Top-brand gear, clothing—and outdoor adventures! Plus rentals, classes, events, expert advice and more. Visit REI Co-op online and in-store. The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks return to the East River this year after last year's Hudson River launch. Here's everything to know about best places to watch, weather and traffic. Backpacking in Glacier is a perfect way to spend a weekend, or even take an extra day or two and add some miles to the itinerary and make it a long, beautiful, scenic weekend you won’t forget! July Glacier National Park itinerary: where to stay, what to do (rafting, hiking, fishing, Sperry Chalet!), and local tips. 12. Sulphur Mountain, North Cascades National Park 13. Lake Ingalls, Teanaway 14. Colonial Creek Campground to Fourth of July Pass, North Cascades 15. Marmot Pass, Buckhorn Wilderness Backpacking Season: What to Know Why Backpack Early in Washington? Packing Tips for Early Season Backpacking Early Season Backpacking FAQs Early Season These are the most amazing backpacking routes in Glacier National Park, for both first-time backpackers and experts who can pack on the miles. 10 Best National Parks to Visit in July July is peak season for many national parks, with warm weather and fully open trails, but it also means bigger crowds. A showcase of melting glaciers, alpine meadows, carved valleys, and spectacular lakes. With over 700 miles of trails, Glacier is a paradise for adventurous visitors seeking a landscape steeped in human culture. Relive the days of old through historic chalets, lodges, and the famous Going-to-the-Sun Road. Backpacking season in Glacier is relatively short because snow lingers on most high-elevation trails well into July and can fall again by late September. Mid-August gives you your best shot at completing most backcountry trails, though you will contend with some of the heaviest crowds. Looking for the best backpacking in Glacier National Park? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Glacier National Park. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community. Backpacking in Glacier National Park presents a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in pristine wilderness. Popular routes, such as the iconic Highline Trail or the challenging Gunsight Pass trek, offer unparalleled views of alpine meadows, turquoise lakes, and dramatic glacial landscapes. 9. Glacier National Park, MT Glacier National Park is at its best in July, with Going-to-the-Sun Road fully open for jaw-dropping drives and epic hikes. The weather is just right for spotting mountain goats or paddling on a glacier-fed lake. Wildflowers and waterfalls are everywhere. The REI 4th of July sale is a great time to get a deal on hiking, camping, and backpacking essentials. From Gunsight to Ellen Wilson and onto Sperry, we have the best 4 Day Backpacking trips in Glacier National Park. Find the best backpacking trails in Glacier National Park! We have picked the best backpacks in Glacier National Park, including the routes and GPS coordinates. We rounded up five of our favorite backpacking trails in Montana’s Glacier National Park. Cracker Lake has to be one of the prettiest lakes in the country, if not the entire world. The lake is located at the end of a gorgeous canyon and luckily enough, it is home to three backcountry campsites. We have backpacked in July and early August with good luck, even with some heat. We have dreams of making it out to the park in September just after Labor Day when the bridges over the highest creek crossings are still up and the weather and insects start to taper off for the season. Step 3: Decide How Long You Want to be Out. Posted June 29, 2017 by Glacier Guides If the national parks are America’s best idea, then the best way to celebrate America’s independence is in a national park. Call us biased, but we think spending the 4th of July in Glacier National Park can’t be beat! Consequently, here are our favorite ways to enjoy Independence Day in Glacier Country. While I have backpacked over much of this amazing park, that 65-mile trek gave us the definitive grand tour of Glacier, including must-see spots like the Highline Trail, the Ptarmigan Tunnel, the Many Glacier area, and the Garden Wall. Late June to early July is usually when the high elevation trails of ONP melt out. By July 4th it should be clear up to Glacier Meadows
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