Glacier National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior Ranger-led Activities Guide July 2017

A ranger explaining avalanches on the Avalanche Lake Trail. NPS / JACOB FRANK

July Highlights

Become a Junior Ranger Logan Pass Star Party Glacier Institute Apgar Nature Center The Junior Ranger Program is an enjoyable way Take advantage of Glacier’s unusually dark skies The Glacier Institute, a private nonprofit partner, Families visiting Glacier National Park often for kids and families to learn how to keep Glacier and join rangers and members of the Big Sky provides hands-on educational adventures to seek unique experiences and activities. The National Park wild and beautiful. Astronomy Club to gaze through telescopes into people from all over the world. Their field- Apgar Nature Center, located in Apgar Village, the depths of the universe. based classes are taught by instructors who provides exciting learning opportunities designed Stop by the Apgar, St. Mary, or Logan Pass Visitor Admission by ticket only. Pick up a free ticket (one are recognized experts in their fields, published specifically for families, including hands-on Centers, or the Apgar Nature Center, and pick up per vehicle) at the Apgar or St. Mary Visitor Centers authors, wildlife biologists, college professors, exhibits, youth-based activities, and ranger-led a free Junior Ranger Activity Booklet. There is a beginning the day before the star party. naturalists, and teachers. If you are looking for programs. Whether you want to touch a grizzly pre-reader version of the booklet for our youngest a more immersive experience with Glacier’s bear’s claw, feel a wolf’s pelt, hold a fossil, or junior rangers. Children (and maybe parents too!) 10 pm to midnight resources, please check out their course catalog. discover other park treasures, the Apgar Nature will be challenged to complete the activities and Friday, July 14 & Friday July 28 Copies are available online. Center offers something special for all ages. earn an official Glacier Junior Ranger Badge. In case of inclement weather, programs will be held the following night. Check at visitor centers (406) 755-1211 10 am to 4 pm or park’s social media accounts for information. [email protected] Open daily from June 17 through August 27 www.glacierInstitute.org Apgar Village (across from the campstore)

Logan Pass S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 9:00 am A View From Above • 9:15 am Highline Trail Hike • 9:30 am A Path Less Traveled (9 am-10:30 am) • • • 10:00 am Alpine Rendezvous (10 am-11 am) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1:00 pm Alpine Rendezvous (1 pm-2 pm) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2:00 pm Goodbye to the Glaciers (2 pm-3 pm) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 5:00 pm Scope It Out (5 pm-6 pm) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Walks & Hikes Drop-in Programs Highline Trail Hike A View From Above Park rangers will be available during the times A Path Less Traveled Experience the beauty of the high country on Journey above treeline and uncover the splendors listed. “Drop-in” and see what we are up to. Discover the intricacies found along the park’s an all-day hike along the Garden Wall. Hike the of the alpine environment and the story behind Stay for a minute or stay for an hour. world class trails in this majestic landscape. 7.6-mile trail to Granite Park Chalet followed by a the scenery. Anytime 9:30 am to 10:30 am steep 2,200-foot descent over the last four miles 2½ hours, moderate 3-mile (8 km) hike Alpine Rendezvous Near the Continental Divide sign at ending at The Loop. Due to limited parking Plaza behind the Logan Pass Visitor Center Explore the beauty, diversity, and hardships found Logan Pass space, use of the free park shuttle is highly in the alpine environment. recommended. May include walking on snow. Anytime 10 am to 11 am, or 1 pm to 2 pm Scope It Out Not recommended for young children. 0.25 mile up the Hidden Lake Trail A Watchable Wildlife Activity 7-8 hours, strenuous 11.6-mile (18.6 km) hike Is that a rock or a mountain goat? Use our Continental Divide sign at Logan Pass Goodbye to the Glaciers spotting scopes to scan the slopes for wildlife as Learn about our disappearing glaciers and the a park ranger answers questions about Glacier’s impact their loss will have on the park and animals. beyond. In case of inclement weather, the Anytime between 5 pm and 6 pm program will move inside the visitor center. Paved paths around the visitor center Anytime between 2 pm and 3 pm Back doors of the Logan Pass Visitor Center

