Category: Going-to-the-Sun Road
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Avalanche Lake
This hike is one the most popular in Glacier National Park. It includes old growth forest, spectacular waterfalls, a beautiful mountain lake filled with turquoise water, nestled in a picturesque glacial cirque. It is unique. The maritime climate of the Pacific Northwest has its easternmost influence here. Moisture from the…
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Gunsight Pass Trail, Point-to-Point Hike
A classic Glacier National Park hike – two mountain passes, two mountain lakes, fishing, incredible scenery, and wildlife.
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Sun Point Waterfall Hike
Over 100 years ago, guests staying at the former Going-to-the-Sun Chalets on Saint Mary Lake delighted in a hike to three beautiful waterfalls.1 Early in the season, my wife and I retraced the footsteps of those early visitors who invested considerable time and money to visit this incredibly beautiful place…
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Old Flathead Ranger Station
This trail leads to the site of a historic ranger station, offers a display of nature’s recovery from two major wildfires and a little solitude. It’s a good early season choice for hikers and bikers alike. Trailhead From the park’s west entrance, drive 0.3 miles. When you see the sign…
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Piegan Pass Through-Hike
Trailhead Many Glacier and the Going-to-the-Sun Road are the two most common starting points for accessing Piegan Pass. This blog will describe a trip beginning at the trailhead on Siyeh Bend, 2.2 miles east of Logan Pass, and ending at the Many Glacier Hotel. The total distance is about 13…
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