![]() The trailhead is behind the Swiftcurrent Inn, in Many Glacier. Every time I go to Glacier, this is one hike I always try to make. My kids were 10 and 12 when they made the hike the first time and it's one they still remember. I made this hike the first time when I was 8 and it left a lifelong impression. I've done this hike as a child, young adult and adult with and without children. Rocks abound for the ever popular rock skipping. Dipping your bare feet in the water for a few minutes will be plenty. The water is very cold, swimming is not an option. Thus, you have floating ice all the time. Because of this wall, a good part of the lake does not get sun. My favorite way to enjoy hike is to go in the morning and arrive at the lake around lunch, find a comfortable spot to enjoy my lunch and chill.Īs for the destination, WOW! The lake sits in a cirque and has the dramatic vertical rise of the mountain wall. The trail is well used, so you have no issues of feeling isolated. This is about a 10 mile round trip hike, but the elevation gain is not severe. It was a memorable experience.Īlthough seasons vary year to year, hiking a couple of weeks later this year would have been even better with the creek bridge installed and snowfields melted. The ambiance was so relaxing and peaceful since everyone respected the stunning ambiance of this setting. Many hikers were having their picnic lunches beside the lake which was still half frozen. The half mile from the creek to the lake were snowfields which were also dodgy to cross.Īrriving at the lake presents a stunning view. In fact it was a bottleneck waiting to cross. There was a dodgy temporary crossing (fallen trees) that challenged a few folks. The trail was well maintained with scenic views. Since the gate was still closed, all the hikers were heading to Iceberg Lake.īe sure and turn left at the halfway point to the lake rather than to the Ptarmigan trail. Its a popular hiking trail with lots of hikers since first part of trail is also the way to the Ptarmigan trail and gate. There was a small parking area near the trailhead but full already. ![]() Parking was easy near the Swiftcurrent Inn since we were there early driving from St Mary.
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