The Hidden Beach In Montana With Clear Waters That Rival The Caribbean
Montana may not have any oceanfront beaches, but some of our lakes have such incredible shorelines, you won’t even miss the salty sea air or the waves of the Atlantic. In fact, on a warm, sunny day, the water at Avalanche Lake rivals anything you’ll see in the Caribbean. Hike the beautiful Avalanche Lake Trail and see for yourself.
The trail is about 5 1/2 miles in its entirety, but it's not overly challenging.
You'll enjoy a gradual climb through old growth cedars and hemlock forest along a flowing river.
The vibrant color will make it stand out.
If you look at the other mountains surrounding the lake, you'll notice a few small waterfalls plunging downward.
Of course, born-and-raised Montanans will take a lakseshore over an ocean beach any day.
This is a popular trail at Glacier, but if you leave early in the day, you should beat the crowds, even in the summertime.
The avalanches helped create today's landscapes -- but these days, it's nice and quiet.
The Avalanche Lake Trail is, without a doubt, extremely rewarding. But if you’re looking for a Glacier National Park hike that’s a little shorter, check out Running Eagle Falls.
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