Mt. Brown Lookout Trail
If you are looking for an easy stroll, or a way to simply stretch your legs, this hike is not for you.
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Mt. Brown Lookout Trail Details
If you are looking for an easy stroll, or a way to simply stretch your legs, this hike is not for you. The Mt. Brown Lookout trail gains more than 4,000 feet in about 5 miles, taking you up to almost 7,500 feet. If you are up for the challenge and don't mind a bit of suffering, the views from the top are worth the slog. You'll see a variety of scenery as you climb, including distant views of Lake McDonald. From the top you can look out across the park at towering peaks, which won't seem quite so high after the distance you just climbed. While it's a beautiful view, it's a miserable trip if you aren't in shape for it, so be realistic before you take off. Remember, Glacier is grizzly country. Carry bear spray, make noise and travel in groups. Use the Sperry Chalet Trailhead at Lake McDonald Lodge to access the trail.
Difficulty
High
Distance
5.4 miles
Estimated time
7.5 hours
Region
N/A
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Snyder Lake Trail
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Sperry Chalet Trail
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Fish Lake Trail
This lovely hike takes you through a cedar forest, which changes to pines and firs as you climb.
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Lake McDonald Lodge
Initially known as the Lewis Glacier Hotel, the Lake McDonald Lodge was built in 1913 and is today a National Historic Landmark.
