Rogers Pass National Historic Site
Hike along the abandoned Canadian Pacific Railway line that in 1885 sliced through the Selkirk Mountains and connected a nation from coast-to-coast. Explore the stone ruins of a mountain resort once reached by horse-drawn carriage. Picnic among giant old-growth cedars. Ski-tour along deep powder trails. Sight black bears and mountain goats. Experience the unfolding of Canada's past at Rogers Pass National Historic Site, the cultural heart of Glacier National Park.
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Ski touring in Rogers Pass
Rogers Pass in Glacier National Park is a popular backcountry ski touring destination with an average of 14 m of snowfall a year.
Winter driving in Rogers Pass
Plan ahead for your winter drive through Glacier National Park. Check weather conditions, parking restrictions, road closures and delays.
Avalanche control program
Parks Canada and the Canadian Armed Forces work in partnership to run the world’s largest mobile avalanche control program.
Visiting Glacier National Park
Activities and experiences
Things to do, trails, programs, events, itineraries, red chairs, and viewpoints.
Plan your visit
Maps and directions, how to get here, facility hours, weather, visiting with dogs, services, and accessibility
Camping and overnight accommodations
Frontcountry and backcountry campgrounds, camping reservations, random camping and winter camping.
Tours and programs
Guided tours, programs, workshops, and learning experiences.
Fees
Seasonal and annual admission passes. Daily visitor fees, camping and program fees, and more. Free admission for youth.
Safety and guidelines
Important bulletins, seasonal safety, park regulations, wildlife safety, weather, and environment.
About Rogers Pass National Historic Site
Culture and history
History, culture, cultural landscape, designation information.
Stewardship and management
Jobs, partners, permits and licenses, public consultations, plans, and policies.
Hours of operation
Open year-round
*Many visitor facilities are closed by snow from October to May
Rogers Pass Discovery Centre
Hours of operation
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