Travelers are being advised not to visit Montana's Glacier National Park in 2026, as it has been included on Fodor's 'No' list due to overtourism. The park, known as the 'crown of the continent,' is experiencing a surge in 'last-chance tourism' as its glaciers shrink.
Fodor's argues that the influx of visitors leads to congestion, increased garbage, and greater risk to wildlife. Additionally, carbon emissions from travel worsen air quality, and trail maintenance and rescue operations are hampered by overcrowding and wildfire closures.
Glacier National Park is warming twice as fast as the global average, with only 27 of its original 150 glaciers remaining from the early 20th century. Michael Jamison of the National Parks Conservation Association noted a 'staggering disconnect' between the desire to see natural wonders before they vanish and the environmental damage caused by visitor surges.
Other destinations on the 'No' list include Antarctica, the Canary Islands, and Mexico City. However, Fodor's Digital Editorial Director Jeremy Tarr stressed that the list is not a boycott but a call for restraint, encouraging travelers to give these spots a break.
For those seeking alternatives, Fodor's 'Go' list for 2026 includes Buncombe County, North Carolina; Coupeville, Washington; and Greenland, among others.
