Pretty much did the whole tourist deal back then. Incredible views all around, though now I understand there are few actual glaciers left. Meaning to return one day as a climber, if nothing else I need to do the Ptarmigan-Goat Trail; just awesome looking.
Our first trip to Glacier we explored around the Waterton, Many Glacier, and Logan Pass areas (with a quick summit of Reynolds Mountain), and I was blown away by the scenery and rugged feel of the mountains. It's the first place I've ever been where I felt a bit sad and unsatisfied to leave even after doing the hikes I wanted (mostly because of the longing I had to stay), and definitely need to get back up there sometime to do some more!
My husband and I have been hiking and backpacking since 2008, and we started climbing in 2010. We spend about 7-8 weeks on the trails and on the peaks. Last summer we climbed 15ish peaks in the park in July and August. Can't wait to be back there!
Pewma - Oct 15, 2013 2:07 pm Date Climbed: May 25, 2011
Glacier
One of my favorite places!
reboyles - May 9, 2013 4:24 pm Date Climbed: Jun 1, 1959
Glacier NP
I lived in Whitefish during my pre-school years and my mom used to bring all of us kids to the park to feed the bears (Ritz crackers, no less). I have been back to Glacier and Waterton many times since and will always love the place.
andrew david - Apr 1, 2013 3:00 am Date Climbed: Jul 14, 2012
One of my favorite spots
Took me 5 years to get there, and I went as a mountaineer after originally wanting to go as a tourist, but it was very well worth the wait. The views are tough to beat. I plan on returning, at least until the Glaciers are all gone. Just wish the park could find a better balance between caring about tourists with their money to spend and climbers/hikers just there to enjoy the world. I felt the rangers viewed me as an annoyance.
Second trip, also as a climber went much better. Great rangers to work with on permits. I have to say though, the country is hard, and I am thinking more and more the "tourists" have the idea right. Helicopter rides, bus tours, gentle, easy hikes, rafting, llama and horse rides- plenty to do for anyone.
Wandering Yooper - Jan 17, 2020 9:31 am Date Climbed: Aug 21, 2010
great loopsTwo weeks of power hiking (solo) as many trail miles as possible on the eastern side of the park. Stunning scenery and abundant wildlife.
scramblingbadger - Dec 8, 2019 5:48 pm Date Climbed: Jun 6, 1980
Crystal Clear MorningDid some hiking around St. Marys Lake. The scenery was awesome!
dino61111 - Jan 21, 2017 7:37 pm
First visitPretty much did the whole tourist deal back then. Incredible views all around, though now I understand there are few actual glaciers left. Meaning to return one day as a climber, if nothing else I need to do the Ptarmigan-Goat Trail; just awesome looking.
RoryKuykendall - Dec 9, 2016 2:34 am
Many TimesIt is very good.
Rocky Alps - Sep 11, 2016 1:42 am
My favorite place in the US!Our first trip to Glacier we explored around the Waterton, Many Glacier, and Logan Pass areas (with a quick summit of Reynolds Mountain), and I was blown away by the scenery and rugged feel of the mountains. It's the first place I've ever been where I felt a bit sad and unsatisfied to leave even after doing the hikes I wanted (mostly because of the longing I had to stay), and definitely need to get back up there sometime to do some more!
Brigidscott - Mar 22, 2015 12:58 pm
CanadianteachersinGNPMy husband and I have been hiking and backpacking since 2008, and we started climbing in 2010. We spend about 7-8 weeks on the trails and on the peaks. Last summer we climbed 15ish peaks in the park in July and August. Can't wait to be back there!
whatdoIknow - Feb 28, 2014 12:33 pm
1another great NP
Pewma - Oct 15, 2013 2:07 pm Date Climbed: May 25, 2011
GlacierOne of my favorite places!
reboyles - May 9, 2013 4:24 pm Date Climbed: Jun 1, 1959
Glacier NPI lived in Whitefish during my pre-school years and my mom used to bring all of us kids to the park to feed the bears (Ritz crackers, no less). I have been back to Glacier and Waterton many times since and will always love the place.
andrew david - Apr 1, 2013 3:00 am Date Climbed: Jul 14, 2012
One of my favorite spotsTook me 5 years to get there, and I went as a mountaineer after originally wanting to go as a tourist, but it was very well worth the wait. The views are tough to beat. I plan on returning, at least until the Glaciers are all gone. Just wish the park could find a better balance between caring about tourists with their money to spend and climbers/hikers just there to enjoy the world. I felt the rangers viewed me as an annoyance.
andrew david - Jul 28, 2013 9:51 am
Re: One of my favorite spotsSecond trip, also as a climber went much better. Great rangers to work with on permits. I have to say though, the country is hard, and I am thinking more and more the "tourists" have the idea right. Helicopter rides, bus tours, gentle, easy hikes, rafting, llama and horse rides- plenty to do for anyone.
WOLFrising - Feb 17, 2013 12:33 pm
HomeHas been home ever since 2009. Not introduced to climbing here, but this is where I fell in love with the sport. Too many summits to list. Love GNP!
colinr - Feb 1, 2013 12:54 pm Date Climbed: Jun 10, 1987
Family tripGotta get back for some hikes as an adult. Hotel was fun as a kid.
pyerger - Dec 6, 2012 11:44 am
Glacier CountryHave climbed many peaks in the park, from 96 to 03
Fletch - Nov 30, 2012 3:25 pm Date Climbed: Jan 1, 1990
funwith my family as a kid
forgues9999 - Nov 14, 2012 6:59 pm
Spent a week hikingthere in 2012. Two "must see" hikes are "Hidden Lake" and "Grinnel Glacier".
telemarkdude - Nov 9, 2012 12:31 am Date Climbed: Jun 10, 2002
Spectacular ParkWent "early" season and much of the park was still closed to vehicles.
rasgoat - Mar 19, 2012 8:31 pm
Gorgeous!Cant wait to return!
GlacierCountry - Aug 31, 2011 3:28 pm Date Climbed: Jan 1, 2007
RepeatedlyWe live here and are in the park often. Love it!
mtbound - Aug 23, 2011 1:01 pm
GouldGroup of 8 of us climbed Gould. Fun day and the views were awesome!