6 Best Hikes in Glacier National Park

[@deenugent473]

I just came back from GNP 3 weeks ago and I agree. This park is so beautiful, just love it. (6/29 - 7/3/2023)

[@aldousjosephaniel445]

These are great but I have to give the best hike to the Grinnell Glacier Hike!

[@LoveLaughExplore]

I agree. It was tough and we were not prepared well. But we made it.

[@my2love755]

Thanks for giving info on all these hikes, can't wait to see it next year.

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[@CheckThisOut77]

Great video. I am 71 years, average condition. The Avalanche Lake hike was super (great views all the way). Saint Mary Falls/Virginia Falls hike was great. Went second week in Oct., not crowded.

[@groe6574]

Thanks for the trail reviews. My beautiful gifran and I are very excited to come see some of this beautiful trail scenery. ;)

[@lifeisforadv]

Thanks Matt! Appreciate the feedback. You guys will have a blast

[@LiveHardxLoveHard]

Glacier has to be one of the most spectacular locations in the US. We didn't get a chance to explore all these hikes when we were there, but our favorite was definitely the Highline trail. A little under 12 miles with just panoramic views along the mountainside. Even our 11 and 14 year old were so excited about it that they were able to finish the whole thing. Thanks for the ideas on future hikes!

[@lifeisforadv]

Absolutely, mind blowing how this was all cut out by glaciers. I heard so much about the highline and we tried to fit it in. I think we also chose some others because of them being less frequented but I'd have to ask the misses.

[@nikolatesla5553]

Great review. But no way would I skip the Highline trail. It's absolutely amazing hiking the ledge on the Garden wall. Greatest view almost anywhere. Little busy though.

[@lifeisforadv]

Thanks Nikola! I try my best

[@30lindam]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing. My son is there now so love watching these trail videos.

[@chrisbenemann8246]

Nice recap. FYI it's 1,400 ft elevation gain for Cracker Lake trail, not 14,000ft.

[@Kevin-ql7dn]

And 1200-1400 for iceberg lake too, not 12000 lol

[@manueltorres8755]

Man I was about to say! Lol thanks for the that

[@michaelrnovotny]

I just did half dome last week, planning the next adventure and I'm like holy crap 14k'???

[@WayneMoran]

We are on the way here next week and we can't wait. This is so very helpful. Thank you.

[@jimbochoo3316]

The Grinnell Glacier trail is not to be missed. Perhaps the most stunning trail in the whole park.

[@markpag1117]

Great Video. Very informative. Thanks for taking the time to make it.

[@lifeisforadv]

Thanks mark!

[@Taskerofpuppets]

Nice video work & commentary GG. Looking forward to checking out these same hikes come late June for a few days. Cheers

[@lifeisforadv]

Hey bud! Yeah little did I know shortly after this the whole world shut down. Crazy. Glad to hear you’re planning to get out there. Thanks for the kind words

[@MrSgtau]

Thanks for the video. I want to do the Iceberg Lake trail, and am keeping my fingers crossed that the Highland Trail from Logan's Pass will be open at the end of June this year. Last year, I visited Glacier in mid June, and the Highland Trail was still closed due to snow.

[@FreedOrDieTrying]

That was a great hike brother!! Thanks for sharing and nice to see you again !!

[@lifeisforadv]

Hey Sam! Great to see you! Dude I'm so glad I made it out there before the recent events. Glacier is epic. Cheers

[@queenofadventure]

Awesome video! I love Glacier too!

[@lifeisforadv]

Thanks!!

[@xdramawithyomama18x]

Two great hikes which have beautiful views are gunsight pass and otokomi lake both pretty strenuous however worth every step.

[@ApexHerbivore]

Wow, stunning views bro

[@lifeisforadv]

Thanks for watching! Yeah man, this area is mega

[@vrtravelers6443]

Good job 👍 love it

[@kayladawn]

LOVE.THIS 👑 love from Duvall WA

[@lifeisforadv]

Thanks!!!

[@ranellmueller2972]

My mom lives in Duvall!

[@ultraman007]

If I'm not mistaken, Iceberg Lake doesn't climb 12,000 feet (4:43), it climbs 1,200 feet.

[@lifeisforadv]

Yes, you are correct

[@WorldHeritageJourney]

Looks fantastic! It's also a World Heritage Site, so I can't wait to get over there and check it out when things get a bit safer

[@lifeisforadv]

Dude, it's mega. I would definitely make an effort. Let me know when you come through so we can meet up

[@oliverthomas4262]

Can these trails be accessible end of April beginning of may?

[@rileymarren6395]

Yo man I gotta recommend the whole swiftcurent pass hike, especially in late june when Red Rock Falls is at full power. Absolutely spectacular and the best hike Ive ever been on. A little sketchy up high with narrow paths and steep snowy slopes, but the view on the other side of Heavens Peak is one to behold.

