Mountain Lions
Glacier National Park
The mountain lion (Puma concolor), also known as the cougar, is one of the two largest cat species in North America and is a top predator native to Glacier. The subspecies in Glacier is the North American cougar (P.c. couguar).
(Puma concolor) The mountain lion, also known as the cougar, is one of the two largest cat species in North America and is a top predator native to Glacier. The subspecies in Glacier is the North American cougar (P.c. couguar). The size of Glacier's mountain lion population is unknown, but they are one of the most skilled and elusive predators in the Rocky Mountains. If a mountain lion is nearby, visitors should stay in a group, carry small children, and make noise. Do not run. Stand up, face the lion, and try to appear larger by raising or waving your hands. Back away slowly. If attacked, fight back and use bear spray.
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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.
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