Last updated: July 17, 2024
Thing to Do
Coyotes
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Canis latrans
Coyotes are intelligent and highly adaptable animals. The subspecies in Glacier is the mountain coyote (C. l. lestes). Often mistaken for a wolf, the coyote is about one third of the wolf's size, with a slighter build.
Also known as "song dogs," coyotes communicate with each other by using a variety of long-range vocalizations. Groups or lone coyotes may be heard howling, especially at dawn and dusk. Like other animals in the park, coyotes are wild and potentially dangerous. They should never be fed or approached.
Coyotes are intelligent and highly adaptable animals. The subspecies in Glacier is the mountain coyote (C. l. lestes). Often mistaken for a wolf, the coyote is about one third of the wolf's size, with a slighter build.
Also known as "song dogs," coyotes communicate with each other by using a variety of long-range vocalizations. Groups or lone coyotes may be heard howling, especially at dawn and dusk. Like other animals in the park, coyotes are wild and potentially dangerous. They should never be fed or approached.
Details
Activity
Wildlife Watching
Pets Allowed
No
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Various locations
The coyote is a common predator in Glacier, often seen traveling through open meadows and valleys. Aside from fields and other grasslands, they may also be seen scavenging for small animal kills along roadways. Drive carefully and watch the road edges after dark.
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.