Glacier Park Boat Company Guided Tours and Hikes

Glacier Park Boat Company offers scenic boat Grinnell Valley Cruise & Hike Two Medicine Lake Cruise & Hike tours, some with optional guided hikes. Tour lengths Take a relaxing cruise on Swiftcurrent Lake and Cruise on scenic Two Medicine Lake followed by and prices vary by location. Boat tours are available Lake Josephine (0.25-mile walk over a moderate an optional walk to beautiful Twin Falls. at Lake McDonald, Two Medicine, Many Glacier, hill is required between the lakes) followed by Fee: Adults $13.75; Children ages 4-12 $6.75; and on St. Mary Lake at Rising Sun. Reservations are an optional walk to spectacular Grinnell Lake. Children ages 3 and under are free. Hike highly recommended. Reservations must be made at Fee: Adults $27.50; Children ages 4-12 $13.75; dependent on trail conditions. least 24 hours in advance. Limited same day tickets Children ages 3 and under are free. Daily 1 pm and 3 pm are available on a walk-up basis. Reservations can Hike dependent on trail conditions. 2½ to 3 hours, easy 1.8-mile (2.9 km) hike be made online at www.glacierparkboats.com or by Daily 9 am and 2 pm Two Medicine Boat Dock calling (406) 257-2426. 3½ to 4 hours, easy 2-mile (3.2 km) hike (Arrive 20 minutes prior to departure) Arrive 20 minutes prior to departure. Many Glacier Hotel Boat Dock (406) 257-2426 (Arrive 20 minutes prior to departure) www.glacierparkboats.com Two Medicine Lake boat cruise NPS / BILL HAYDEN

This publication and all “Native America Speaks” programs are made possible by the Glacier National Park Conservancy. Lake McDonald Valley S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 9:00 am Avalanche Lake Hike • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 9:00 am Under the Conifers Walk • • • • • 9:30 am Creekside Stroll • • • • • • • • • • • • • 9:30 am Junior Ranger Forest Escape • • • • • 9:30 am Rocky Point Ramble • • • • • • • • • 10:00 am Apgar Nature Center (open 10 am-4 pm) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 10:00 am Junior Ranger Explorers Walk • • • • • • • • 10:00 am Nurturing Native Plants Walking Tour • • • 10:30 am Creatures in the Creek • • • • 10:30 am Wildlife Encounters Talk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 11:30 am Junior Ranger Discovery Talk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 12:00 pm Glacier’s Solar Astronomy (12 pm-2 pm) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1:30 pm Amazing Animals Talk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1:30 pm Lake McDonald Boat Tour • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 1:45 pm Wildlife Encounters Talk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2:00 pm Johns Lake Loop Hike • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2:00 pm Sculpting the Landscape Walk • • • • 2:30 pm From Seeds to Cedars Walk • • • • 3:00 pm Lake McDonald Boat Tour • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 3:00 pm Ranger’s Choice Talk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 4:00 pm Johns Lake Loop Hike • • • • • 4:00 pm A Walk Through Time • • • • • • • • • 8:00 pm Apgar Campground Evening Talk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8:00 pm Native America Speaks • • • • 8:30 pm Lake McDonald Lodge Evening Program • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8:30 pm Triple Divide: Heritage and Legacy • • • • 9:00 pm Fish Creek Campground Evening Program • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 10:00 pm Glacier’s Night Sky Astronomy (10 pm-12 am) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Walks and Hikes Talks Avalanche Lake Hike Amazing Animals Talk Journey through a majestic old growth forest to Explore the natural history and adaptations of scenic Avalanche Lake and uncover the intricacies some of Glacier’s famous inhabitants. of this unique environment. 30 minutes 3½ hours, moderate 5-mile (8 km) hike Apgar Nature Center talk area Avalanche Creek roadside parking area (Pathway east of the campstore in Apgar Village)

Creekside Stroll Ranger’s Choice Talk Enjoy a casual stroll through diverse habitats Discover unique aspects of the park as a park along beautiful lower McDonald Creek. ranger explores a topic of his/her choice. 2¼ hours, easy 2-mile (2.8 km) walk 30 minutes Apgar Visitor Center flagpole Apgar Nature Center talk area (Pathway east of the campstore in Apgar Village) From Seeds to Cedars Walk Discover wildflowers, trees, and other plant life Wildlife Encounters Talk living in Glacier’s dynamic landscape. Bear? Mountain lion? Learn how to enjoy the 2 hours, moderate 2-mile (3.2 km) walk park safely. Includes a bear spray demonstration. McDonald Creek Bridge on Camas Road 15-20 minutes (0.25 miles west of the Apgar Village turnoff) Apgar Visitor Center plaza

