Stock Shelter overview
Stock Shelter
1. History: The Stock Shelter was originally built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. It was used to house horses and mules that were used to maintain the park's trails. The shelter has been restored to its original condition and is now a popular tourist spot.
2. Scenic Views: The Stock Shelter offers incredible views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Visitors can enjoy the scenery while taking a break from hiking or driving through the park.
3. Wildlife: The area surrounding the Stock Shelter is rich in wildlife. Visitors may spot bighorn sheep, mountain goats, and other animals in their natural habitat.
4. Hiking: The Stock Shelter is located near several hiking trails, including the Highline Trail and the Swiftcurrent Pass Trail. These trails offer some of the best hiking opportunities in the park.
5. Photography: The Stock Shelter is a popular spot for photographers, especially during sunrise and sunset. The changing light creates stunning photo opportunities.
Overall, the Stock Shelter is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting the Glacier National Park. Its rich history, scenic views, wildlife, hiking opportunities, and photography opportunities make it a unique and unforgettable experience.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Stock Shelter as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Stock Shelter
What is Stock Shelter?
A point of interest in Montana tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Stock Shelter.