Just returned from there. The trip to Polebridge is worth it just for the bakery! The advice on being in shape is real. See some photos here... Glacier National Park 2012 - a set on Flickr
edit: Oh and get some bear spray when you arrive! We were there 6 days and saw two mama black bear, each with two cubs. Counter Assult is recommended brand.
How was the weather out there? I keep reading that the weather can change in an instant. Some places I have found say its in the 70-80s in the day time and then at night it drops to the 40-50s.
I like to think that I'm in shape, but I know that will change when I start walking up a mountain with a huge pack on my back.
Thanks for the advise, looking forward to going an getting lots of pictures.
Just returned from there. The trip to Polebridge is worth it just for the bakery! The advice on being in shape is real. See some photos here... Glacier National Park 2012 - a set on Flickr
edit: Oh and get some bear spray when you arrive! We were there 6 days and saw two mama black bear, each with two cubs. Counter Assult is recommended brand.
I would agree with the Going-to -the-Sun Road. It is a memorable experience! We were unable to do all of the hiking we wanted to because of the heart problems that surfaced for my father while we were there. My advice would be to get a physical exam before going regardless of what shape you think you are in.
I am heading to Glacier NP at the end of next week. Has any one been there before that may have some advice/tips? Maybe what trail is a must see? We plan on being out there 6-8 days and will be back country camping.
Thanks
How was the weather out there? I keep reading that the weather can change in an instant. Some places I have found say its in the 70-80s in the day time and then at night it drops to the 40-50s.