Hidden Lake (Flathead County, Montana)
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Hidden Lake is located in Glacier National Park, in the
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. The lake is surrounded by several peaks, including
Bearhat Mountain Bearhat Mountain () is located in the Lewis Range, Glacier National Park in the U.S. state of Montana. Bearhat Mountain is immediately west of Hidden Lake. The mountain was named after a Kootenai Native American, and was officially adopted by t ...
to the southwest, Dragons Tail to the south, Clements Mountain to the north, and Reynolds Mountain to the east. It is a popular destination for hikers, with the Hidden Lake Overlook Trail leading to the lake.


Location and Features

Hidden Lake is situated in Glacier National Park, Flathead County, Montana, US. The lake is 1.4 miles (2.25 km) long and 0.40 miles (0.64 km) wide, with a surface elevation of 6,375 feet (1,943 m). The primary outflow from the lake is Hidden Creek.


Hidden Lake Overlook Trail

The Hidden Lake Overlook Trail is a 2.7-mile out-and-back trail that provides visitors an opportunity to experience the beauty of Hidden Lake. The trail starts at the
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and is suitable for individuals of all fitness levels. As the trail ascends in elevation, hikers are treated to mesmerizing views of the landscape, including a meadow known as the Hanging Gardens where
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bloom and
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is abundant.


Wildlife

Hidden Lake Overlook Trail offers a diverse range of wildlife. The trail serves as a migration route for several wild creatures.
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and
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are commonly spotted along the trail.
Bears Bears are carnivoran mammals of the family Ursidae (). They are classified as caniforms, or doglike carnivorans. Although only eight species of bears are extant, they are widespread, appearing in a wide variety of habitats throughout most o ...
also frequent this area, and hikers are advised to be vigilant when they come across signs of bear activity such as claw marks or footprints.


See also

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References

Lakes of Glacier National Park (U.S.) Lakes of Flathead County, Montana Going-to-the-Sun Road {{FlatheadCountyMT-geo-stub