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Best Backpacking Tents

Backpacking tents are designed to be ultralight, easy to pitch and have large enough vestibules for … [Continue Reading]

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Glacier National Park Lodging

Glacier National Park Lodging options are endless, so determining the most ideal for your family … [Continue Reading]

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Best Hiking Poles

Don't destroy your knees - purchase hiking poles. Trekking pole reviews, disadvantages, benefits, … [Continue Reading]

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Weekend Warrior Wednesday – March 5th

Warriors, unite! This week we're taking a trip to Tasmania, then heading back to the Catskills, with … [Continue Reading]

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Latest Gear Reviews

Hydro Flasks: An Ideal Solution for Day Trips

Meet the Hydro Flask When going on a hiking or backpacking trip, having tasty food and beverages out on the trail can make a big difference. From water to … [Read More...]

The Best 4-Person Tents of 2015

Who Needs a Sleeping Bag When You Have a Selk’bag?

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Akokala Lake Hiking Guide

About Akokala Lake Trail Trail Highlights - Pristine views, alpine lake, plentiful wildflowers and wildlife. Roundtrip Length - 11.6 miles Elevation … [Read More...]

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Bowman Lake

If serenity’s what you need, escape to Bowman Lake on the North Fork of the Flathead River for a few nights. Its calm waters mirror the big sky and snowcapped peaks of the Whitefish and Livingston Montana mountain ranges, while the only motors you’ll hear are those of an occasional, distant car, as motor boats […]

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Cobalt Lake Hiking Guide

About Cobalt Lake Trail Trail Highlights — Lake views, mountain vistas, waterfalls, and alpine flora Roundtrip Length — 12 miles Elevation Gain — 1,400 feet Peak Elevation — 6,597 feet Parking Lot — Yes, on North Shore of Two Medicine Lake Difficulty — Moderate Region — Two Medicine Availability of Water — Yes The hike […]

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Hydro Flasks: An Ideal Solution for Day Trips

Meet the Hydro Flask When going on a hiking or backpacking trip, having tasty food and beverages out on the trail can make a big difference. From water to coffee to meals, having nourishment that tastes good can be just as important as the nutritional value that it provides. Nobody likes hot water, cold coffee, […]

The Best 4-Person Tents of 2015

Best 4-Person Tents of 2015 While we’ve already covered the best 2-person tents of 2015, we recognize that many of our readers like to camping with a larger crowd. Whether you’re planning on camping with your family or just a couple of buddies, there are many situations in which a 4-person tent is more suitable […]

Monster Fire Forces Evacuations in Glacier National Park

Reynolds Creek Fire Erupts in Glacier National Park Last month, we wrote about a fire that was threatening Glacier National Park. That fire, the Glacier Rim Fire, covered only about 100 acres before being extinguished in a timely manner, and no damage was done to the park itself. The park is not so lucky this time […]

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Patagonia Rover Lightweight Approach Shoes Review

I just gave the Patagonia Rover Lightweight Approach Shoes a whirl last weekend and I … am in love. But before we delve into the details of my new romance, we should answer a question up front. One that a surprising number of people don’t know the answer to. What is an Approach Shoe? If […]

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Info on Montana's State Flower: The Bitterroot

The bitterroot, voted the Montana State Flower in 1894, perennially sprouts beside snow banks as winter retreats. Its whiteish-pinkish-purple petals are an iconic image of western Montana and Glacier National Park. The bitterroot (Lewisia rediviva) grows from southern British Columbia, along the coast of California, against the Rocky Mountains of Coloraod and into the high-altitude […]

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Asolo TPS 520 GV Review

The Asolo TPS 520 GV Hiking Boots are full-grain leather boots designed to take a beating in the backcountry. While heavy, they are fully waterproof & provide excellent ankle support. No risk of rolling an ankle in these bad boys! Below are video reviews of the Asolo TPS 520 GV Hiking Boots by people who […]

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Kootenay National Park: Wrong Place, Wrong Time

This is a story shared by one of our readers who did not leave his/her name. Thank you for your contribution! On Monday, September 16th 2013, we pulled into the parking lot by the kindersley/sinclair loop trail head. A couple from Montreal asked if they could hike with my buddy and I. We agreed, introduced […]

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Living in Polebridge Montana – 1967-1968

Ever wonder what Polebridge, Montana was like in the late 60s? Steve O’Malley lived and worked there from 1967-68. These are his memories & experiences. It’s quite a lovely story, full of amazing anecdotes. I hope you enjoy! I was born in Long Beach California January 4, 1949. There was a very rare snow storm in Southern […]

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Hiking Hidden Lake Trail in Glacier National Park: Photos & Videos

Hiking Hidden Lake trail in Glacier National Park is an easy afternoon adventure. Read & view user submitted photos & stories from their Hidden Lake hikes

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Perry Rosenbloom is the founder of Glacier National Park Travel Guide. He started the site in 2008 after spending 2 summers working in Glacier. Outside of visitor contributions, he writes every single article based off of his unique experiences and knowledge of Glacier. Learn more about me here.

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