[@lifeisforadv]

Thanks for adding some great info. I need to try that one

[@henrydyke552]

great job! You should do v2 with overnighters (Two Med Area, North Fork etc.)

[@lifeisforadv]

That’s a great idea. Thanks 🙏 Next time I’m in the area that is exactly what I’ll do

[@henrydyke552]

@@lifeisforadv highly recommend Bowman Lake up to Brown Pass and beyond

[@markyoung3044]

great video

[@lifeisforadv]

Thanks!

[@colenasankbeil467]

Super helpful video!!

[@lifeisforadv]

👋 Hey thanks! Wish you the best on your adventure and thanks for letting me know

[@dankerns171]

Great video 👊

[@Springtime-k7p]

Really helpful! Thank you.

[@maureencabrera7029]

this is great video. im from canada. this makes me wanna do this next summer 2022 main goal GNP- Kalisper AIRPORT. coz I'll be going to THE CANADIAN ROCKIES in few daps. GNP. this made me decide to SUBSCRIBE. love this. thank you so much. love the naration too. this place is so beautiful. The CANADIAN ROCKIES - SOOO beautiful too. make it your bucket list. \

[@TheePhotoNinja]

Thank you for making this video! Could you tell me what kind and model/version of camera mount is on your backpack shoulder strap, please?

[@lifeisforadv]

Peak Design :) They are expensive but last forever.

[@TheePhotoNinja]

@@lifeisforadv Thank you for getting back with me and for putting out great content!

[@CaptinCurt]

I have backpacked over 50 miles there. Ran into white out conditions in the middle of of our trip though.

[@lifeisforadv]

Daaang brother. When'd you go?

[@CaptinCurt]

August in 2008.

[@dosabatter2047]

lovely video

[@lifeisforadv]

Thank you Dosa! Quick question. How did you find it?

[@dennisvong775]

Love the video! I have a question. Are these trails open as of right now? I plan on driving out there next week and was interested in hiking the Grinelle trail

[@lifeisforadv]

Hey what's up man! Congrats, you'll love it. But this video was shot last fall so I don't have any recent experience as to what is currently closed or open. I know, by now, you've probably already googled this but here are a few links to find out more info. All trails is a good resource but not always up to date but a good backup to double-check things. Good luck and if you remember, let me know how your trip goes. I'd be super curious to head there now just to see what really is open or closed and how they are handling it. Cheers brotha 🤙 www.nps.gov/glac/planyourvisit/conditions.htm www.nps.gov/glac/planyourvisit/hikingthetrails.htm

[@montanajess]

Hey! Im here at the park now and no, some of these aren't accessible at all due to them closing half the park.

[@djsalad7891]

Best hikes if I'm staying at apgar?

[@sherrypalmer1283]

12,000’ to Iceberg Lake? 14,000’ to Cracker Lake? Where is he starting? Death Valley?

[@AbhiAnand-vn4rq]

What about Highline and Grinell Glacier hikes?

[@lifeisforadv]

Good point. To bad I can’t re-edit the video. Thanks for the added info hopefully ppl read the comments

[@RuthMcLeod]

I think you meant the trail climbs 1200 feet, instead of 12,000 feet. Thanks for the info!

[@lifeisforadv]

Ahhh shoot. Thanks Ruth, that is correct. I meant 1200 feet elevation gain not 12,000 feet. That would be crazy lol

[@checkmatechickie]

I thought the same thing! Good clarification! 😄✌

[@kylendmiller]

Me too!

[@abovetheclouds1771]

Enjoyed....which Bear Spray is the Best & does it really work,effective on a charging Brown Grizzly?

[@lifeisforadv]

It’s not 100% effective but your best shot compared to carrying a rifle or handgun

[@lifeisforadv]

But it is mandatory on these trails and from what I understand they are all regulated to be good and you don’t save by buying before so honestly just get it while you are there at a cabellas or something

[@ApexHerbivore]

Can you wild camp anywhere around there?

[@lifeisforadv]

Tons of wild camping and backpacking however, you need permits to do it.

[@ApexHerbivore]

@@lifeisforadv I'm slowly planning a mega road trip around the country (I'm from UK) so taking notes whenever I see something like this. Thanks man

[@nigel6842]

Anyone know what is the background music?

[@garybarron8172]

BTW, the mountains there are sedimentary rock (Argilite) and not granite. And there are green and red Argilite in the Park. Cracker Lake was first hike there and I didn't have my SLR camera with me. I had the privilege of being a Jammer (Red Bus driver) back in 1975. We had to know some geology, history, mountain names, etc. for our tours. I drove Bus #86-- best summer of my life!

[@lifeisforadv]

Wow, thanks for the additional info my man. SLR, man I remember when I had one of those. Also I have a bud driving there during the summers. He's numer 80 something. I have to ask him now since it would be so crazy if it was bus # 86.

