Explore Two Medicine Lake

Glacier County, Montana

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One of Glacier NPs original visitor areas, Two Medicine Lake offers incredible photography, camping, boating, and hiking in a less traveled area of the park.

Two Medicine Lake sits in the southeastern part of Glacier NP away from the more popular Going-to-the-Sun Road. The 2-mile long lake has a 100 site campground that serves visitors on a first-come-first-serve basis; the campground opens mid-April and closes in November. From the main parking area, 12 different hikes can be accessed as well as a ramp for launching watercraft. (http://www.nps.gov/glac/learn/upload/Day-Hike-Guide-2016.pdf)

The tall peaks to the west of the lake make Two Medicine an incredible spot for sunrise photography and the shore offers numerous options for foreground elements. The lake and surrounding areas are frequented by wildlife, including grizzly bears, so travel in groups, make noise, and carry bear spray.

Looking for a longer day hike or overnight? Check out Hike to Upper Two Medicine Lake.

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Josh Packer

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Explore Two Medicine Lake

06/21/17

I had a blast exploring Two Medicine Lake. It was pretty windy when I went, but the sunrise was amazing there. I'd definitely recommend adding this to your list of places to go when you come.

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Gavin Pirrie

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Explore Two Medicine Lake

09/02/16

Two Medicine captures the true beauty of GNP. Drive the Going-to-the-Sun Road while you're there.

5.0

Bryony Richards

Explore Two Medicine Lake

07/21/16

This is a great park of Glacier! Views, hikes, and dramatic weather rolling across the lake - an amazing spot!

5.0

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Hike to Two Medicine Pass

Starting at the South Shore trailhead on Two Medicine Lake (parking available), you'll follow the lake through alternating forest and meadows and eventually cross a small suspension bridge. Afterwards the trail forks. Take the "Two Medicine Pass" trail on the left rather than the Twin Falls/Upper Two Medicine Lake trail and continue up until you reach Rockwell Falls, which is a popular destin...

Hike to Scenic Point in Glacier National Park

Park at the trailhead and begin the hike. The trail starts out relatively flat until you reach a small waterfall. Then, hike up the switchbacks for about 4 miles while gaining around 2300 feet. From the top, you can see both Upper Two Medicine Lake and Two Medicine Lake. The views are stunning. Turn around on the same path that you came from and start your descent.

Dawson Pass

This is a somewhat strenuous but extremely rewarding hike in Glacier National Park. It is much less crowded than the more popular Logan Pass and High Line trails, and in my opinion, more rewarding. Dawson Pass is on the Continental Divide at an elevation of 7,598 feet. It sits between Mt. Helen and Flinsch Peak. You will get amazing panoramic views of Glacier National Park, but be prepared for...

Pitamakan Pass

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Upper Two Medicine Lake

I did this trip during the end of autumn, and was pretty much the only person on the entire lake. With it being so serene and so quiet, I had the perfect nature getaway. I made sure to watch an epic sunrise on Two Medicine Lake, then spend the day taking my time to the upper lake and back, with a few small side trips along the way. Once you have reached Two Medicine Lake by car, find the Upper...

Running Eagle Falls

Running Eagle Falls is located just 1.1 miles west from the Two Medicine entrance in Glacier National Park. The trailhead parking lot is just off the main road going to the lake– it is essentially impossible to miss. It mimics parking spots on the side of a city street. This hike is handicap accessible, so the entire family can easily take in the sights. The waterfall(s) are a mere 0.3 miles ...

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