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Rising Sun Auto Camp

St. Mary, Montana • Glacier County

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About This Property

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The Rising Sun Auto Camp, located in Glacier National Park, is a collection of rustic, historic cabins and facilities designed to accommodate early automobile tourists. It represents a classic example of park architecture from the early 20th century.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
12.1
Listed Date
1/19/1996
Other Names
Roes Creek Auto Camp;East Glacier Auto Camp;Rose Creek Auto

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Architecture; Entertainment/Recreation; Politics/Government
Periods of Significance
1925 Ad - 1949 Ad
National Historic Landmark
No
Level - International
No
Level - National
No
Level - State
Yes
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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