Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
06/20/2021
While there is always a lot of water in the area, be prepared for extra if attempting this hike early in the summer. Prepare for unavoidably wet feet at some crossings, such as this one.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
06/20/2021
One crossing in particular in a little dicey in the early season. Hence why there is a permanent balance cable to assist in your crossing.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
06/20/2021
Stream crossing aside, this trail is in a very lush area, meaning the underbrush is quite overgrown. This can mean wet feet and legs in early season. Gaiters are recommended.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
06/20/2021
The waterfalls along this hike aren't terribly large but they are beautiful.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
06/20/2021
One of the greatest joys of hiking in northwest Montana is the stark contrast between brilliantly green foliage and wildflowers, like the iconic white beargrass of the region.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
06/20/2021
Most of the trail is quite obvious and well-worn, but some rocky sections across these talus hillsides can get a little faint.
Amber McDaniel
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06/20/2021
Climbing up to Hall Lake, you can look back and see the end of Swan Lake in the valley below.
Amber McDaniel
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06/20/2021
Hall Lake is quiet, peaceful lake tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the region's more popular trails. It has spectacular and flat campsites all around its shores.
Amber McDaniel
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06/20/2021
One can continue past Hall Lake and keep hiking up the northeast-facing talus slopes to summit Hall Peak to the east of the lake.
Amber McDaniel
Photo Date: 
06/20/2021
Into the clouds we go as we circle around the backside of the mountain to tackle Hall Peak.