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Iceberg Lake via Ptarmigan Trail in Glacier National Park

The hike to Iceberg Lake via the Ptarmigan Trail in Glacier National Park offers breathtaking views of Mount Grinnell, Swiftcurrent Mountain, and Mount Wilbur. Along the trail, hikers traverse alpine meadows adorned with vibrant wildflowers and may encounter wildlife such as grizzly bears and moose. The journey culminates at Iceberg Lake, a stunning alpine lake often dotted with floating icebergs, nestled beneath towering cliffs. #Hiking #Mountain #Lake #Cliff #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 19.8 Km
  • Elevation gain: 597 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,875 m
  • Elevation loss: 597 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,491 m
  • Moving time: 4 h 45 m
  • Moving speed: 4.1 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 8.3 Km/h
  • Total time: 6 h 22 m
  • Global speed: 3.1 Km/h

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  • Distance: 19.8 Km
  • Elevation gain: 597 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,875 m
  • Elevation loss: 597 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,491 m
  • Moving time: 4 h 45 m
  • Moving speed: 4.1 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 8.3 Km/h
  • Total time: 6 h 22 m
  • Global speed: 3.1 Km/h

About this trail

Name: Iceberg Lake via Ptarmigan Trail in Glacier National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Many Glacier Hotel, Glacier County, Montana, United States (48.79734 -113.65668)

End: Many Glacier Hotel, Glacier County, Montana, United States (48.79732 -113.65668)

Coordinates: 48.79732 -113.74225 48.82754 -113.65657

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Distance: 19.7 Km • Elevation gain: 599 m • Maximum elevation: 1,875 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

👕UPF 50+ Sun Shirts - Essential protection against the harsh Australian sun during field work
📱Shockproof Phone Cases - Extra protection for your smartphone against drops on rocky terrain
🌧️Rain Jackets - Waterproof jackets for hiking
🗺️Topographic Maps - Detailed maps for hiking and navigation
🔑Heavy Duty Carabiners - Secure gear to the outside of your pack for easy access

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