The trail starts south of the Avalanche Gorge Footbridge on the Trail of the Cedars and winds its way through old-growth cedars and hemlock forest. The boardwalk meanders along the roaring stream to a beautiful glacial melt lake fed by waterfalls from the surrounding alpine bowl.

The hike to Avalanche Lake in Glacier National Park begins from the Trail of the Cedars Trailhead, located 5.5 miles east of the Lake McDonald Lodge. The Trail of the Cedars, a wheelchair accessible trail, is a loop hike that begins and ends along the Going-to-the-Sun Road.

2024年6月3日 · The trail runs along a raised boardwalk, through a cedar forest that reminds you of Sequoia National Park, across Avalanche Gorge, and alongside Avalanche Creek before veering into the forest, and ending at the shore of Avalanche Lake, a place of exceptional beauty and magnificence.

2022年3月22日 · The Avalanche Lake Trail in Glacier National Park is one of the best hikes in the park. Here's how to take it on with tips and information from a local.

2020年12月22日 · One of the best hikes you can take in Glacier National Park to immerse yourself in the wilderness of Montana is the Avalanche Lake Trail. With its bubbling streams, forests teeming with wildlife, and sweeping views of the surrounding mountains, this is an adventure you won’t want to miss.

2024年11月6日 · Highlights: Hike along a beautiful turquoise creek to Avalanche Lake – a stunning backdrop of mountains and waterfalls cascading into the alpine lake. The hike to Avalanche Lake starts near Avalanche Campground and heads south. From the north end of the lake you’ll see the backdrop of waterfalls.

Avalanche Lake Trail is a half-day hike starting with the Trail of the Cedars then along the Avalanche Creek gorge. From there wind upwards through the forest for 2 miles to Avalanche lake. The lake is rimmed with steep cliffs on three sides with numerous cascading waterfalls.

Avalanche Lake Trail near West Glacier in Glacier National Park, MT - This popular hike, traveling through a forest of red cedars, larches and western hemlocks, leads to photogenic Avalanche Lake. The first section of the hike enjoys fine views of Avalanche Creek.

Quick Facts About The Avalanche Lake Trail In Glacier National Park. Avalanche Lake is a popular day hike in Glacier National Park, becuase of its easy-to-reach location, gradual elevation gain, and beautiful end destination! Difficulty: Moderate. Trail Length: 4.5 miles round trip (out and back) Elevation Gain: 730 feet

2023年9月1日 · The Avalanche Lake trail is rated as moderate and has a total elevation gain of 757 feet, and the highest point of elevation is just under 4,000 feet. While most average hikers won’t have any difficulty on this hike, there are parts of the trail that include steep inclines and even some steps.