Glacier Gorge Trailhead/Alberta Falls in Rocky Mountain National Park

Glacier Gorge Trailhead/Alberta Falls

Alberta Falls is just over a half-mile from the trailhead -- one of the most popular spots in the park.

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Glacier Gorge Trailhead/Alberta Falls Details

The moderate, 2.8-mile hike to Mills Lake begins at the Glacier Gorge trailhead; from the lakeshore you'll enjoy some of the most beautiful views in the park. Alberta Falls is just over a half-mile from the trailhead -- an easy hike to one of the most popular spots in the park. For a less crowded but more strenuous hike, try the 4.3-mile Timberline Falls trail, which passes through the scenic Loch Vale on the way to the waterfall.

Difficulty

Low

Distance

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Estimated time

Region

East Side

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Glacier Gorge Trailhead/Alberta Falls

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Glacier Gorge Trailhead

Alberta Falls is just over a half-mile from the trailhead -- one of the most popular spots in the park.

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Alberta Falls

This short, scenic trail leads to the immensely popular Alberta Falls.

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Black Lake Trail

A crescendo of rivers, waterfalls, and stunning landscapes along the way make the entire hike feel incredibly special.

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A valley with an elevation of 2,790 meters, or 9,154 feet.

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Bear Lake Trailhead

You have your choice of easy or difficult hikes from the Bear Lake Trailhead.