Must see National Park: GNP

By Jessica

Glacier National Park should top all nature lovers list of must see national parks. Located in West Glacier, Montana, this park is a paradise for hikers and drivers alike. With over 700 miles of trails, hikers won’t soon run out of backcountry to explore. Visitors that are more car-bound can enjoy the scenic drive up Going to the Sun Road. The drive may be slow, especially with construction ongoing, but you wouldn’t want to drive by too quickly and miss admiring the scenery anyway. Allow plenty of time for the 18 mile drive up to Login Pass and back down to the opposite end of GNP. Just don’t plan a winter drive, as the road closes around mid October each year. A shuttle service is offered by the park, free of charge, for those who would rather not hassle with driving at all.

Enjoy the glacial blue waters of lakes and the towering mountains that surround you. Campsites and hotels abound in the area. Be sure to claim campsites early during popular seasons and book hotels in advance. Otherwise, you could find yourself lodging 30 miles or more outside of the park.

Take a hike to Avalanche Lake, starting with the Trail of the Cedars.

View the scene at Logan Pass summit.

Camp out at Many Glacier.

Check out views from Going to the Sun Road.

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GNP: Avalanche Lake Trail

By Jessica

This scenic trail is located off of Trail of the Cedars at Glacier National Park. Plan to take Trail of the Cedars to Avalanche Lake trail (an in and out trail, 4 miles roundtrip) and then finish the Trail of the Cedars loop.

For prime parking and less crowded trails, be sure to plan your hike to Avalanche Lake in the morning. It’s a moderate hike with slight elevation gains and loses. And remember to be bear aware on your hike here or anywhere in the park. This sign at the beginning of the trailhead was a bleak reminder of such dangers.

So, take precautions but don’t miss this hike! Pictures can’t begin to capture the amazing views you’ll see along the way and at the end of the trail. The cedars offer a pleasant aroma to complement your hike.

The picturesque view of Avalanche lake at the end of the hike is a don’t miss hike at Glacier National Park.

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GNP: Trail of the Cedars

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This loop trail is paved or boardwalked the entire 0.8 mile, allowing all Glacier National Park visitors (this trail is wheelchair accessible) to enjoy its beauty. Lined with towering cedars and hemlocks, hikers stroll through the windy path with Christmas scents in the air.

Bring your camera for this loop and stop to photograph Avalanche Gorge.

Learn along the trail as signs posts interest facts, like this one about Avalanche Gorge.

More adventurous hikers should take the 4-mile detour to Avalanche Lake.

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