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Experience the Best Hikes in Glacier National Park with our Naturalist-led Guided Hikes and Tours.
You’ll gain an entirely new outlook on the natural world through our in-depth guided educational hikes and hiking tours. Fall in love with hiking Glacier National Park for the first time or all over again! Our naturalist-led hikes and education programs allow you to make the most of your time in Glacier National Park, leaving you with life-long memories and unbelievable photo opportunities. We also offer private guided hikes and tours of Glacier National Park for families and groups. Enrollment for the Summer 2023 Season is now open. Secure your spot today.
Avalanche Lake Guided Day Hike
Multiple: Avalanche is one of the most popular Glacier National Park hikes! After traveling past the gorgeous Lake McDonald, we will begin our educational hike at the lush Trail of the Cedars trailhead. We will continue climbing along the Avalanche... [READ MORE]
Complete Going-to-the-Sun Road Guided Day Hike
Daily, June - September: This is your complete Going-to-the-Sun Road educational experience! Our day will begin at 8am as we head towards the park entrance in West Glacier. Along the road, we will have chances to stop and learn at such iconic... [READ MORE]
Exploring Glacier Park | 6-Day Guided Hike in August
July 30 - August 4, 2023: During this epic series of guided day hikes, we promise you 6 days of camaraderie, learning, and world-class hiking that you will remember for the rest of your life. Join like-minded adventurers for an exploration of... [READ MORE]
Exploring Glacier Park | 6-Day Guided Hike in September
September 10-15, 2023: During this epic series of guided hikes, we promise you a week of camaraderie, learning, and world-class hiking that you will remember for the rest of your life. Join like-minded adventurers for a weeklong exploration of... [READ MORE]
Exploring Glacier Park | 6-Day Guided Hikes in July
July 16-21, 2023: During this epic series of guided day hikes, we promise you 6 days of camaraderie, learning, and world-class hiking that you will remember for the rest of your life. Join like-minded adventurers for an exploration of the 'Crown... [READ MORE]
Firebrand Pass Guided Day Hike
Multiple:Step into the wild and undisturbed aspen parklands just below the Continental Divide. This outing will appeal to those that wish to get off the beaten path and experience a portion of Glacier that sees very few visitors each year. This... [READ MORE]
Full Moon Snowshoe
January 25 & February 24, 2024: "In every walk with nature one receives far more than they seek." - John Muir. Join the Glacier Institute staff as we bundle up, get our snowshoes ready and practice the simple and fulfilling skill of observation.... [READ MORE]
Hidden Lake Overlook Guided Day Hike
Daily, July - September: Hidden Lake Overlook is one of the must-see hikes in Glacier National Park. This educational hiking Glacier tour will spend time discussing the incredible geology of the area while we hike along the Going-to-the-Sun road... [READ MORE]
Highline Trail Guided Day Hike
Daily, July - September: The Highline is arguably Glacier National Park's most famous trail. Departing from Logan Pass, this trail leads you through some of the most scenic vistas in the lower 48, all while in view of billion-year-old geological... [READ MORE]
Many Glacier Guided Day Hike
The drive to Many Glacier is 3 hours one way.
Multiple: The Many Glacier area of Glacier National Park is the optimal location to learn about the geology that shaped the park and see iconic glaciers for which the park is named. Participants... [READ MORE]
Multiple: The Many Glacier area of Glacier National Park is the optimal location to learn about the geology that shaped the park and see iconic glaciers for which the park is named. Participants... [READ MORE]
Two Medicine Valley Guided Day Hike
Multiple: Join us as we explore the unique natural wonders of the Two Medicine Valley in Glacier National Park. Sinopah Mountain, meaning "kit fox" in Blackfeet, looms above the South Shore trailhead of Two Medicine Lake, a sedimentary monument... [READ MORE]
Winter Snowshoe
Every Tuesday, Thursday, & Saturday Did you know the Flathead Valley can be enjoyed all year long? We invite all ages to bundle up and join Glacier Institute staff for a snowshoeing hike in this glittering winter wonderland. Even in winter, Glacier... [READ MORE]