Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Bear grass, one of northwest Montana's most iconic native plants, grows prolifically along the first half of the trail. In late June and July, the blooms are lovely.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
The last few miles of trail lead along an exposed mountainside with gorgeous views off to the left.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
The rock along Triple Divide Trail consists of bright red shale, making for gorgeous contrasting views with the lush green forests and patches of bright white snow.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Even in summer, Triple Divide Pass feels like winter dreamscape.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Triple Divide Pass is still snowy in late June and early July, so be prepared to trek over patches of snow and ice.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Numerous waterfalls gush over the trail in the early season. While the water can be consumed without filtering, be aware that a later season hike will find all these dried up. Do not rely on them for water in August or September.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
The imposing wall of Triple Divide Peak as seen from the pass. Many hikers stop here at the pass or continue on over it to St. Mary Lake on the west side of the park.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Summiting Triple Divide Peak demands comfort on rock because the final summit approach is made entirely of Class IV scrambling with some lower level Class V climbing. For those proficient on rock, roping up is not needed.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Contributor Amber McDaniel mentally preparing to make the final summit scramble.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
The views from the pass are expansive and a sight to behold. Triple Divide Peak is the rock scramble on the left.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
The hoary marmots that live among the rock at Triple Divide Pass can be pretty bold. Don't feed them, and keep an eye on your stuff!
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Take some time to stop along the hike and take in the views of the opposing mountains and Medicine Grizzly Lake in the valley below.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Views on the trail on the return from Triple Divide.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
After ascending from the treeline, Triple Divide Pass opens up on the horizon. The peak shrouded in clouds here is Razoredge Mountain, the precipitous peak to the left of Triple Divide.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Triple Divide Peak as seen from a distance near the beginning of the trail.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Just away from the Cutbank Trailhead, the trail begins slow and flat, meandering through gorgeous fields of wildflowers.
Amber McDaniel
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06/25/2018
Taking one last glance at Triple Divide Peak before returning to the trailhead and going home.