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Every Saturday Hike – Scenic Point

Scenic Point Trip

This hike explores the Two Medicine Area, which is a hidden gem in Glacier National Park. The Scenic Point trail is the perfect environment to learn about glaciation, wildlife, park and railroad history, Blackfeet culture, and ecological challenges the park faces. Scenic Point is a moderate to advanced hike of 7.6 miles round trip with an elevation gain and loss of 2,300 feet.

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Pricing

Price: $165/person (10+ yrs)

Other: Glacier National Park Entrance Fee (not included in price)

Guide Tip: Industry rate is 18-20% (not included in price)

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Trip Details

Difficulty: Advanced, 8 miles, 2300 feet in elevation gain

Dates: Saturdays from late June to late September.

Trip Duration: 1 Day

*Reservations required in advance.

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What's Included, What to Bring

What is provided? Interpretive Guide with wilderness first aid and bear management training, van transport, lunch and Vehicle Reservation to Glacier National Park

What should I bring? Day pack to carry water bottle, lunch (provided), camera/phone, binoculars, rain coat, fleece, comfortable hiking shoes and your Glacier National Park Pass. Purchase your pass in advance here.

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Itinerary & Additional Details

Times are approximate. Trips after Labor Day meet an hour later.

7:00 am – 9:00 am: Meet your guide at our West Glacier office at 7:00 am. Your guide will do a quick orientation, check over your gear for the day, and go over last minute details. We will drive Glacier’s southern border along the Middle Fork of the Flathead River, where we go whitewater rafting every day!

9:00 – 11:45 am: We hike up from the valley floor to Scenic Point. As we walk, we’ll learn about glaciation, wildlife, park and railroad history, Blackfeet culture, and ecological challenges the park faces. Our guides are passionate and encyclopedic about Glacier National Park — no matter your level of hiking experience, we promise they’ll teach you something new.

Lunch Break!

11:45am – 12:45 pm: When we get to the top, we’ll relax and enjoy a hearty and homemade trail lunch. Our trail lunches are largely locally and organically sourced, and generally include homemade cookies, fresh fruit and vegetables, chips, and your choice of a turkey, ham, roast beef, or veggie sandwich. Our in house kitchen can accommodate nearly any dietary restriction or preference – just ask! While we eat, we’ll soak in the sweeping views across the mountains and the distant prairie.

12:45 – 4:45 pm: We return along the same route, but you will be amazed by the views you see going down that you didn’t see going up! Your guide will answer any questions that you might have about the park. You’ll end the day knowing more about Glacier National Park than you ever expected. We will stop at the Two Medicine camp store for a restroom break before heading back to our office in West Glacier. Typically, we return to our office around 4:45 pm.

More Scenic Point Info

Reservations required in advance. This trail can be very busy during the middle of the summer.

Meeting Notes: Guests are welcome to check in with us the day prior to departure: 406-387-5555 or info@glacierguides.com. The day of the trip please arrive at our office by 7:00 AM. Trips after Labor Day meet at 8 AM. Click on directions for how to find us.

Trail Closure: Trails in Glacier National Park occasionally close for reasons like weather and wildlife. In the event that the Scenic Point trail is inaccessible on the day in question, we will substitute a similar hike, such as the delightful one to Otokomi Lake.

  • Hiking Testimonial

    I went on a six day hike with four guys and our guide, Maketa. It was amazing. We had a wide range of ages 35-70 and our guide was able to create the perfect trip for all of us. It is an unbelievable park and we were able to optimize our time there because of the expert planning from Maketa. Glacier Guides was helpful throughout the experience and I wouldn’t have had the same trip any other way. Definitely a FIVE STAR rating. Best trip of my life!

    — Andrew Rocca

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    What an amazing experience! Just finished a four day backpacking trip with guide, Jen. Jen was extremely professional and so “in tune” to the group. Her knowledge of the surroundings we walked through was incredible. It’s clear she holds a passion for what she does that really shines through. She went above and beyond to help give me a most memorable first time experience at Glacier. Thank you!

    — Jessica Wolf

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  • Hiking Testimonial

    We did the 3 day backpacking trip with Tom a few weeks ago. It was the BEST experience we could have asked for! We will book again if we get the chance. Unforgettable views and experience. Not to mention the food Tom made with just one little burner was perfect.

    — Ashley Marie

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    Glacier guides was more than I could’ve imagined! My Friends and I did the 5 day glacier challenge and it was amazing! They offer longer hikes and shorter hikes. I thought I would do all the long hikes but I didn’t every day. Every hike you take is absolutely stunning!! definitely do what your body will allow, you’ll still be very satisfied! Best part of the challenge is most certainly the guides… TOM MATELICH is awesome! he is a wonderful leader, cook, guide, absolutely hilarious and all around great guy! ARI MELINGER-COHEN is super chill and very calming to be around, extremely knowledgeable and very caring. MAKETE ROESCH is magical, super helpful and can pretty much answer anything you want to know (especially about bears and flowers). All these guys are seriously the best and when I go back I will 100% be requesting them. Glacier guides couldn’t have made this experience any better! Forever grateful for their guidance and the love they have for this beautiful place!

    — Britney Doe

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  • Hiking Testimonial

    Went on a guided hike to Avalanche Trail yesterday with our guide Tom. Perfect way to experience the Park for the first time. I learned so much about the Park as Tom pointed out many interesting points that I would have not known if I went alone. Enjoyed the company of 5 other guests. Took a van ride about 16 miles in to access the Trail. Tom brought lunches for each and we ate halfway through on the shore of a beautiful lake. I enjoyed asking questions to learn and Tom had the answers. I would highly recommend taking a guided hike with Glacier Guides even if you’ve been to the Park before. Glad I did.

    — Peter Lemp

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