Guided Fire, Water & Ice Hike in Glacier National Park
See St. Mary Falls and Glacier’s fire-shaped landscape on a guided hike
Duration
8 hours
Includes
Guided interpretation, Shuttle
Highlights
Explore Glacier National Park’s fire, water, and ice-shaped landscapes on a guided hike to St. Mary Falls. Learn how these forces have shaped the forests, watersheds, and mountains around you.
- Start at a scenic overlook of St. Mary Lake near the former Sun Point Chalet site
- Walk through a fire-affected landscape with views of glacially carved mountains
- Pass Baring Falls on the way to St. Mary Falls
- Discover how moving water continues to carve the landscape
- Learn about wildlife, geology, and ecology along the drive and trail
What's Included
- Educational interpretation during the drive and hike
- Shuttle transportation to the trailhead
Important details
- Arrive 15 minutes early
- Ages 10+ only
- Requires hiking 3.5–4 miles with about 700 feet of elevation gain
- Expect the group to stay together at the pace of the lowest hiking ability
- Bring a trail lunch, water, snacks, hiking shoes, a backpack, rain gear, and warm layers
- A Glacier National Park entry pass is required and not included; standard passes cost $20–$35
- Non-US residents age 16+ face an additional $100 per-person fee unless admitted with an Annual or America the Beautiful Pass
- Emergency contact details are required
Cancellation Policy
Receive a full refund when you cancel at least 7 days before the program.
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FAQs
Yes. Purchase a Glacier National Park Entrance Pass before your hike. Standard passes are $20.00–$35.00. Non-US residents (16 and over) must pay an additional $100 per person fee unless admitted with an Annual or America the Beautiful Pass.
No. A vehicle reservation is not required; participation in your Glacier Institute hike acts as your vehicle reservation.
Bring a trail lunch, plenty of water and snacks, comfortable hiking shoes or lightweight hiking boots, a 1–2 liter water bottle (or Camelback), a day pack (with a plastic bag liner or cover), rain gear, and sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen). Weather can change quickly, so pack warm layers.
Meeting details
Glacier Institute - 7450 Highway 2 East, Columbia Falls, MT 59912
