Red Rock Point
Deep burnt-red rocks contrast against icy glacial turquoise waters at Red Rock Point.
Plan Around Red Rock Point
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Red Rock Point Details
Deep burnt-red rocks contrast against icy glacial turquoise waters at Red Rock Point. A short walk from Going-to-the-Sun Road takes you to where McDonald Creek makes its way through red mudstone. The bright red and coral colors against the clear vibrant water makes for an otherworldly scene — great for photo ops. Like so many stops in Glacier National Park, you just need to look around for amazing mountain views, but here you'll also notice avalanche chutes on the mountainside, where snow roars down the mountains in the winter when the road is closed. In the summer, when avalanche danger doesn't exist, it's a great spot to stretch your legs on the drive to Logan Pass.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Red Rock Point
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1.1 mi away
Avalanche Creek
Avalanche Creek, with its glacier-fed turquoise water and the bright-colored moss and lush foliage on its banks, has an ethereal quality.
1.1 mi away
Trail of the Cedars
This self-guided nature trail takes you through an old-growth cedar forest along a wheelchair accessible boardwalk.
1.2 mi away
Avalanche Campground
Nestled amid old-growth cedar and hemlock trees, Avalanche Campground is one of the park's most popular camping sites.
1.3 mi away
Avalanche Lake Trail
Avalanche Lake is one of the most popular hikes in Glacier National Park.
