Glacier National Park · National Park Service
Is the Ursack Major legal in Glacier National Park?
Legal
Yes, as an IGBC-certified bag, with tie-off rules.
Backcountry food may be hung, kept in a designated NPS locker/hanging device, or secured in an IGBC-approved bear-resistant container. IGBC container required at undesignated campsites near or above treeline. IGBC-certified. Soft-sided: follow manufacturer tie-off instructions.
Heads-up before you rely on this
Rules change. Confirm with the land manager (links below) before you go.
What this means
Soft-sided bags work only if you follow the manufacturer's tie-off instructions, and the Glacier National Park text does not make an exception for terrain with no trees.
This area accepts containers certified by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC). Check the IGBC certified products list, not the brand's marketing, to see whether a model qualifies.
About this model. Soft-sided; IGBC-certified but not allowed where a hard-sided canister is required (e.g.
The rule in Glacier National Park
- Requirement
- Backcountry food may be hung, kept in a designated NPS locker/hanging device, or secured in an IGBC-approved bear-resistant container. IGBC container required at undesignated campsites near or above treeline.
- Accepted
- IGBC-approved bear resistant container
- Dates
- Mar 16 - Nov 30 (compendium)
- Source updated
- 2026-07-30
- Checked
- 2026-10-26 · verified
- Our notes
- Compendium text read directly; canister is not required park-wide.
About the Ursack Major
- Volume
- 10.65 L
- Weight
- 7.6 oz
- Material
- UHMWPE/Spectra fabric
- IGBC certified
- Yes (cert. 3738)
- On Yosemite / SEKI list
- No
- On Olympic list
- No
- Spec source
- search summary of ursack.com pages
Specs come from the sources named in "Spec source" and many are incomplete. See every area where the Ursack Major is accepted or not →
What else works in Glacier National Park
| Canister | Verdict | Weight | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| BearVault BV ONE Adjustable | Legal | 1 lb 15 oz (895 g) | 8.3 expanded / 4.65 collapsed L |
| BearVault BV425 Sprint | Legal | 1 lb 12 oz | 5 L |
| BearVault BV450 Jaunt | Legal | 2 lb 1 oz | 7.2 L |
| BearVault BV475 Trek | Legal | 2 lb 4 oz | 9.3 L |
| BearVault BV500 Journey | Legal | 2 lb 9 oz (1.16 kg) | 11.5 L |
| Grub Can Wave 6.6 L | Legal | 1 lb 15 oz | 6.6 L |
The Ursack Major under nearby rules
- Rocky Mountain National Park Hard-sided, lockable, commercially made canister required for wilderness overnight camping; hanging not permit… Not legal
- Mount Rainier National Park Hang or use food-storage poles; canister highly recommended in sub-alpine areas, not required. No canister rule
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon NPs - Pear & Emerald Lakes Canister required in the Pear and Emerald Lakes areas. Not legal
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon NPs - Rae Lakes Loop Canister required in the Rae Lakes Loop. Not legal
- Denali National Park & Preserve BRFC required in backcountry units 1-21 and 23-43. Legal
- Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve Approved food storage required; BRFCs loaned; purchases must be IGBC approved. Legal
Quick answers
Is the Ursack Major legal in Glacier National Park?
Yes, as an IGBC-certified bag, with tie-off rules. Backcountry food may be hung, kept in a designated NPS locker/hanging device, or secured in an IGBC-approved bear-resistant container. IGBC container required at undesignated campsites near or above treeline. IGBC-certified. Soft-sided: follow manufacturer tie-off instructions.
What does Glacier National Park require for food storage?
Backcountry food may be hung, kept in a designated NPS locker/hanging device, or secured in an IGBC-approved bear-resistant container. IGBC container required at undesignated campsites near or above treeline. Accepted standard: IGBC-approved bear resistant container.
How current is this answer?
We checked Glacier National Park's official source on 2026-10-26. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
Sources and date checked
Checked . We link the official pages so you can read the rule yourself.