Lake McDonald Boat Tour
2. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
After our hike, we decided to relax while taking a boat tour of Lake McDonald. A park ranger joined our group, offering historical and noteworthy information about the Lake and Park. While on theLue lisää
Avalanche Lake Trail (1 of 3)
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
To start off our last day at Glacier we hiked the Avalanche Lake Trail. Passing along cascades from the Lake, the Trail also offers views of the local landscape.
Avalanche Lake Trail (2 of 3)
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
In addition to views of the landscape, we also saw Argillite rocks, in shades of red and green.
Avalanche Lake
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C
Arriving at Avalanche Lake, we were greeted with an idyllic view of these glacial meltwaters.
Avalanche Lake Trail (3 of 3)
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
A few more pictures from the trail.
East Side of Glacier
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
Before leaving the Park, we decided to see the sights on its east side. Like Waterton Lakes, the abrupt transition of prairie to mountain is a dominant feature here.
Jackson Glacier Overlook
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
Entering through St. Mary, we traveled on the east side of Going-to-the-Sun Road as far as the Jackson Glacier Overlook. Since 1966, the Glacier has experienced a significant decrease in size. InLue lisää
Roadside Viewing
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
Along the Road are several pullouts allowing travelers an opportunity to stop and view prominent features along the roadway. Included among the sights were remnants of the 2015 Reynolds CreekLue lisää
Sunrift Gorge
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
One stop along the Road was Sunrift Gorge. Here, we watched waters from Baring Falls cascade down to St. Mary Lake.
St. Mary Lake (1 of 2)
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
As we made our way back to St. Mary, we drove passed St. Mary Lake. The Lake is the second largest lake in the Park. It's most notable as the setting for the opening scene of "The Shining". GooseLue lisää
St. Mary Lake (2 of 2)
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
A few more views of the Lake.
Blackfeet Indian Reservation
3. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
After leaving the Park, we traveled through the Blackfeet Indian Reservation. A roadside exhibit provides information about the culture and traditions of the tribe. Geologic stratification is aLue lisää
Theodore Roosevelt National Park - South
4. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
Making our way home, we decided to stop at the south unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Buttes are a prominent feature throughout the Park.
Wildlife
4. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
In addition to the Buttes, wildlife are also prominent within the Park, Three separate prairie dog "Towns" line the Park's scenic drive, which also provides ample viewing opportunities of the Park'sLue lisää
Scenic Loop Drive
4. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
A 36-mile loop drive traverses the Park, allowing closer views of the roadside landscape. Although part of the road was closed due to deterioration, we had plenty of other viewing opportunities alongLue lisää
Boicourt Overlook
4. kesäkuuta 2019, Yhdysvallat ⋅ ⛅ 24 °C
From Boicourt Overlook, we could see the Little Missouri Badlands, the most notable landform in North Dakota. From here, we passed a few more roadside features, before continuing on our way out of theLue lisää

















































































