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COMBO PLATTER #1

Hidden Lake Trail
Just the facts: Three miles roundtrip, relatively flat terrain, fishing, popular trail.
Tell me more: While this is one of the most visited areas in Glacier, it is an easy hike and the views rival the fishing. Take your fly rod and finesse a fine Yellowstone cutthroat from these high-mountain waters. You aren’t the first person with a rod these fish have seen, so patience is required. Try your luck with a small dry fly and remember, return your catch to the waters as this is catch-and-release.
Where: Park at the Logan Pass Visitor Center and take the partially boarded walking trail to Hidden Lake Overlook and then down to the lake. For a slice of solitude, walk further down the lake.

COMBO PLATTER #2

Grinnell Glacier Trail
Just the facts: 12 miles roundtrip, 1,600 feet vertical gain, incredible views, lakes, glaciers, wildlife, popular trail.
Tell me more: A scenic hike and one that you will share with resident mountain goats, bighorn sheep and other spectacular creatures. It is excellent bear habitat as well, so keep your wits about you. The first two miles are relatively flat and then get your legs ready for the gradual incline with the last 0.2 miles being the most challenging. Trekking poles may be helpful, especially in early summer with snow still present. Don’t be fooled that you have reached the end by the pit toilet and picnic area; keep trekking to view Grinnell Glacier.
Where: The trailhead is located south of the Many Glacier Hotel at the picnic area. If your legs aren’t up for the full 12 miles, take the boat a few miles and then set off on foot. Boats leave from the Many Glacier Hotel boat dock.

COMBO PLATTER #3

Iceberg Lake Trail
Just the facts: Nine miles roundtrip, 1,200 feet vertical gain, gradual incline, excellent wildlife viewing
Tell me more: The views along this trek will strech your soul. Bring your wildlife-viewing checklist as the trail offers some of the best viewing in the park. From grizzlies and bighorn sheep to mountain grouse and ground squirrels, keep your eyes peeled. Bring a jacket and check the weather report before you head out as the mountains and Ptarmigan Wall restrict viewing of approaching summer storms.
Where: The trailhead is located behind the Swiftcurrent Motor Inn cabin area.

TIPS FOR YOUR HIKE:

Don’t start your hike too late in the day.

Check in with the ranger station before setting out as some trails may be closed.

Remember to bring the following important items:

• water
• sunscreen
• sunglasses
• rain jacket and/or light jacket
• hiking boots
• bear spray
• camera

Everything tastes better in the outdoors. Pure and simple. From canned beef stew to instant oatmeal. But it’s not like you need to make do with such pedestrian choices in Montana. Especially in Glacier National Park. Few places rival the hiking opportunities found in this backpacking Valhalla. So it’s only fitting that the outdoor experience be complemented by equally impressive culinary offerings. After all, with over 700 miles of trails it’s not like you aren’t going to be able to burn off some calories. Read on to find our favorite combinations of the two.