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  • Glacier National Park, Montana

    Home to amazing wildlife, crystal clear alpine lakes, and some of the most epic mountains in North America, Glacier National Park is one of our favorite places on the planet.

    Top Spots in and near Glacier National Park

    • Waterton, Alberta

      Backpack the Alderson-Carthew Trail

      5.0
      12.4 mi / 4101.1 ft gain
      Take the Akamina Parkway in Wateron Lakes National Park to its terminus at Cameron Lake. Your hike will start from here. If you’re through-hiking either drop another vehicle off at Cameron Falls in the town site, or be prepared to hitch a ride back to Cameron Lake, due to heavy traffic this is ...
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    • Waterton, Alberta

      Hike Bear's Hump, Waterton Lakes NP

      4.7
      1.7 mi / 738 ft gain
      The trailhead is located at the Visitor Center of Waterton Lakes National Park. The trail is very well maintained, but know that the elevation gain is quick - in less than a mile you gain 738 ft. Roundtrip is 1.7 miles and is totally worth the short but strenuous hike.When you reach the top there...
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    • Flathead County, Montana

      Snowshoe the North Fork Area of the Flathead River

      1.5 mi / 0 ft gain
      Starting in Columbia Falls, MT, which is 17 miles from Kalispell, MT, locate North Fork Road off of Railroad Street. Follow North Fork Road about 17 miles. While along the Flathead River, there are many Forest Service roads that are accessible to snowshoe along. There are roads that lead to the F...
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    • West Glacier, Montana

      Snowshoe Skiumah Trail

      1.9 mi
      The trailhead for Skiumah Creek Trail is located just off of highway 2, and is well marked from both directions of the road. It is roughly 15 miles East on Highway 2 from the West Glacier Entrance of Glacier National Park. Parking is located on the other side of Highway 2 than the actual trailhea...
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    • Waterton, Alberta

      Hike Mount Lineham

      I’ve heard a lot about the hiking in Waterton and the stunning scenery, but I never really bought into it from the pictures alone – I’m glad I finally took the opportunity to find out for myself. Mount Lineham is a short extension of Lineham Ridge, and while it might not eclipse the views from th...
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    • East Glacier Park, Montana

      Dawson Pass

      5.0
      12.01 mi / 3123 ft gain
      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 ...
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    • Glacier County, Montana

      Upper Two Medicine Lake

      5.0
      9.67 mi / 719 ft gain
      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...
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    • Glacier County, Montana

      Pitamakan Pass

      15.36 mi / 3064 ft gain
      This gripping, 16 mile round trail reveals adventure at every turn. Nestled behind Pray Lake in Glacier National Park, the Pitamakan Pass hike will begin at the North Shore Trailhead. To access this trailhead, a fifteen dollar fee may be payed to cross Pray Lake by boat. If your pocket book is ru...
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    • Columbia Falls, Montana

      Canyon Creek Snowmobile Trail

      27.51 mi / 3856.3 ft gain
      Canyon Creek Snowmobile Trail: Montana's Winter Backcountry Epic The Canyon Creek Snowmobile Trail starting at Canyon Creek Road delivers a 27.5-mile round-trip winter adventure through some of northwest Montana's most spectacular terrain. This route winds through pristine alpine forests, climbs...
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    • Glacier County, Montana

      Two Medicine Lake

      5.0
      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...
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    • Glacier County, Montana

      Hike to Two Medicine Pass

      7.9 mi / 2350 ft gain
      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/Upp...
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    • Glacier County, Montana

      Rockwell Falls Trail

      5.0
      6.7 mi / 545 ft gain
      Rockwell Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near East Glacier Park Village, Montana.
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    • Glacier County, Montana

      Running Eagle Falls

      5.0
      0.68 mi / 33 ft gain
      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 ac...
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    • Glacier County, Montana

      Hike to Scenic Point in Glacier National Park

      5.0
      7.74 mi / 2205 ft gain
      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. ...
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    • Waterton Park, Alberta

      Red Rock Canyon

      0.48 mi / 151 ft gain
      Walk up Red Rock Canyon to view the beautifully red canyon in all its beauty. The cold alpine water is perfect for the hot summer days. Make sure you wear water shoes or sandals because the rocks can be slippery or hurt to walk in bare feet. AVAILABLIITY: This loop trail is only accessible d...
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    • Flathead County, Montana

      Kintla Lake Campground

      * The road to this trailhead/lake is closed during the winter.  Kintla Lake is one of the lesser explored lakes in Glacier National Park. Located on the west side of the park, it is accessible via an unpaved road from the Polebridge Ranger Station. From the Ranger Station, take a LEFT and contin...
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