Johns Lake Loop Hike McDonald Creek NPS / MARC NEIDIG Explore striking cedar-hemlock forests, quiet lakes, and roaring cascades on this leisurely hike. 2 hours, easy 3-mile (4.8 km) hike Boat Tours Children’s Programs Evening Programs Johns Lake trailhead Lake McDonald Boat Tour Children’s programs are designed specifically Apgar Campground Evening Talk (1.5 miles north of the Lake McDonald Lodge on Cruise on Lake McDonald and enjoy a sampling for families and children. Children must be Explore Glacier’s natural and cultural history the Going-to-the-Sun Road) of Glacier’s stories and scenery aboard the historic accompanied by an adult while in attendance. along the shore of Lake McDonald. Check DeSmet. Arrive 20 minutes prior to departure. bulletin boards for specific topics. Non-campers Nurturing Native Plants Walking Tour Fee: $18.25 adults; $9.25 children ages 4-12; free Creatures in the Creek welcome. Limited parking space available. Take an intimate look at how plants are grown for ages 3 and younger. Reservations are highly Reveal the wiggling, teeming life found in 45 minutes in the park’s Native Plant Nursery and used in recommended. For reservations, call (406) 257- the park’s watery world. Ages 8 and older. Apgar Campground Amphitheater revegetation projects throughout the park. 2426 or visit www.glacierparkboats.com. Reservations required. 1½ hours, easy 0.25-mile (.4 km) walking tour 1 hour 1½ hours Fish Creek Campground Evening Program Park Headquarters flagpole Lake McDonald Lodge boat dock Make reservations, in person, up to three days in Sit back, relax, and uncover the diversity of Glacier advance at the Apgar Visitor Center. National Park. Check bulletin boards for specific Rocky Point Ramble topics. Non-campers welcome. Limited parking Enjoy scenic vistas and a diverse landscape as you Drop-in Programs Junior Ranger Discovery Talk space available. hike along an ever-changing trail to the shores of Park rangers will be available during the times Discover what makes Glacier National Park unique 45 minutes Lake McDonald. listed. “Drop-in” and see what we are up to. Stay during this hands-on, interactive talk. All ages. Fish Creek Campground Amphitheater 2 hours, moderate 2.25-mile (3.6 km) hike for a minute or stay for an hour. 20-30 minutes Rocky Point trailhead Apgar Nature Center Lake McDonald Lodge Evening Program (0.25 mile north of Fish Creek Campground kiosk Apgar Nature Center Experience (Pathway east of the campstore in Apgar Village) Spend an evening discovering the many wonders on the Inside North Fork Road) Touch a grizzly bear’s claws, feel a wolf’s coat, of Glacier National Park. Check bulletin boards for or discover other park treasures. Rangers and Junior Ranger Explorers Walk specific topics. All park visitors welcome. Sculpting the Landscape Walk volunteers will teach the whole family about what Explore the fascinating connections between the 45 minutes Unearth the dynamic forces that build and shape makes Glacier special. Family friendly. plants, animals, and non-living material on this Lake McDonald Lodge Auditorium the dramatic scenery in the park. Anytime between 10 am and 4 pm interactive hike. Ages 6 and older. 2 hours, easy 2-mile (3.2 km) walk Apgar Nature Center 1½ hours, easy 1.5-mile (2.4 km) walk Native America Speaks Johns Lake trailhead (Pathway east of the campstore in Apgar Village) Apgar Nature Center Gain a new perspective as members of the Salish, (Pathway east of the campstore in Apgar Village) Kootenai, Pend d’Oreille, and Blackfeet tribes Under the Conifers Walk Glacier’s Night Sky Astronomy share their histories and traditions. Non-campers Explore the dramatic forest bordering the Join an astronomer-in-the-park and peer into the Junior Ranger Forest Escape welcome. Limited parking space available. stunning cascades of upper McDonald Creek. mysteries of the night sky. Telescope viewing is Uncover the mysteries hidden in the mystical 45 minutes 2 hours, easy 2-mile (3.2 km) walk available. Binoculars encouraged. Dependent on cedar-hemlock forest. Ages 8 and older. Apgar Campground Amphitheater Second pullout 0.7 miles north of North Lake weather and sky conditions. 1½ hours, easy 1.5-mile (2.4 km) walk McDonald Road Anytime between 10 pm and midnight Johns Lake trailhead Triple Divide: Heritage and Legacy featuring (Going-to-the-Sun Road 2 miles north of Lake Apgar Visitor Center parking lot (1.5 miles north of the Lake McDonald Lodge on Jack Gladstone McDonald Lodge) the Going-to-the-Sun Road) Explore Native American heritage with the artistic Glacier’s Solar Astronomy stylings of storysmith Jack Gladstone. Listen A Walk Through Time Drop by and take a unique look at the Earth’s to tribal stories, animal legends, and character Enjoy a historical walking tour and unravel the closest star viewed safely through a special portraits woven together through song and story. unique history of the Lake McDonald Lodge and solar telescope. Dependent on weather and sky 45 minutes surrounding area. conditions. Lake McDonald Lodge Auditorium 1 hour, easy 0.25-mile (.4 km) walking tour Anytime between 12 pm and 2 pm Lake McDonald Lodge lakeside entrance Apgar Village Green (Located across from the motels in Apgar Village) St. Mary Valley S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 8:30 am Waterfalls Wonder Hike • • • • 9:00 am Piegan Pass Hike • • • • 10:00 am Boat Trip & Hike