[@garybarron8172]

@@lifeisforadv There were about 35 buses, and the numbers ran from #79 to #112. This fleet was put into service from 1936 to 1939. But obviously, they started the numbering system of the buses sometime earlier than that. I have seen photos of the buses before this set and they looked like big boxes on a chassis.

[@evancashman9719]

Loved this! However you mispronounced some of the elevation gains. You climb 1,200 feet to iceberg lake, not 12,000

[@lifeisforadv]

Hey bud! Thanks man. Yeah I know. I knew it was 1,200 hundred but i said 12,000. It’s a life problem I often get mixed up. I corrected in the description but meh, i still get a few comments here and there and I kick myself every time for making that error. Thanks for bringing it up nicely and thanks for pointing it out as I’m always trying to get things right for the people watchin’. Cheers 🍻

[@evancashman9719]

@@lifeisforadv no problem! I loved the video!

[@princey692]

Are all of these hikes open at end of May ,2023 ?

[@amandaclaireon4065]

Omg im so afriad of life right now i thought the thumbnail was a beautiful screen shot of final fantasy 15 is reality a martix?

[@lifeisforadv]

😂 it’s way better in person but yeah thanks for that

[@andreykarayvansky9549]

14000 feet? Oh, I'll probably pass that one.

[@lifeisforadv]

No sorry, I slipped on the wording. It’s actually 1,400 feet not 14,000.

[@andreykarayvansky9549]

@@lifeisforadv no problem :)

[@peterdisbury8739]

14,000 ft of climbing....lmao....you mean 1,400 ft hahaha

[@lifeisforadv]

Yeah definitely mean 1,400ft 😂 I’d be dead

[@emilioandres1000]

I was like 14 whaaat! 😳 Lol Thanks for the correction.

[@jeffnelson8797]

Ya I caught that and was like what? Wasn’t that high when I went there…lol

[@brienfoaboutanything9037]

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[@heff73]

Looks amazing but its 1400 not 14000

[@lifeisforadv]

Yeah definitely mean 1,400ft not 14,000. I’d be dead 😂

[@D.T.Hippie]

Hey guys!

[@lifeisforadv]

Hi DT Hippie! 🤙

[@domkennedy399]

The hike for 3 falls is 6 miles not 1 mile lol

[@DerrickPDX]

😍😍😍😍😍😍😍🤣😍😍

[@lifeisforadv]

Thanks bud! Good talking to ya the other day

[@viola1880]

7:54

[@kentneely3533]

The hiker makes serious errors in stating the altitude...12,000 and 14,000 feet? There’s no part of the park that rises to that altitude.

[@lifeisforadv]

Fixed long ago, check description, but thank you for your critiques that hopefully stem from a place of helping others have a better hiking experience.

[@StevenDavisPhoto]

12000 feet??? I think u mean 1200? 14000 feet??? Do you mean 1400? Very confusing. Haha.

[@406rebrandingrichardegrimm6]

Highline.

[@carleysdad94]

WTH? You forgot two of the three best hikes in the park....Grinnell Glacier and Highline Trail.

[@lifeisforadv]

Those can be your our secret spots. Enjoy that I didn’t include everything to suite everyones opinions 😂

[@carleysdad94]

@@lifeisforadv - Truth!

[@borntothepurple]

Avalanche Lke

[@lindagrant3232]

1200 ft gain not 12000! 1400 ft gain not 14000!

[@chadthiem8371]

lol 12,000 ft. no mountain in glacier is 12,000 ft . i get what you meant 😉1200ft. lol again in the background i heard 14,000ft. you are way off my guy

[@jerrystraka7856]

Cracker Lake?? Really?? having lived near Glacier for 35+ years (until last year) and having hiked well over 5000 trail miles and over 100 mountain summits and dozens upon dozens of nights backcountry camping and/or fishing, i can easily say, there are dozens of better hikes than Cracker Lake. most every hike in Glacier is worthy, but to not include hikes to gorgeous passes such as Swiftcurrent Pass, Two Medicine Pass, Pitimakan Pass, Boulder Pass or Siyeh Pass instead of Cracker Lake is criminal (not really). if you want to take in the color Cracker Lake, climb Mt. Siyeh. I'm lookin at a picture of me and friends atop it right now. and the view to the lake 4000 ft below is spectacular. as you explore the areas i mentioned above, you'll soon discover why the passes and their nearby climbable peaks are far superior to horse trails into lakes....

[@BrianHarris-x3m]

Enjoyed....which Bear Spray is the Best & does it really work,effective on a charging Brown Grizzly?

[@lifeisforadv]

Good question. Counter Assault is a solid bear spray and very well known. I’ve never had to use it fortunately so I can’t tell you. But i’d rather have it than not.