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Private Montana Wilderness Hike - Half Day

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Half-Day Duration
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Up To 4 Hours From Start To Finish
Private Hike
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Hike With A Knowledgeable Private Wilderness Guide
Custom Tour
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Fully Customize Your Hiking Experience
Flathead National Forest
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Explore Epic Mountain Ranges Near Glacier National Park

Description

Trade crowded viewpoints for peaceful forest paths and glacial-blue lakes. With expert local guides tailoring each route, this half-day hike lets you explore Montana’s wild side at your pace. You’ll see more—and stress less. This tour takes place just south of Glacier National Park and may offer views into Glacier and the Bob Marshall Wilderness, without the stress and crowds. 

When time is short but the mountains are calling, this private half-day hike near Glacier National Park hits the sweet spot. Led by professional local guides, your experience is tailored to your group’s pace, interests, and trail conditions—whether that’s a gentle forest loop or a moderately steep climb to sweeping alpine views.

Expect quiet trails, pristine lakes, and the kind of off-the-beaten-path beauty that day-trippers rarely find. Your guide brings the terrain to life, sharing stories about the land’s geology, ecology, and Indigenous history. Along the way, keep your binoculars ready—this is prime territory for spotting moose, eagles, or even a bear at a safe distance.

You won’t need to worry about logistics. Transportation is included, and lunch is sourced locally for a fresh, satisfying break mid-hike. Whether you're with kids, older hikers, or just want something scenic and flexible, this half-day format balances adventure with comfort. From pick-up to the trailhead to your final summit snack, everything’s dialed in for a memorable Montana outing—without needing to block off your whole day.

 


What's Included

Wilderness Guide
Hiking Backpack
Trekking Poles (optional)
Lunch
Transportation From Your Lodging
Guide Gratuity

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I customize my hike?

During check-out, you will be asked a few questions and we will reach out afterward to help finalize your requests.

Is this a difficult hike?

All hikes are fully customizable to your preference and can accommodate easy, moderate, and challenging requests.

Can we hike in Glacier National Park?

This guided hike takes place only within Flathead National Forest and does not enter Glacier National Park. It can offer great views into Glacier National Park or the Hungry Horse Reservoir and Bob Marshall Wilderness depending on which hike your guides choose. 


Know Before You Book

Minimum Age: 18 years old
Guided hikes take place within Flathead National Forest nearby to Glacier National Park
All trips are privately led and hiking difficultly is fully customizable
Full refund until 24 hours before the tour. Book Now, Pay Later deposits are non-refundable in all circumstances.

Quick Facts

City
Whitefish

Duration
4h 00min

Guest Rate
$189


Itinerary • 4h 00min • 4 activities

Meet with your guide in Whitefish, just outside of Flathead National Forest. Get prepped and geared up for your day on the trail and head out

Duration
15 minutes

Make your way to the trailhead located in the Hungry Horse district of Flathead National Forest

Duration
1 hour 30 minutes

Enjoy a moderate hike to an alpine lake, or continue on to the nearby summit for some outstanding views!

Duration
5 hours

Make your way back to Whitefish and enjoy some well-earned rest from a great day on the trail

Duration
1 hour 30 minutes