FYI - Alpine Grades refer to the amount of time spent doing the technical part of the climb. Trail hiking and approach time does not count. A Grade III climb involves nearly a full day on technical ground. See this link for definitions and examples:
You state that no grizzlies will be found on Lone Walker mtn, but since they appear to visit nearly every other mountain in the park, that may not be a correct assumption.
Fred Spicker - Apr 13, 2011 1:22 pm - Voted 10/10
Alpine GradeFYI - Alpine Grades refer to the amount of time spent doing the technical part of the climb. Trail hiking and approach time does not count. A Grade III climb involves nearly a full day on technical ground. See this link for definitions and examples:
Handy Alpine Grade Facts
EarMountain - Apr 13, 2011 11:51 pm - Hasn't voted
Back Country CampingFYI, Back country camping in Glacier is not free. There is a fee of $5 per night per camper.
There is an additional fee of $30 for advance reservations for a backcountry trip.
jimegan - Apr 14, 2011 4:05 pm - Voted 10/10
grizzly territoryYou state that no grizzlies will be found on Lone Walker mtn, but since they appear to visit nearly every other mountain in the park, that may not be a correct assumption.