Glacier National Park, Grinnell Glacier, USA

Kristen Macclenahan

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USA Glacier National Park, Grinnell Glacier

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Located along trailhead on the way to Grinnell Glacier. Beautiful example of an alpine lake. It is also on the way to the foot of the glacier which is worth its own set of photos. Big payoff for the long hike.

Photography Tips

This location can be full of glare. In the AM the sun will be behind you but the sun needs to be high enough to be above the mountains. In the PM you will be looking into the sun.

Travel Information

Parking is at the Grinnell Glacier Trailhead. You then need to hike in (the total distance to the Glacier basin is 11.2 miles). This view is of Grinnell Lake which is about 2/3 of the way in. The trail is moderate to hard and good hiking boots are necessary.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor A decent amount of people

Best Timing Daytime during summer

Sunrise & Sunset 06:00 - 21:02 | current local time: 12:31

Photo Themes Alpine Lakes Mountains

Locations Grinnell Lake Grinnell Glacier

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