Access to Avalanche Lake is from the large parking area at the Avalanche Creek trailhead via the Trail of the Cedars. Even in the off-season, it can be difficult to get a parking spot, so using the free shuttle is an excellent option.

If you are looking for an easier hike that still has tremendous views, this is the perfect route. Not much elevation gain is required, yet there are open vistas for most of the way. Another plus is it's easy to make this route into a loop hike. You could also shorten the length by taking the boat ride across Swiftcurrent Lake or Lake Josephine.

The gentle hike to Grinnell Lake is a great introductory day hike in Glacier National Park. Even though it's almost 7 miles long round-trip, this hike only has a mere 512 feet of elevation gain. You could also make the route shorter by taking a boat ride across Swiftcurrent and Josephine Lakes.

Hidden Lake is one of the most popular day hikes in Glacier National Park for a reason. The hike isn't too difficult, and it features wonderful views and the chance to see wildlife. The hike to Hidden Lake Overlook and the additional trip down to Hidden Lake has it all!

This hike is in the Many Glacier region of Glacier National Park. The trailhead is located at the end of Hwy 3. just past the Swiftcurrent Motor Inn.

Lake McDonald is the largest lake in Glacier National Park, and it greets most visitors shortly after they arrive from the western entrance. This iconic lake is about 10 miles long, over a mile wide, and 472 feet deep, according to Wikipedia.