Distance
~7.5 Miles
Elevation Gain
2,090 Feet
Difficulty
Strenuous
Cost Per Person
$175
Hike Overview
Multiple, July – September: Siyeh Pass Trail allows a unique and unparalleled look into how landscapes change with elevation. This hike uses elevation gain as a lens to understand Glacier National Park. As participants climb, they will move through distinct vegetation zones, observe changing geology, and gain views of alpine glaciers, including Pigeon Glacier, while reflecting on how similar ecological patterns exist beyond national park boundaries.
Siyeh Trail Educational Day Hike
Hike Overview Continued
Educational Interpretation Tour
Multiple, July – September:
Multiple, July – September: Siyeh Pass Trail allows a unique and unparalleled look into how landscapes change with elevation. This hike uses elevation gain as a lens to understand Glacier National Park. As participants climb, they will move through distinct vegetation zones, observe changing geology, and gain views of alpine glaciers, including Pigeon Glacier, while reflecting on how similar ecological patterns exist beyond national park boundaries.
Program Overview:
Primary Educational Theme: How landscapes change with elevation: geology, vegetation zones, ice, and human connections to place.
Turnaround Point: Preston Park
Drive Time: 1.5 hours (3 hours total)
Difficulty: Strenuous (high elevation starting point, roughly 5500, climb over 2000 feet in elevation, exposure to elements)
Duration on Trail: ~5 hours (out-and-back with educational stops)
Trail Distance: 7.5 miles
Trail Elevation Gain: ~2,090 feet
Trail Popularity: Medium to Low Traffic
Targeted Audience: Seasoned Hikers
Major Theme: Following the Flow – How Water Shapes, Connects, and Sustains Glacier’s Living Landscape
Meeting Place: Glacier Institute, 7450 HWY 2 East, Columbia Falls, MT 59912
Food: Please bring a trail lunch, plenty of water and snacks for the day.
Physical Requirements: Total Distance (roundtrip): up to 6 miles / Total elevation gain: 2090 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.
What to Expect On Your Siyeh Trail Day Hike
Siyeh Pass Trail allows a unique and unparalleled look into how landscapes change with elevation. This hike uses elevation gain as a lens to understand Glacier National Park. As participants climb, they will move through distinct vegetation zones, observe changing geology, and gain views of alpine glaciers, including Pigeon Glacier, while reflecting on how similar ecological patterns exist beyond national park boundaries.
* Trails listed are subject to change due to trail closure, weather, trail conditions, or wildlife.
Hike Details
- This Glacier Institute program meets at 7450 HWY 2 East, Columbia Falls.
- The program will begin 7 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. Please arrive 15 minutes early.
- Turnaround Point: Preston Park
- Drive Time: (1.5 hours (3 hours total)
- Difficulty: Strenuous (high elevation starting point, around 5500, over 2000 foot elevation climb, exposure to elements)
- Duration on Trail: ~5 hours
- Trail Distance: 7.5 miles
- Trail Elevation Gain: ~2090 ft
- Trail Popularity: Medium to Low Traffic
- Target Audience: Seasoned Hikers
- On-site parking available.
- There is a maximum number of 13 hikers per trip.
- This program has a minimum guest count of 3 people. In the unlikely case we don’t reach that number, you will be notified prior to the event.
What to Bring
Please remember that weather in NW Montana during all seasons can change quickly from warm and sunny to freezing at any time of the year. We recommend checking the weather prior to your trip. Please also check your course information sheet for specific gear requirements in addition to those listed below.
- Lightweight hiking boots or a sturdy pair of hiking shoes
- 2 liter sized water bottle or Camelback
- Day Pack with plastic bag liner or cover
- Waterproof rain jacket and pants
- Sunhat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellant & lip balm
- Camera (optional)
- Trekking poles, if you like to use them for hiking (optional)
- Binoculars (optional)
- Field Notebook notes and sketches