to St. Mary Falls • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 11:00 am Sun Point Stroll • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2:00 pm Boat Trip & Hike to St. Mary Falls • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 7:00 pm Blackfeet Singers and Dancers • • • • 7:00 pm Family Program at Rising Sun Campground • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 7:00 pm Family Program at St. Mary Campground • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8:00 pm Native America Speaks • • • • 8:00 pm Rising Sun Campground Evening Talk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8:00 pm St. Mary Campground Evening Talk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 10:00 pm Half the Park Happens After Dark • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Walks & Hikes Children’s Programs Piegan Pass Hike Sun Point Stroll Waterfalls Wonder Hike Children’s programs are designed specifically Join a ranger for an unforgettable trip along Check out the incredible view from Sun Point Discover the splendor of three waterfalls on for families and children. Children must be one of the most spectacular trails in the park. before strolling along St. Mary Lake to Baring this moderate hike along the shore of St. Mary accompanied by an adult while in attendance. This all-day hike climbs 1750 feet to high alpine Falls. Uncover the secrets of the historic chalet Lake. Marvel at the beauty and experience the vistas with views of Piegan Glacier and the Many that sat on Sun Point and follow in the footsteps rejuvenating effect of Baring, St. Mary, and Family Program Glacier valley. Wildflowers abound in this unique of the park’s early visitors on this easy walk. Virginia Falls. You’ll also discover nature’s renewal Learn about Glacier’s wonderful wildlife, geology, geological setting. Upon reaching the pass, hikers Limited parking available at the trailhead. while hiking through areas burned during the history and much more. This is a great opportunity will return on the same trail back to Siyeh Bend. Use of the shuttle is highly recommended. 2015 Reynolds Creek fire. to complete the ranger-led activity required to Note: Depending on trail conditions, hikers might 1.5 hours, easy 2-mile (3.2 km) hike 5 hours, moderate 6-mile (8.9 km) hike earn your Junior Ranger badge! These interactive have to walk on lingering snow and/or might not Sun Point Trailhead Sun Point Trailhead family programs are geared towards kids age be able to reach the pass. 5–12. Inquire at the St. Mary Visitor Center or look 6½ hours, strenuous 9-mile (14.5 km) hike on local bulletin boards for presentation topics. Siyeh Bend trailhead Boat Tours & Hikes Evening Programs 20-30 minutes Boat Trip & Hike to St. Mary Falls Native America Speaks St. Mary and Rising Sun Campground Cruise with a ranger on St. Mary Lake. Take in Gain a new perspective as members of the Amphitheaters Demonstrations spectacular views and learn about Glacier’s ever- Blackfeet tribe share their histories and traditions. Blackfeet Singers and Dancers changing landscape. Take the 3-mile round-trip Non-campers welcome. Join the Blackfeet Singers and Dancers with hike and experience the renewal of life following 45 minutes Astronomy Programs leaders Joe McKay and Ray Croff as they provide the 2015 Reynolds Creek Fire. The burn area is Rising Sun Campground Amphitheater Half the Park Happens After Dark insight into contemporary and traditional fascinating and provides great views of the lake Join an astronomer-in-the-park for a tour of the Blackfeet history and culture through narration but, due to the fire, there is no shade on this hike. Rising Sun Campground Evening Talk heavens and learn why protecting dark skies is so and fancy, jingle, traditional, and grass dance All hikers are strongly encouraged to bring water, Experience a national park tradition by joining a important to all life on our planet. demonstrations. sunscreen, and a hat. Return on a later boat for ranger for an engaging look at the natural and Set up begins at 10 pm, viewing begins at dark Seating is limited. Tickets go on sale the morning the trip back. cultural history of the park. Check bulletin boards and will go until 12:30 am. of the performance and are available at the St. Reservations are highly recommended. Limited for specific topics. St. Mary Visitor Center parking lot Mary Visitor Center Bookstore. $5.00 for adults. same day tickets are available on a walk-up basis. 45 minutes (Offered on clear nights only. To ensure best night Children 12 and under free. Fee: Adults $27.50; Children ages 4-12 $13.75; Rising Sun Campground Amphitheater sky viewing, please arrive before viewing time.) 90 minutes Children ages 3 and under are free. Reservations St. Mary Visitor Center Auditorium can be made online at www.glacierparkboats.com St. Mary Campground Evening Talk (Enter auditorium through side doors near the or by calling (406) 257-2426. Arrive 20 minutes Experience a national park tradition by joining a restrooms) prior to departure at the Rising Sun Boat Dock. ranger for an engaging look at the natural and 3½ hours, boat and hike, moderate 3-mile cultural history of the park. Check bulletin boards (4.8 km) hike for specific topics. Rising Sun Boat Dock 45 minutes (6 miles west of the St. Mary Visitor Center on the St. Mary Campground Amphitheater, Loop C Going-to-the-Sun Road)

