Hidden Lake Overlook Evening Hike

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Distance

3 Miles

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Elevation Gain

550 Feet

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Difficulty

Easy/Moderate

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Cost Per Person

$160

Hike Overview

All Summer Long: Join us for an educational evening hike to Hidden Lake Overlook in Glacier National Park with one of our Outdoor Education Specialists as your guide. As we travel along the Going-to-the-Sun Road, you’ll learn about the park’s fascinating geology and the essential role fire ecology plays in sustaining wildlife habitats.

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Hidden Lake Overlook Evening Hike

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All Summer Long, 12:00pm – 8:00pm

Join us for an educational evening hike to Hidden Lake Overlook in Glacier National Park with one of our Outdoor Education Specialists as your guide. As we travel along the Going-to-the-Sun Road, you’ll learn about the park’s fascinating geology and the essential role fire ecology plays in sustaining wildlife habitats.

At Logan Pass, we’ll embark on a scenic hike through alpine meadows to Hidden Lake, where we’ll discuss high-altitude adaptations, bear safety, and the principles of environmental stewardship. With stunning mountain views and insightful commentary, this tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and educational exploration.

Meeting Place: 7450 HWY 2 East, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 

Food:  Please bring a trail meal, plenty of water and snacks for the evening.

Physical Requirements: Total Distance: up to 3 miles / Total elevation gain: 550 feet

Park Entrance Fees: Participants are responsible for purchasing their park entry passes prior to the course. These can be purchased online at:  https://www.recreation.gov/sitepass/74280.   

Equipment: Most importantly are comfortable hiking shoes, at least 1-2 liter water bottle, backpack, rain gear, hat, and sunscreen. Weather can be varied, especially at the varying elevations of Logan Pass, so please be prepared with appropriate clothing, especially warm layers for potential snow and high winds. Binoculars are very useful, but optional, as well as field guides that interest you.

Hidden Lake Overlook Hike in Glacier National Park

What to Expect On Your Hidden Lake Overlook Evening Hike

At Logan Pass, we’ll embark on a scenic hike through alpine meadows to Hidden Lake, where we’ll discuss high-altitude adaptations, bear safety, and the principles of environmental stewardship. With stunning mountain views and insightful commentary, this tour offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and educational exploration.

* Trails listed are subject to change due to trail closure, weather, trail conditions, or wildlife.

Hike Details

Meeting Place: 7450 HWY 2 East, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 

Food:  Please bring a trail meal, plenty of water and snacks for the evening.

Physical Requirements: Total Distance: up to 3 miles / Total elevation gain: 550 feet

Park Entrance Fees: Participants are responsible for purchasing their park entry passes prior to the course. These can be purchased online at:  https://www.recreation.gov/sitepass/74280.

The Glacier Institute has a 7 day cancellation policy for a full refund with all of our courses.

What to Bring

  • Comfortable Hiking Shoes
  • 1-2 liter Water Bottle
  • Backpack
  • Sleeping bag
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera (optional)
  • Binoculars (optional)
  • Field Notebook with pencils

Download complete checklist here