The Experience
Turquoise Lakes & Glacial Peaks in Montana & Alberta
It’s amazing to consider. Intense glacial pressure carved out the beauty in these two national parks – but “pressure” is the last thing you’ll feel. Catch sight of a bighorn sheep perched on the edge of a bluff. Get in a morning walk through a forest full of red cedar and fir. Journey on Going-to-the-Sun Road and soak up some of the finest views in North America. That road is 50 miles of superlative scenery. There are 62 species of mammals here, from diminutive pygmy shrews to majestic mountain goats, grizzly bears and elk, more than 260 species of birds, 780 miles of trails and 10,000 years of natural history. You’ve got six days and one incredible story to tell. Two national parks, two countries, one phenomenal trip Fantastic hiking in a spellbinding tableau of glacier-carved valleys, broad lakes and majestic peaks The stunning Going-to-the-Sun Road Spot bighorn sheep, mule deer and maybe even a grizzly Panoramic views from the Many Glacier Hotel
Day 1 Fantastic hiking in a spellbinding tableau of glacier-carved valleys, broad lakes and majestic peaks Follow the Trail of the Cedars through a dense forest to turquoise Avalanche Lake Part of the Polar Bear Club? Go for a swim if you dare! Day 2 Stunning Going-to-the-Sun Road, “the most beautiful 50 miles in the world” Marvelous geologic features, including Haystack Butte, embellish the landscape as you hike on the Highline Trail Take in gorgeous panoramic views from Logan Pass, the Continental Divide and the grand Many Glacier Hotel. Days 3-4 Two national parks, two countries In Canada’s Waterton Lakes National Park, follow the Carthew-Alderson Trail, considered one of the best hikes in Alberta The trail leads through numerous botanical life zones and past the austere Forum Peak to the west and Mount Custer to the south Take a break, enjoy the tranquility at Summit Lake and perhaps witness some wildlife Feel like being active or are you ready to relax? It’s up to you! Options include a boat excursion to the northern gateway of Glacier National Park, walking to Kootenay Lake, shopping in Waterton Townsite, or traditional afternoon tea at the Prince of Wales Hotel. Days 5-6 Spot bighorn sheep, mule deer and maybe even a grizzly Icebergs? In lakes? In the summertime? Hike to a lake cold enough to harbor icebergs well into the warmer months After a scenic boat cruise across Two Medicine Lake, trace the narrow trail to Twin Falls.
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The Route
