Last updated: July 17, 2024
Thing to Do
Mountain Goats
NPS photo
Oreamnos americanus
The mountain goat is one of the park's most iconic creatures. They are exceptional climbers and can scale nearly vertical cliff faces.
Mountain goats live in alpine habitats and can often be spotted navigating high, narrow cliff ledges with ease. It is the only living member of its genus and is more closely related to caprines (the chamois of Europe and the gorals and serows of Asia) than to domesticated goats.
The mountain goat is one of the park's most iconic creatures. They are exceptional climbers and can scale nearly vertical cliff faces.
Mountain goats live in alpine habitats and can often be spotted navigating high, narrow cliff ledges with ease. It is the only living member of its genus and is more closely related to caprines (the chamois of Europe and the gorals and serows of Asia) than to domesticated goats.
Details
Activity
Wildlife Watching
Pets Allowed
No
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Goat Lick Overlook
Mountain goats are commonly seen near Logan Pass and the Goat Lick Overlook on US Highway 2.
Reservations
No
Season
Year Round
Time of Day
Day, Dawn, Dusk
Accessibility Information
In addition to driving the Going-to-the-Sun Road and other park roads, the Running Eagle Falls Nature Trail, the Swiftcurrent Nature Trail, and the Trail of the Cedars are three of Glacier’s most accessible areas.
Improvements in accessibility are being made each year, and with a bit of pre-planning, all visitors can find Glacier to be a rewarding experience. Details on Glacier's accessible facilities and services can be found on the park's website nps.gov/glac/planyourvisit/accessibility.htm.
Improvements in accessibility are being made each year, and with a bit of pre-planning, all visitors can find Glacier to be a rewarding experience. Details on Glacier's accessible facilities and services can be found on the park's website nps.gov/glac/planyourvisit/accessibility.htm.