The hike is challenging and covers a distance of about 9 mi (14 km), with elevation gain of about 1,200 ft (360 m). Come ready for Montana weather and rugged terrain. 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. Iceberg Lake Moderate 4.8 (3296) Glacier National Park Photos (3,045) Directions Print/PDF map Length 9.6 miElevation gain 1,459 ftRoute type Out & back Head out on this 9.6-mile out-and-back trail near Siyeh Bend, Montana. Cutting through the mountain scenery of pine forests and flowering meadows, Iceberg Lake Trail leads to one of the most beautiful bodies of water in Glacier National Park. 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. Hiking Iceberg Lake Trail in Glacier NP, Montana 10 miles of staggering beauty, this alpine hike takes you through picturesque forest-lined mountainsides, waterfalls, dozens of runoff streams, glacial snow and Iceberg Lake. 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. Swiftcurrent Pass Siyeh Pass Ptarmigan Tunnel Pitamakan Pass Iceberg Lake Highline Trail Grinnell Glacier. Our last trip to Glacier in June 2009, we took a helicopter flight over the park, it was awesome. Summary & List of Glacier National Park Hikes. It gains about 1100, most of which you do not feel. We saw a big herd of mountain goats, traversed snow chutes and were just really in awe of the beauty all around us. Depending on which sign or guidebook you read, the trail is 4.5-5 miles long. Its a popular hiking trail with lots of hikers since first part of trail is also the way to the Ptarmigan trail and gate. Iceberg Lake is one of my favorite Glacier National Park hiking trails. Iceberg Lake Trail Glacier National Park, Montana 2012 Hiking to Iceberg Lake - July.
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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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