | 2]
[Swiftcurrent Lake and Grinnell Mountain in Glacier National Park]
Tourists on Piegan Pass Trail in Glacier National Park
The Piegan Pass Trail starts from Siyeh Bend Trailhead, 2.2 miles east of Logan Pass on the Going-t0-the-Sun Highway. The trail takes you through beautiful woods with views of multiple glaciers and mountains. Considered one of the most beautiful hikes in Glacier, it’s also one of the most challenging. [Sources – 1 | 2 | 3]
Two Medicine Lake in Glacier National Park
Two Medicine Lake is approximately two miles long and a third of a mile wide, with Sinopah Mountain on the western side of the lake and Rising Wolf Mountain on the north. [Source]
While not one of the most visited areas of Glacier National Park, Two Medicine is quite impressive, with dramatic views, rushing waterfalls, and reflective lakes. Located in the southeast corner of Glacier, it’s a great option for anyone looking to avoid the biggest crowds. The Two Medicine area has a campground, picnic areas, gift shop, and camp store, as well as wildlife watching, scenic boat tours and rentals, and a wealth of hiking trails. [Source]
Two Medicine Lake in Glacier National Park 2
Another view of the beautiful Two Medicine Lake in Glacier National Park.
Two Medicine Lake and Mt. Rockwell in Glacier National Park
Mount Rockwell stands 9,277 feet high in the Lewis Range on the east side of Glacier National Park. It’s also considered part of the Two Medicine Lake area. It’s approximately 12 miles from East Glacier and 25 miles from St. Mary. The Mount Rockwell hike is another Glacier hike with spectacular views and a very challenging trail. [Source – 1 | 2]
[Two Medicine Lake and Mt. Rockwell in Glacier National Park]
8.5″ x 11″ pages
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[Vintage Glacier National Park Postcards – 8.5″ x 11″ Pages]
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