Dive into the Iceberg Lake Hike Glacier National Park Montana | What to Know Before You Go!

In this video I discuss all of the things you should know before hiking out to Iceberg Lake in Glacier National Park, Montana. Taking a dip in this iceberg filled alpine lake isn't for the feint of heart, but it is well worth the memory if you can stomach the cold! Below are some of the links discussed in the video and links to all of my Glacier National Park blog posts that provide even more information on what to expect when visiting Montana's Crown of the Continent!
Articles from my blog:
Check out my day hike packing check list:
travelwithwes.com/post/beginn...
Learn more about hiking to Iceberg Lake:
travelwithwes.com/post/iceber...
Learn how the National Park Timed Entry Reservation System works:
travelwithwes.com/post/how-do...
Read my blog post about the best things to do in Glacier National Park:
travelwithwes.com/post/best-t...
See great deals for hotels surrounding Glacier National Park with TripAdvisor, I am a TripAdvisor affiliate and may earn commissions if you use those links at no extra cost to you!: tripadvisor.tp.st/iYiuf0i8
View the limited number of lodging options available within Glacier National Park borders:
www.glaciernationalparklodges...
Learn more about Avalanche Lake:
travelwithwes.com/post/avalan...
Learn more about swimming at Grinnell Lake:
travelwithwes.com/post/grinne...
Wondering if driving on Going to the Sun Road is scary?
travelwithwes.com/post/is-dri...
Learn what to expect when preparing for The Highline Trail:
travelwithwes.com/post/hiking...
Learn more about Trail of the Cedars Nature Trail:
travelwithwes.com/post/hiking...
Learn more about visiting the Hidden Lake Overlook:
travelwithwes.com/post/hiking...
Learn more about hiking to the Mount Brown Fire Lookout:
travelwithwes.com/post/mount-...
Learn important facts and tips about Glacier National Park:
travelwithwes.com/post/glacie...
Learn more about visiting Red Rock Falls:
travelwithwes.com/post/redroc...
Don't wait until the last minute to book your rental car, RentalCars has great options:
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Reserve a Glacier National Park boat tour:
www.glacierparkboats.com
Glacier National Park Red Bus Tours:
www.glaciernationalparklodges...
Visit my website:
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National Park Service bear safety guide:
www.nps.gov/subjects/bears/sa...
Leave no trace principles:
www.nps.gov/articles/leave-no...
I hope this video covering what to know before hiking out to Iceberg Lake in Glacier National Park, Montana convinces you to try it as well!

[@rollandsausage]

Very helpful and informative. Thank you ! 🙏

[@travelwithwes]

No problem, hope you make it out there for a swim!

[@conniecoffeeconniebachmann3211]

For non hikers like myself this trail is fairly easy but long and exhausting which makes you earn the view. This is one of the most beautiful sights I’ve ever seen well worth it!

[@travelwithwes]

Agreed! My advice to those in a similar boat would be to come prepared. If you can outlast the trail by having enough food, water, sunscreen, etc then this is one most people can get to the end of

[@jamesphiliplove]

Appreciate all the advice! Super helpful

[@travelwithwes]

Any time James!

[@californiasounddesign3921]

love your videos, super helpful to help me plan this summer trip...only criticism is music is too loud on last few videos 🙂

[@travelwithwes]

Appreciate the constructive feedback and glad you’ve found them helpful!

[@Brody45789]

I would go to the east glacier hotel in to browning

[@travelwithwes]

Nice thanks for dropping the reco!

[@demetriuzinski3224]

Very helpful video, traveling to Glacier in mid June, hoping to complete iceberg lake hike. Q? Were are scheduling hike June 18th, and taking first boat across McDonald lake to trailhead. Is that the best way to get started?

[@travelwithwes]

Iceberg Lake is on the Many Glacier side of the park (opposite of Lake McDonald). The trailhead starts behind the Swiftcurrent Motor Inn. You should be able to punch that into your gps and find parking either at the Inn or nearby to access the Iceberg Lake trailhead

[@livelyviobenny4640]

If I come from Two Medicine Campground, do I need Many Glacier entry pass to hike to Iceberg lake?

[@travelwithwes]

Your campground reservation will only get you into the Two Medicine area, it won’t get you into Many Glacier. Reservations are required from July 1 - September 10, 6 am to 3 pm during 2023 for Many Glacier. You’ll either need to grab a reservation when they release more closer to your travel date, or enter outside the 6am - 3pm window. Hope that helps!

[@ethantongson-duran6174]

When do you think is the best time to go there when the water is the most Aqua/Turquoise?

[@travelwithwes]

The water color will be most sensitive to sunlight - so going in the middle of the afternoon when the sun is high and hitting the water would be ideal if you're after that color. The footage in the video was taken in late July for reference, but some years the lake thaws sooner. Hope that helps!

[@user-ip6gm3cy8c]

Is it difficult to get reservations ?

[@travelwithwes]

They typically sell out pretty quickly, especially for the heart of summer season. If the date you’re targeting is already sold out, more passes will be made available closer to that date. Check out the link below for current season timed entry rules. Just be mindful that these last minute slots often sell out in the first 5 minutes of being made available. You’ll need to be online to grab one at the exact time they open up to have a chance at snagging one! www.nps.gov/glac/planyourvisit/vehicle-reservations.htm Here’s a link to my guide providing tips on how to use the time entry system or hacks to get around it if you can’t secure a pass: www.workremotelyliveremotely.com/post/how-does-the-national-park-timed-entry-system-work

[@user-ip6gm3cy8c]

Thank you for the information 👍🏻