Blackfeet Indian Reservation S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1:00 pm Cultural Presentation • • 1:00 pm Native America Speaks - Browning • 8:00 pm Native America Speaks - Babb •

Programs and Demonstrations This season we are expanding our popular Native Cultural Presentation Native America Speaks Native America Speaks America Speaks offerings to include locations Museum of the Plains Indian Blackfeet Heritage Center and Art Gallery Chewing Black Bones Campground on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation. Join us as Join Mary Ellen Little Mustache and experience Join Ernie Heavy Runner for this tour of the center Gain a new perspective as Marvin Weatherwax, members of the Blackfeet Tribe share their cultural Blackfeet Culture through language, games, song to experience authentic Blackfeet and Native of the Blackfeet tribe, shares cultural histories and histories and traditions. and art. American arts, crafts, and culture. traditions of the Blackfeet Nation. A fee is required for admission to the Museum. 45 minutes 45 minutes 45 minutes Blackfeet Heritage Center and Art Gallery in 6.2 miles north of St. Mary Museum of the Plains Indian in Browning Browning

Goat Haunt S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 10:00 am International Peace Park Hike • • • • • • • • 11:15 am Kootenai Lakes Hike • • • • • • • • • • • • 11:15 am Rainbow Falls Hike • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Walks & Hikes International Peace Park Hike Kootenai Lakes Hike Hike with both U.S. National Park Service and Join a ranger for a fast-paced guided hike to Parks Canada staff on this exploration of the beautiful Kootenai Lakes, which lie beneath world’s first International Peace Park. Hike across looming Citadel Peak. There is little elevation gain the international boundary from Waterton to as we hike through mature forest and meadows. Goat Haunt and return to Waterton via boat. Take the 10 am cruise from Waterton, and make The hike includes a boat-trip fee and is limited to arrangements with the boat company to return 35 people. You must pre-register at either the St. on the 2:30 pm boat. Mary Visitor Center in Glacier (406-732-7750) or 3 hours, moderate 6-mile (9.7 km) hike the Waterton Lakes Visitor Information Centre in Goat Haunt Ranger Station Waterton (403-859-5133). Reservations are only accepted for the next scheduled hike. Rainbow Falls Hike 7 hours, moderate 8.5-mile (13.6 km) hike Discover the wonder of water along the powerful Bertha Lake trailhead in Waterton Townsite Waterton River as you join a ranger for an easy walk to Rainbow Falls. Take the 10 am cruise from Waterton, and make arrangements with the boat company to return on the 2:30 pm boat. 2 hours, easy 2-mile (3.2 km) hike Goat Haunt Ranger Station Kootenai Lakes NPS / DAVID RESTIVO Two Medicine S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 9:00 am Boat Trip & Hike to Dawson Pass • • • 9:00 am Cobalt Lake Hike • • • • • • 10:30 am Scenic Point Hike • • • • • 10:30 am She’ll Be Coming Around the Mountain • • • • 11:30 am Aster Park Hike • • • • 11:30 am Boat Trip & Hike to Upper Two Medicine Lake • • • • • • • • • • • • • 7:00 pm Native American Games • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8:00 pm Native America Speaks • • • • • • • • • 8:00 pm Two Medicine Campground Evening Talk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Walks & Hikes Aster Park Hike Cobalt Lake Hike Scenic Point Hike She’ll Be Coming