Iceberg Ptarmigan Trailhead — Attraction in West Glacier

Completed the hike on 7/15/22. See highlights of the hike on my IG @fungtional. Everything was open when we hiked it and we were pretty lucky because the trail was closed the next day due to bear activity. They usually place signs and rope closures if they ever close the trail. I recommend texting GNPTRAILS to 333111 so the park can send updates about trail closures, especially since internet service is nearly nonexistent at the park.

This was the most scenic hike of the park, imo (we hiked Grinnell, Iceberg Lake, Hidden Lake, and Avalanche Lake (Highline was still closed)). The hike was long, but wasn’t particular difficult, since there wasn’t significant elevation gain. There was quite a bit of snow and snowmelt at the end of the trail, so highly recommend trekking poles and sturdy hiking boots to avoid slipping. It’s definitely worth it to reach the end. Some of the best...

A decently long but easy hike with views most of the hike, leading up to an incredible lake. you'll slowly gain elevation during the 5 mile hike in without encountering any switchbacks. The lake is tucked back into the ridge line and is nestled in an amphitheater of rock. Ice remains here year round and the water is a beautiful blue hue. I'd recommend starting early to beat the heat and the crowds and definitely take a dip into the ice cold lake. Because when else can you say you've umped into a LAKE...

Both Iceberg lake and Ptarmigan tunnel/lake are well worth the hike. We combined the two in one hike and it was a bit much (14+ miles) but we still really enjoyed it. The hike to Iceberg lake is steep at first but then levels off and follows a ridge. It's really beautiful to see the icebergs floating in the lake. Ptarmigan pass is a bit more strenuous with a continuous climb to the lake and then a very steep section of switchbacks to get to the tunnel. We also saw a grizzly along the...