![]() Reynolds and 8016-foot Heavy Runner Mountain will be on your left.Įven relatively late into the season it's very likely you'll have to cross over a couple of small snowfields as you proceed towards the overlook.Īt just over a mile from the trailhead hikers will reach a small rise, then will pass a couple of small ponds on your left. From here the trail shifts to a more southwesterly course, and begins heading in the direction of 8684-foot Bearhat Mountain. Oberlin.Ī little more than a half-mile from the visitor center, after climbing a series of steps, hikers will reach the end of the first boardwalk section. Standing towards the northwest is 8180-foot Mt. Look towards the north, on your right, for some outstanding views of the Garden Wall (see photo above). Once the snow melts, however, the Hanging Gardens becomes an incredibly beautiful carpet of wildflowers.Īs you proceed upwards during the early portions of this hike, 8760-foot Clements Mountain will dominate the view directly in front of you (see photo on right). The boardwalk helps to keep hikers above the snow, slush, mud and rivulets. At this elevation snow tends to linger around well into the summer. The trail begins as a paved surface, but soon turns into a raised boardwalk after only a short distance. You'll also have the option of using the park's shuttle system throughout the day. If you wish to avoid the crowds I highly recommend starting your hike as early in the morning as possible. Parking can also be an issue during the peak tourist season. You should also expect extreme crowds, as this is one of the most popular hikes in Glacier National Park. At this lofty elevation visitors should normally expect a lot of sun and wind. ![]() The entire length of this hike is completely open and exposed as you proceed through the alpine meadows known as the Hanging Gardens. This trail is more commonly referred to as the Hidden Lake Nature Trail. Once on the back side of the visitor center, after climbing the stairway, stay towards the right and look for the Hanging Gardens Trailhead. The hike to the Hidden Lake Overlook in Glacier National Park begins from the west side of the Logan Pass Visitor Center. ![]() Outstanding views, Alpine meadows, Wildlife Your artwork will ship wrapped in a waterproof cellophane sleeve, in a cardboard envelope so it won't bend in transport.Moon Glacier National Park: Outdoor expert and former park guide Becky Lomax provides in-depth information on hiking, outdoor activities, lodging, camping and trip planning. Please note that monitors may be calibrated differently, so colors may slightly vary on your screen. This piece does not include mat or frame. This painting was made with professional grade Daniel Smith watercolor paint on 100% cotton, acid-free archival quality 300lb cold press watercolor paper. This is an original watercolor painting (not a print) of the view from the lookout at Hidden Lake Lookout in North Cascades National Park.įun fact: Perched on the top of a granite peak just beyond the perimeter of North Cascades National Park, surrounded by 360-degree views of jagged mountain ranges and steep glaciers, there are very few places like Hidden Lake Lookout in the world, let alone just a few hours from a major U.S. ![]()
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