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Forest and Fire Nature Trail
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Forest and Fire Nature Trail
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Welcome to the Forest & Fire Nature Trail. Depending on where you’re from, the word “wildfire” can be letters on a page or... a whole lot more. For some, the word “wildfire” can trigger dramatic and visceral recall of the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the earth on fire. Fire has long had a strong hand in shaping Glacier’s landscape. The following exhibits show and tell the story of fire and forests in Glacier National Park over the last hundred or so years. You are encouraged to consider how that relationship has evolved over time. The parking lot of this trailhead has a series of exhibits about wildfire. Some of them are in the middle of the parking lot and another is nearby at the start of the trail. There is an audio tour of the exhibits that reads and describes the panels, as well as an additional audio stop along the trail. The Forest & Fire Nature Trail itself does not have any exhibits but offers the chance to see the effects of fire for yourself. Forest & Fire Nature Trail Distance: 1.1 mi (1.7 km), loop Trailhead: Camas Road, 0.5 miles east of intersection with North Fork Road While in Glacier National Park, please maintain extra awareness around water, steep dropoffs, and wildlife. You are responsible for your own safety.
Numa Lookout Trailhead
~25 min drive
This trail takes you to one of the (seasonally) staffed fire lookouts in the park. It starts on the shore of Bowman Lake, with the first half remaining relatively flat before gaining elevation. Numa Lookout Distance: 5.7 mi (9.2 km), one way Elevation gain: 3,396 ft (1035 m)…
Demers Ridge
~1 min drive
Challenging 13.68-mile ridge traverse with 3,054 ft elevation gain and alpine views.
Du Hein
~4 min drive
Easy 3-mile walk with minimal elevation gain near Du Hein.
Glacier View Mtn.
~5 min drive
Moderate 5.65-mile climb to alpine views with 1,737 ft elevation gain.
Avalanche Creek
~25 min drive
Home to two of the Glacier's iconic trails, the Avalanche Creek area is one of the most popular and crowded spots in the park. The old growth cedars and hemlock trees are unlike anywhere else in the Glacier. Enjoy the picnic area, a short boardwalk trail, or a moderate hike t…
Kinnimiki Creek
~14 min drive
Moderate creek-side trail with steady elevation gain through Montana backcountry.
Deadhorse-Elelehum
~13 min drive
Scenic 5.5-mile Montana day hike with minimal elevation gain.
Kimmerly Creek
~13 min drive
Steep creek drainage hike with 2,100 ft gain near Kimmerly Creek, Montana.
Forest and Fire Nature Trail Fire Ecology
~0 min drive
This trail is a great place to explore a post-fire environment. Any disturbance—whether that’s a fire, an avalanche, a landslide, or a pest outbreak—resets the ecological clock. The mature trees die, opening the canopy to light and making way for new species to take hold. Grad…
Skookoleel Creek
~14 min drive
Moderate creek-side hike with steady climbing and scenic drainage views.
