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Marmot Meadows
2-3 hours round-trip1.4 miles
This area is located about 1.4 miles up the trail. It offers excellent vantage points looking down over Exit Glacier. It is a great turnaround point if you want views without the full 8.2-mile hike.
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Harding Icefield Trail
The Harding Icefield Trail is a strenuous 8.2-mile round trip. It climbs 3,500 feet above the tree line to a vast expanse of ancient ice.
This hike takes 6 to 8 hours to complete. You will climb roughly 1,000 feet per mile. The route has no water sources or restrooms. Pack plenty of water and high-energy snacks.
Pets and bicycles are strictly prohibited on the trail. July and August are the best months to hike. The access road closes to cars in winter, making the trailhead difficult to reach.
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Top of the Cliffs
4-5 hours round-trip2.4 miles
This viewpoint sits 2.4 miles up the trail. It provides sweeping views of the valley floor and surrounding mountains. Snow often persists just past this point through mid-July. Be prepared for slippery conditions.
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End of Trail (Icefield Viewpoint)
6-8 hours round-trip4.1 miles
The final destination is at the 4.1-mile mark. It reveals a vast horizon of unbroken ice and snow. Dress warmly for high winds and temperature drops at the summit. Stick to the orange flags if you cross snow.
