St. Mary Lodge History

St Mary Lodge & Resort, has played an interesting role shaping Glacier National Park history. St Mary Lodge & Resort got its start back in the 1920's.

Development continued, then almost shut down completely when World War II gas shortages all but stopped visitor traffic in the park.    

The Lodge resumed growth, and was remodeled in 1975 with the addition of a lounge area and gift shop. In 1989, the restaurant was expanded and remodeled to what you see today. A number of impressive renovations have taken place since then, including the addition of dozens of luxury rooms, suites and cottages, a lobby expansion and more. In all, the resort has certainly earned its reputation as "superior to the other facilities in and around any of the National Parks" as noted by The New York Times.