Kintla Lake to Bowman Lake

Glacier National Park (USA)

Point to point from Kintla Lake to Bowmn Lake

Hiking Difficult

Distance: 58 km
Ascent: 2 km
Descent: 2 km
Duration: 1 day +

Low Point: 1.2 km
High Point: 2.3 km
Gradient: 18˚

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's very remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done between May and October. From a low point of 1.2 km to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 58 km, 2009 vertical metres of ascent and 2002 vertical metres of descent.

Description

A scenic hike past Kintla Lake up through Bowman pass, past Hole in the Wall, through Brown Pass, and down and around Bowman Lake.

Difficulty

Difficult

Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.

Medium Exposure

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

Little chance of being seen or helped in case of an accident.