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Lake McDonald

The park's largest lake, famous for its rainbow-colored pebbles, with a lovely old lodge and easy walks at Apgar.

Official Website
Photo: David Restivo, National Park Service · Public domain
Open
Open all year, weather permitting
Price
Park entrance fee
Time Needed
2–3 hours
Address
Glacier National Park, West Glacier, MT 59936Google MapsApple Maps
Getting There
At the west end of the road.

Why Go

Come at dawn to see the mountains reflected. The 1913 Lake McDonald Lodge has a big log lobby and old boats that tour the lake. Trail of the Cedars and Avalanche Lake are good, easy walks nearby.

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