Hike to Avalanche Lake Glacier National Park

Avalanche Lake

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A popular hiking area within Glacier National Park.

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Sep 3, 2024
A great family-friendly hike with stops along the way, Avalanche Gorge is truly a breathtaking sight, walking along the Cedar groves were amazing too. Full review by Samantha K
Aug 26, 2024
Avalanche Trail in Montana Glacier National Park to the lake is a must hike!! We went August 24th. 2024. The weather was perfect!! In the low 40s- 50s. High was 60s. You do need a jacket, we wore our… Full review by Barbara L
Aug 25, 2024
This is a decent hike in terms of elevation but the hike is beautiful. The lake at the end of the hike was really serene. We saw a deer on the way back. If you are doing the hike in the afternoon be … Full review by DPMMumbai
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Facts

Located:Glacier National Park, Flathead County, Montana, US
Total length:.60 mi (0.97 km)
Width:.20 mi (0.32 km)
Depth:63 ft (19 m)
Surface elevation:3,905 ft (1,190 m)
Type:Natural

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Is the trail leading to Avalanche lake accessible during winter? Planning a winter trip and want to do some …
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Is the trail leading to Avalanche lake accessible during winter? Planning a winter trip and want to do some hiking/snowshoeing here.
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Well, I have never been there in the winter so I'm not sure. Sometimes, you can't even get to that point as GTTSR might be closed due to snowfall. You might want to contact them …
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Well, I have never been there in the winter so I'm not sure. Sometimes, you can't even get to that point as GTTSR might be closed due to snowfall. You might want to contact them directly or check their "trail status" on the web site. Sorry, I know that's not a very helpful answer.
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Answer by chb86 · Jan 1, 2021
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Would I be able to travel here Labor Day weekend? Or is there too much snow? Thank you!
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You’ll be just fine. Less people but still get up early to get out on the trail. It’s better with less people.
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Is it a natural lake or artificial lake...?
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Natural lake fed by glacial runoff which contains glacial flour (very fine silt) which causes the magnificent color of the water.
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how long need to hike from trail head to reach the point that can see the rocks with shape curve formed from the erosion …
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how long need to hike from trail head to reach the point that can see the rocks with shape curve formed from the erosion by the river? Thanks
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ELKW, I believe the point that your are asking about is approximately 1/2 mile from the trailhead.
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