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Nature Walk in Glacier National Park

4.93

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4-Hour Duration

Lasts 4 Hours From Start to Finish

Family Friendly

Great Family-Friendly Experience Suitable For Most Ages

Glacier National Park

Fantastic Scenic Views Near West Glacier & Lake McDonald

Easy Difficulty

Enjoy Two Short Nature Walks; 2 Miles Roundtrip

Description

Meet at Glacier Guides & Montana Raft at 9:30am to meet your guide and go over a brief orientation. Once in Glacier, you'll get to explore Glacier's natural wonders on a guided adventure! Start with a 1-mile round trip walk through Lake McDonald Valley, admiring its glaciated beauty and resident wildlife. Then, venture to the North Fork Valley with scenic stops en route. Take another 1-mile round trip walk along the Wild and Scenic North Fork of the Flathead River, learning about the environment and its history. This engaging nature walk is easy, offering captivating insights. After the walk, return to the Glacier Guides and Montana Raft office in the early afternoon, benefiting from your knowledgeable guide's expertise. Typically, the tour concludes around 1:30 PM.

What's Included

Knowledgeable Guide

Going-to-the-Sun Road Vehicle Reservation

Hiking Poles

Snacks

Transportation to Meeting Point

Guide Gratuity

Lunch

Glacier National Park Site Pass (required)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is located at Glacier Guides & Montana Raft in West Glacier, MT. Look for the blue raft and bus between mile markers 151–152.

Is there transportation from Whitefish or Kalispell?

No, you will need to get yourself to the meeting point in West Glacier to begin the tour.

Do we need a Going-to-the-Sun Road Vehicle Reservation?

You do not need a Going-to-the-Sun Road Vehicle Reservation, but you will need a valid entry pass to cover your cost of entry to the park.

Do we need a Glacier National Park Site Pass?

Yes, you will need to carry a valid entry pass for Glacier National Park. We recommend purchasing a single Private Vehicle Entrance Pass HERE from recreation.gov

How difficult is this tour?

This tour is considered an easy and low-impact tour suitable for most ages and ability levels. There are two short nature walks for a total of about 2 miles round-trip.

Is this tour suitable for kids?

Yes, this is a great tour for families with kids and is suitable for children ages 4 and up.

What should I bring?

We recommend you bring comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, hat, water, insect repellent, and of course a camera!

Know Before You Book

Minimum Age: 4 years old • Maximum Age: 95 years old

Participants are required to carry a valid Glacier National Park Site Pass. See FAQ for more info.

Full refund until 24 hours before the tour. Book Now, Pay Later deposits are non-refundable in all circumstances.

Quick Facts

City

Glacier Park

Itinerary • 4h 00min • 1 activity

This easy half day trip in Glacier is the perfect introduction to the park. You’ll learn about Leave No Trace outdoor ethics, forest fire science, history of early settlers, and river ecology, while enjoying the views along two different, short trails.

Duration

4 hours

Customer Reviews 90

Total score

4.93