Virginia Falls and St. Mary Falls in Glacier National Park
The St. Mary and Virginia Falls Trail in Glacier National Park offers a captivating journey through diverse landscapes. Starting near St. Mary Lake, hikers traverse areas affected by past wildfires, providing a unique contrast between new growth and charred remnants. Along the path, the trail meanders alongside the St. Mary River, leading to the impressive St. Mary Falls, where the water cascades over multi-tiered rock formations. Continuing upstream, hikers encounter Virginia Falls, a majestic waterfall plunging over mossy rocks into a lush forested setting. Throughout the hike, panoramic views of surrounding mountains, including Little Chief Mountain, Almost-A-Dog Mountain, and Dusty Star Mountain, enhance the experience. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Lake #River #Waterfall
- Distance: 6.1 Km
- Elevation gain: 231 m
- Maximum elevation: 1,497 m
- Elevation loss: 230 m
- Minimum elevation: 1,378 m
- Moving time: 1 h 44 m
- Moving speed: 3.5 Km/h
- Maximum speed: 5.3 Km/h
- Total time: 1 h 55 m
- Global speed: 3.2 Km/h
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Name: Virginia Falls and St. Mary Falls in Glacier National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
Start: Gunsight Horse Trail Cutoff, Glacier County, Montana, United States (48.67510 -113.60452)
End: Gunsight Horse Trail Cutoff, Glacier County, Montana, United States (48.67515 -113.60450)
Coordinates: 48.66049 -113.61550 48.67516 -113.60433
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Virginia Falls and Saint Mary Falls from Saint Mary Lake in Glacier National Park
United States > Montana > Glacier County
The hike to Virginia and Saint Mary Falls is a delightful adventure for nature lovers! As you meander along the trail, you'll be treated to stunning views of rugged mountains like Little Chief and Dusty Star, while the lush greenery envelops you in a serene atmosphere. The highlight, of course, is witnessing…
Distance: 6.1 Km • Elevation gain: 229 m • Maximum elevation: 1,496 m