Pretty much did the whole tourist deal back then. Incredible views all around, though now I understand there are few actual glaciers left. Meaning to return one day as a climber, if nothing else I need to do the Ptarmigan-Goat Trail; just awesome looking.
Our first trip to Glacier we explored around the Waterton, Many Glacier, and Logan Pass areas (with a quick summit of Reynolds Mountain), and I was blown away by the scenery and rugged feel of the mountains. It's the first place I've ever been where I felt a bit sad and unsatisfied to leave even after doing the hikes I wanted (mostly because of the longing I had to stay), and definitely need to get back up there sometime to do some more!
My husband and I have been hiking and backpacking since 2008, and we started climbing in 2010. We spend about 7-8 weeks on the trails and on the peaks. Last summer we climbed 15ish peaks in the park in July and August. Can't wait to be back there!
Second trip, also as a climber went much better. Great rangers to work with on permits. I have to say though, the country is hard, and I am thinking more and more the "tourists" have the idea right. Helicopter rides, bus tours, gentle, easy hikes, rafting, llama and horse rides- plenty to do for anyone.
reboyles - May 9, 2013 4:24 pm Date Climbed: Jun 1, 1959
Glacier NP
I lived in Whitefish during my pre-school years and my mom used to bring all of us kids to the park to feed the bears (Ritz crackers, no less). I have been back to Glacier and Waterton many times since and will always love the place.
andrew david - Apr 1, 2013 3:00 am Date Climbed: Jul 14, 2012
One of my favorite spots
Took me 5 years to get there, and I went as a mountaineer after originally wanting to go as a tourist, but it was very well worth the wait. The views are tough to beat. I plan on returning, at least until the Glaciers are all gone. Just wish the park could find a better balance between caring about tourists with their money to spend and climbers/hikers just there to enjoy the world. I felt the rangers viewed me as an annoyance.
Wandering Yooper - Jan 17, 2020 9:31 am Date Climbed: Aug 21, 2010
great loopsTwo weeks of power hiking (solo) as many trail miles as possible on the eastern side of the park. Stunning scenery and abundant wildlife.
scramblingbadger - Dec 8, 2019 5:48 pm Date Climbed: Jun 6, 1980
Crystal Clear MorningDid some hiking around St. Marys Lake. The scenery was awesome!
dino61111 - Jan 21, 2017 7:37 pm
First visitPretty much did the whole tourist deal back then. Incredible views all around, though now I understand there are few actual glaciers left. Meaning to return one day as a climber, if nothing else I need to do the Ptarmigan-Goat Trail; just awesome looking.
RoryKuykendall - Dec 9, 2016 2:34 am
Many TimesIt is very good.
Rocky Alps - Sep 11, 2016 1:42 am
My favorite place in the US!Our first trip to Glacier we explored around the Waterton, Many Glacier, and Logan Pass areas (with a quick summit of Reynolds Mountain), and I was blown away by the scenery and rugged feel of the mountains. It's the first place I've ever been where I felt a bit sad and unsatisfied to leave even after doing the hikes I wanted (mostly because of the longing I had to stay), and definitely need to get back up there sometime to do some more!
Brigidscott - Mar 22, 2015 12:58 pm
CanadianteachersinGNPMy husband and I have been hiking and backpacking since 2008, and we started climbing in 2010. We spend about 7-8 weeks on the trails and on the peaks. Last summer we climbed 15ish peaks in the park in July and August. Can't wait to be back there!
whatdoIknow - Feb 28, 2014 12:33 pm
1another great NP
Pewma - Oct 15, 2013 2:07 pm Date Climbed: May 25, 2011
GlacierOne of my favorite places!
andrew david - Jul 28, 2013 9:51 am
Re: One of my favorite spotsSecond trip, also as a climber went much better. Great rangers to work with on permits. I have to say though, the country is hard, and I am thinking more and more the "tourists" have the idea right. Helicopter rides, bus tours, gentle, easy hikes, rafting, llama and horse rides- plenty to do for anyone.
reboyles - May 9, 2013 4:24 pm Date Climbed: Jun 1, 1959
Glacier NPI lived in Whitefish during my pre-school years and my mom used to bring all of us kids to the park to feed the bears (Ritz crackers, no less). I have been back to Glacier and Waterton many times since and will always love the place.
andrew david - Apr 1, 2013 3:00 am Date Climbed: Jul 14, 2012
One of my favorite spotsTook me 5 years to get there, and I went as a mountaineer after originally wanting to go as a tourist, but it was very well worth the wait. The views are tough to beat. I plan on returning, at least until the Glaciers are all gone. Just wish the park could find a better balance between caring about tourists with their money to spend and climbers/hikers just there to enjoy the world. I felt the rangers viewed me as an annoyance.
WOLFrising - Feb 17, 2013 12:33 pm
HomeHas been home ever since 2009. Not introduced to climbing here, but this is where I fell in love with the sport. Too many summits to list. Love GNP!
colinr - Feb 1, 2013 12:54 pm Date Climbed: Jun 10, 1987
Family tripGotta get back for some hikes as an adult. Hotel was fun as a kid.
pyerger - Dec 6, 2012 11:44 am
Glacier CountryHave climbed many peaks in the park, from 96 to 03
Fletch - Nov 30, 2012 3:25 pm Date Climbed: Jan 1, 1990
funwith my family as a kid
forgues9999 - Nov 14, 2012 6:59 pm
Spent a week hikingthere in 2012. Two "must see" hikes are "Hidden Lake" and "Grinnel Glacier".
telemarkdude - Nov 9, 2012 12:31 am Date Climbed: Jun 10, 2002
Spectacular ParkWent "early" season and much of the park was still closed to vehicles.
rasgoat - Mar 19, 2012 8:31 pm
Gorgeous!Cant wait to return!
GlacierCountry - Aug 31, 2011 3:28 pm Date Climbed: Jan 1, 2007
RepeatedlyWe live here and are in the park often. Love it!
mtbound - Aug 23, 2011 1:01 pm
GouldGroup of 8 of us climbed Gould. Fun day and the views were awesome!