Around the Mountain Take delight in a moderate hike past moose and Walk past waterfalls and through flower-filled Join a ranger for a steadily climbing hike to the Join a ranger on a moderate hike around the beaver ponds to the simple beauty of Aster Falls. meadows to beautiful Cobalt Lake. Climb 1,400 eye-popping views of Scenic Point, over 2,000 base of Rising Wolf Mountain to the peaceful, Then continue sharply upward 670 feet to Aster feet as you hike through a variety of habitats. feet above the trailhead. On the way, you’ll pass open Dry Fork Valley. Enjoy the striking diversity Park Overlook where you can enjoy your lunch 7 hours, strenuous 11.4-mile (18.3 km) hike by krumholz trees, a skeleton forest, and maybe of the backside of the mountain as we find the and the splendid, panoramic views of the Two Two Medicine Campstore even signs or sightings of alpine critters. perfect picnic spot. Explore the streambed and Medicine Valley. 5 hours, strenuous 6 mile (9.7 km) hike flower-filled meadows, looking for an occasional 4 hours, moderate 4-mile (6.4 km) hike Scenic Point trailhead pika and signs of bear, before returning to Two Medicine Campstore the trailhead. This hike may include hiking on lingering snow. 4 hours, moderate 5-mile (8 km) hike North Shore Trailhead (in the Two Medicine Campground near site 100)

Children’s Programs Evening Programs Boat Tours & Hikes Children’s programs are designed specifically Native America Speaks Boat Trip & Hike to Dawson Pass Boat Tour & Hike to Upper Two Medicine for families and children. Children must be Gain a new perspective as members of the This steep and strenuous hike climbs 2,500 feet Lake accompanied by an adult while in attendance. Blackfeet tribe share their histories and traditions. through wind-swept alpine country to spectacular Cruise scenic Two Medicine Lake and join a ranger Non-campers welcome. views from Dawson Pass. This hike may include for a gentle hike to Upper Two Medicine Lake. Native American Games 45 minutes hiking on lingering snow. Pause at Twin Falls and traverse flower-filled Kids, grab your adults and come play Traditional Two Medicine Amphitheater (Loop B, site 40) Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in meadows on your way to the lake. Native American Games that were played (and advance. Limited same day tickets available on a Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in still are!) by Montana’s original inhabitants. These Two Medicine Campground Evening Talk walk-up basis. Fee: Adults $13.75; Children ages advance. Limited same day tickets are available short games are not only fun and stimulating, Experience a national park tradition by joining a 4-12 $6.75; Children ages 3 and under are free. on a walk-up basis. Fee: Adults $13.75; Children but also they teach life skills like observation, ranger for an engaging look at the natural and Arrive 20 minutes prior to departure at the Two ages 4-12 $6.75; Children ages 3 and under are intuition, and cooperation. Games designed for cultural history of the park. Check bulletin boards Medicine Boat Dock. free. Reservations can be made by calling (406) children 5 and older. for specific topics. 7 hours, strenuous, 10.4-mile (16.5 km) hike 257-2426. 20-30 minutes 45 minutes Two Medicine boat dock Arrive 20 minutes prior to departure at the Two Two Medicine Amphitheater (Loop B, site 40) Two Medicine Amphitheater (Loop B, site 40) Medicine Boat Dock. 5 hours, easy, 4.4 miles (7 km) hike Two Medicine boat dock

