Lake Janet Trail
The spires and peaks that make up Porcupine Ridge in Glacier National Park surround Lake Janet.
Plan Around Lake Janet Trail
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Lake Janet Trail Details
The spires and peaks that make up Porcupine Ridge in Glacier National Park surround Lake Janet and can often be seen in the reflection of its waters on a clear day. The hike to this mountain lake is often quieter than other hikes in the park, in part because of the difficulty of accessing the Goat Haunt trailhead. The Goat Haunt area is often called "the gateway to the northern wilderness of Glacier National Park." From here, you enter a landscape that is not just one of the most stunning in the park, but also one of the most remote. Lake Janet is the first lake you reach as you make your way through the Olson Creek Valley. While the scenery is gorgeous, the lake is lined with vegetation and trees. There isn't a beach or easy lake access. If you continue on the Waterton Lake Trail, you'll see more incredible scenery in the form of towering rocky peaks and Lake Francis another 3.2 miles down the trail. Remember, Glacier is grizzly country. Carry bear spray, make noise and travel in groups. The trailhead is at Goat Haunt, near the Canadian Border.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
3.2 miles
Estimated time
3 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Lake Janet Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Lake Janet Trail
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Lake Francis Trail
If you imagine a backcountry lake in Glacier National Park, it likely would look something like Lake Francis.
0.1 mi away
Goat Haunt Overlook Trail
The Goat Haunt area is known for its rugged beauty and remoteness.
0.1 mi away
Rainbow Falls Trail
This easy hike offers some of the best Glacier has to offer, with only a short walk.
0.1 mi away
Kootenai Lakes
The beautiful water isn't the only attraction for those headed to Kootenai Lakes.
6.6 mi away
Waterton Townsite
Goat Haunt is a launch point for easy day hikes, and long backcountry adventures, but you won't find any services in this area of the park. The closest place to stock up is Waterton Townsite in Canada.
