Glacier National Park hiking guide
Virginia Falls Viewpoint
A 0.1-mile loop with 130 ft of climbing in Rising Sun, rated easy.
Key facts
- Length
- 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
- Elevation gain
- 130 ft (40 m)
- Route type
- Loop
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Area
- Rising Sun
About Virginia Falls Viewpoint
This viewpoint provides views of several waterfalls in the St. Mary Valley, including St. Mary Falls and Virginia Falls (also reachable in combination with Baring Falls). Access is from the St. Mary Falls pullout along the south side of Going-to-the-Sun Road. The route passes through forested areas as well as sections opened up by the Reynolds Creek Fire (2015), offering mountain vistas and opportunities to see wildlife. Visitors should note parking can be limited and the shuttle is recommended to reach this location.
