Trail conditions
Glacier National Park
Whether you’re out for a leisurely hike or a longer adventure, make your trip a safe one by checking the latest conditions.
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Hiking season in Glacier
The snow-free season is short. In May/June, some trails are snowbound or still subject to avalanche risk. In September, snow may start to accumulate at higher elevations. Check in at the Rogers Pass Discovery Centre for seasonal recommendations.
Balu Pass trail restriction
Balu Pass is important grizzly bear habitat. Between July 15 and September 30 annually, hikers on this trail must travel in tight groups that include at least four adults. This minimizes disturbance to bears and helps keep this area open to hikers.
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Fire danger rating
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current fire danger | Low | 21-10-2022: N/A; |
Camping
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illecillewaet campground | Closed for the season. | 07-11-2022: Campground closed.; | Trail details | |
| Loop Brook campground | Closed for the season. | 07-11-2022: Campground closed.; | Trail details | |
| Mount Sir Donald campground | Closed. | 07-11-2022: Campground closed.; | Trail details | |
| Hermit backcountry campsite | Closed for the season. | 07-11-2022: Bridges removed (for winter); | Trail details | |
| Mount Sir Donald backcountry campsite | Closed for the season. | 07-11-2022: Bridges removed (for winter); | Trail details |
Short hikes
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Easy |
1885 Rails Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Loop Brook Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Bear Creek Falls Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Meeting of the Waters Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Rock Garden Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Easy |
Hemlock Grove Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
Day hikes
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Moderate |
Great Glacier Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Bostock Creek Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Avalanche Crest Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Balu Pass Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Moderate |
Asulkan Valley Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
 Difficult |
Hermit Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Mount Sir Donald Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Glacier Crest Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Perley Rock Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Abbott Ridge Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
Multi-day hikes
| Rating | Trail | Condition | Comment | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moderate |
Beaver Valley Trail | Snow covered. | 07-11-2022: Snowbound at higher elevation; | Trail details |
| Difficult |
Bald Hills Trail | Closed. | 07-11-2022: Not recommended; Unmaintained trail; | Trail details |
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