Glacier National Park hiking guide
Bowman Lake
A 13.5-mile out-and-back with 430 ft of climbing in Goat Haunt, rated moderate.
Key facts
- Length
- 13.5 mi (21.8 km)
- Elevation gain
- 430 ft (131 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Area
- Goat Haunt
- Highest point
- 4,108 ft
- Lowest point
- 4,035 ft
About Bowman Lake
This cross-country route to Bowman Lake is a 12-mile (19.3 km) round trip from the ranger station. After leaving the ranger station, go left at the first junction, then right at the second; several hills on this route can be difficult when icy. The reduced forest canopy from the 1988 burn provides excellent mountain views, and the route leads through forest to a spectacular view at the foot of Bowman Lake. Bowman Lake is popular for canoeing and kayaking; motorized vessels up to 10 horsepower are permitted, and all boats must be inspected for aquatic invasive species prior to launch.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
