Fall can be a bit volatile in Montana, especially at Glacier National Park. But somewhere in between the summer sunshine and the first (several) feet of snow, there’s a blissful time period perfect for checking out all the fall foliage in Glacier. October is a fantastic time to go explore the Hidden Lake Overlook.
The Hidden Lake Overlook is located in the Siyeh Bend area of Glacier National Park.
Douglas Towne / Google The trail is just under three miles in length and is ranked as a moderate hike.
The hike begins from the west side of the Logan Pass Visitor Center.
Justin Beers / alltrails.com Look for the signs on the back side of the Visitor Center and proceed from there.
One of the best parts about this trail is that the entire length is open and exposed.
Joy Patterson Giles / alltrails.com This means you’ll be treated to some fantastic views as you trek through these alpine meadows.
This is one of the most popular hikes in the park in the summertime, but like most areas, it slows down quite a bit in the fall.
Samuel Beutler / alltrails.com Sometimes the trail is closed for part of the summer due to grizzly bear activity as well, but thankfully, grizzly sightings are surprisingly uncommon here.
The overlook provides outstanding views of Hidden Lake, which really lives up to its name.
Eva M / alltrails.com The lake is surrounded by three mountain peaks: Bearhat Mountain to the southwest, Clements Mountain to the north, and Reynolds Mountain to the east.
Avoid the potential crowds by leaving early in the morning and beginning not long after sunrise.
Brian Elkins / alltrails.com Not only will it be quieter and more peaceful, but the early morning light makes the landscape glow.
Fall is a fantastic time to visit Glacier National Park, as long as you pay close attention to the weather.
Aly Sicat / Google Hike the Hidden Lake Overlook Trail this month and see for yourself.
Have you ever seen the views from the top of the Hidden Lake Overlook?
Douglas Towne / Google
The trail is just under three miles in length and is ranked as a moderate hike.
Justin Beers / alltrails.com
Look for the signs on the back side of the Visitor Center and proceed from there.
Joy Patterson Giles / alltrails.com
This means you’ll be treated to some fantastic views as you trek through these alpine meadows.
Samuel Beutler / alltrails.com
Sometimes the trail is closed for part of the summer due to grizzly bear activity as well, but thankfully, grizzly sightings are surprisingly uncommon here.
Eva M / alltrails.com
The lake is surrounded by three mountain peaks: Bearhat Mountain to the southwest, Clements Mountain to the north, and Reynolds Mountain to the east.
Brian Elkins / alltrails.com
Not only will it be quieter and more peaceful, but the early morning light makes the landscape glow.
Aly Sicat / Google
Hike the Hidden Lake Overlook Trail this month and see for yourself.
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