Glacier National Park hiking guide
Gunsight Pass
A 20.3-mile point-to-point with 3,800 ft of climbing in North Fork, rated extreme.

Key facts
- Length
- 20.3 mi (32.6 km)
- Elevation gain
- 3,800 ft (1,158 m)
- Route type
- Point to point
- Difficulty
- Extreme
- Area
- North Fork
- Horses
- Allowed
- Trip length
- Multi-day
About Gunsight Pass
This trail offers breathtaking views of turquoise lakes, glaciers, and towering mountain peaks. It features Gunsight Lake and Lake Ellen Wilson, with stunning waterfalls and abundant wildlife. The hike includes traversing the Continental Divide and offers a mix of forested areas and alpine landscapes.
Route map
This route was checked by Parka editors.
