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Through lush green parkland and to the top of jagged summits, forge your own path with Moon Glacier National Park. Inside you'll find:Flexible, strategic itineraries, ranging from one day in the park to a week-long road trip, designed for outdoor adventurers, families, road-trippers, and more The top experiences and unique ideas for exploring the park: Hike verdant valleys, trek through fields of alpine wildflowers, and walk beneath frigid waterfalls and over scenic high passes. Go whitewater rafting, cast a line into the Flathead River for wild trout, or hop on a guided horseback ride. Drive or bike the Going-to-Sun-Road, take in views of peaks and glaciers, and spot wild moose or grizzlies roaming the mountainside. Spend a night in a historic lakeside lodge, or set up camp after a day of adventurous backcountry exploringStrategies for getting to Glacier and coverage of gateway cities and townsExpert tips for travelers looking to go hiking, biking, backpacking, fishing, rafting, and more, plus detailed hike descriptions with individual trail maps and backpacking optionsValuable insight from former park guide and Glacier local Becky Lomax on how to avoid crowds and explore Glacier's less-visited areasWhen to go and where to stay inside the park, including hotels, campgrounds, hostels, and RV sitesFull-color, vibrant photos and detailed maps throughoutUp-to-date information on park fees, passes, and reservations, plus essential packing and health and safety information, including how to avoid encounters with grizzlies, mountain lions, and other common wildlifeRecommendations for families, seniors, international visitors, travelers with disabilities, and traveling with petsThorough background on the terrain, culture, and the park's historyWith Moon Glacier National Park's expert advice and insider perspective, you can plan your trip your way.
About the Author
Becky Lomax grew up hiking, camping, and skiing. She soon gained a love for the outdoors and the national parks of Washington. In college, she headed to the Rocky Mountains to work in Glacier National Park, using every spare minute to hike. Later, after she and her husband moved to Montana, she returned to Glacier, serving for a decade as a hiking and backpacking guide.She parlayed her love for exploring national parks into writing about them. She's written magazine stories about national park trails, backpacking, melting glaciers, environmental concerns, and historic places. Her favorite writing adventures have followed biologists into the field to collar bighorn sheep and grizzly bears.
