Going to the Sun by LShiz

Glacier National Park in Montana is known for its pristine lakes, stunning scenery, and historic lodges. You can choose to enjoy the park by driving through its famed “Going to the Sun Road” or by hiking along a challenging trail - there are endless ways to enjoy this amazing landscape.

July and August are great times to enjoy Glacier National Park. The “Going to the Sun Road” is now open and you can enjoy driving on the dizzying road through the “Weeping Wall” waterfall, and to Logan Pass, a great place to stop for a short hike and take moment to enjoy the view.

LShiz recently took the “Empire Builder” Amtrak train from Portland with his son and spent several days exploring the park:

“The Going to the Sun Road runs east-west through the middle of the park and scales the Continental Divide at Logan Pass. Along the 50-mile stretch there were unbelievable scenery, waterfalls and gorges, and numerous pull-offs so you could stop and enjoy the view.”

They also enjoyed a hike from Logan Pass:

“The Hidden Lake Trail is an easy 3-mile hike on a wood boardwalk, but snow covered over half of the trail. Hiking boots were useless in the slushy snow so the uphill climb was difficult and slippery, but the downhill return was quick and fun. Near the top of the trail we ran into a small group of mountain goats. The Hidden Lake overlook was spectacular.” (more…)

Visit Glacier National Park, Summer 2007 for more tips from LShiz’s trip to the park.

Also check out Claire_Warren’s trip to Glacier National Park, part of her road trip last summer through the United States.

Other Useful Links:
Glacier National Park (US)
Glacier National Park (Canada)
Montana Travel Guide