Many Glacier S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 7:00 am Early Morning Bird Walk • • • 8:30 am Grinnell Glacier Boat Trip and Hike • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8:30 am Iceberg Lake Hike • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 9:00 am Grinnell Valley Boat Trip and Hike • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 9:30 am Wildflower Walk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 10:30 am Where Have All the Glaciers Gone? • • • 2:00 pm Historic Hotel Walking Tour • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 3:30 pm Nature Walk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 6:00 pm Scope It Out (6 pm to 7 pm) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8:00 pm Many Glacier Campground Evening Talk • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8:00 pm Many Glacier Hotel Evening Program • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 8:00 pm Native America Speaks • • • • 8:00 pm Triple Divide: Heritage and Legacy • • • • •

Walks & Hikes Hotel Tours Boat Tours & Hikes Talks & Evening Programs Early Morning Bird Walk Historic Hotel Walking Tour Grinnell Glacier Boat Trip and Hike Many Glacier Campground Evening Talk Identify and listen to the surprising variety of How does a massive wooden hotel survive in this View spectacular scenery, including three of the Experience a national park tradition by joining a songbirds. Bring binoculars and a field guide. harsh environment for 102 years? Join us to learn park’s receding glaciers. Upper sections of the trail ranger for an engaging look at the natural and 3 hours, easy 3-mile (4.8 km) hike about the history, traditions, and restoration of may not be accessible until later in the summer, cultural history of the park. Check bulletin boards Boat dock behind the Many Glacier Hotel the Many Glacier Hotel. due to snow. for specific topics. Non-campers welcome. 1 hour, some walking with stairs Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in 45 minutes Iceberg Lake Hike Many Glacier Hotel Lobby advance. Limited same day tickets are available Many Glacier Campground Amphitheater Discover the treasures of Glacier’s interior on this on a walk-up basis. Fee: Adults $27.50; Children vista-filled hike to a unique cirque where icebergs ages 4-12 $13.75; Children ages 3 and under are Many Glacier Hotel Evening Program linger in the lake much of the summer. May Spotting Scope Programs free. Reservations can be made online at www. Spend an evening discovering the many wonders include walking on snow. Scope It Out glacierparkboats.com or by calling (406) 257- of Glacier National Park in this slide-illustrated 6-7 hours, moderate 10-mile (16 km) hike A Watchable Wildlife Activity 2426. Arrive 20 minutes prior to departure at the program. Check bulletin boards for specific topics. Swiftcurrent Motor Inn porch Use our spotting scopes to scan the slopes for Many Glacier Boat Dock. All park visitors welcome. wildlife as a park ranger answers your questions 8½ hours, strenuous 8-mile (12.9 km) hike 45 minutes Nature Walk about Glacier’s animals. Many Glacier Hotel boat dock. Many Glacier Hotel Lucerne Room Explore the natural world along the way to Wilbur Drop by between 6 pm and 7:30 pm Falls and Fishercap Lake. Swiftcurrent Motor Inn parking lot Grinnell Valley Boat Trip & Hike Native America Speaks 1 hour, easy 1-mile (1.6 km) hike Cruise Swiftcurrent Lake and Lake Josephine Gain a new perspective as members of the Swiftcurrent Motor Inn porch (a ¼-mile walk over a moderate hill is required Blackfeet tribe share their histories and traditions. between the lakes) followed by an optional hike Non-campers welcome. Wildflower Walk to spectacular Grinnell Lake. 45 minutes Explore the trails of Many Glacier as you learn of Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in Many Glacier Campground Amphitheater the diversity and beauty of the area’s wildflowers. advance. Limited same day tickets are available 2 hours, easy 2-mile (3.2 km) hike on a walk-up basis. Fee: Adults $27.50; Children Triple Divide: Heritage and Legacy Grinnell Glacier trailhead in the Many Glacier ages 4-12 $13.75; Children ages 3 and under are Explore the Native American connection to this picnic area free. Reservations can be made online at www. landscape through a multimedia presentation glacierparkboats.com or by calling (406) 257- with original music performed by Blackfeet 2426. Arrive 20 minutes prior to departure at the storysmith, Jack Gladstone. Many Glacier Boat Dock. 60 minutes 3½ hours, easy 2.5-mile (4 km) hike Many Glacier Hotel Lucerne Room Many Glacier Hotel boat dock Where Have All the Glaciers Gone? Join a ranger to learn about the advance and retreat of our namesake glaciers over the years. 45 minutes Mt. Gould and Gem Glacier NPS / TIM RAINS Many Glacier Hotel Lobby