Plan Your Hiking Trip
to Glacier National Park
Popular Day Hikes in Glacier
Highline Trail:
At 11.4 miles and rated as strenuous, this is considered one of the most popular day hikes at Glacier National Park. Learn more
Iceberg Lake:
This popular hike is 9.6 miles and rated as moderate. The trail brings you to an iconic emerald lake surrounded by steep cliffs reaching up more than 2,000 feet above the water. Learn more
Avalanche Lake:
Bring your binoculars so you don’t miss any of the wildlife or spectacular scenery you will encounter on this 4.6 mile hike. Rated moderate. Learn more
Pitamakan Pass:
A strenuous 15.4-mile trail. Hikers will enjoy breathtaking views of mountain valleys and peaks and beautiful lakes. Learn more
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Overnight Hiking at Glacier
You’re about to create some lasting memories. Plan ahead to make sure they’re great ones!
REVIEW WEATHER DATA:
The Continental Divide runs through the middle of the park from north to south, creating two distinct climates. The lush west side is the edge of the Pacific Northwest rainforest, while the eastern front is drier, cooler, and windier. Be prepared for extreme conditions on either side.
Backcountry Safety:
For advice on avoiding dangers such as hypothermia, bear encounters, and extreme weather, be sure to read these safety tips:
Conservation & Leave No Trace:
Help keep Glacier pristine:
7 Principles
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Hiking Essentials
Glacier is still a wild place. Be prepared.
- Sturdy footwear
- Plenty of water
- Mosquito or bug repellent
- Sunscreen and a hat
- Rain gear and layers for warmth
- Bear spray
- Something to eat
Wildlife & Safety
Glacier provides a wonderful opportunity to view animals in their natural setting. Always enjoy wildlife from a safe distance. Do not approach wildlife to take photographs.
Feeding, harassing, or molesting wildlife is strictly prohibited and subject to fine. Bears, mountain lions, goats, deer, or any other species of wildlife can present a real and painful threat, especially females with young.
It is recommended you don’t hike alone. Trail running is also discouraged because runners run the risk of surprising a bear on the trail.
