Saddlebag Glacier Trail

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Features Lake · River/Creek · Views · Waterfall · Wildflowers · Wildlife

There can be high bear activity, hikers should prepare accordingly.

This well-drained, level trail winds its way through stands of cottonwood and spruce trees, and guides the hiker through a small, glaciated valley to the outlet of Saddlebag Lake, Split log bridges at several small stream crossings aide the hiker during high water periods. From the lake outlet, Saddlebag Glacier or some icebergs can sometimes be viewed at the far end of the lake. Mountain goats can often be spotted on the cliffs on either side. This trail can also be mountain biked.

The trail starts in a cottonwood-spruce forest that opens into a glaciated valley.
Bears, mountain goats and other wildlife might be seen on the trail or on nearby cliffs.