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Hermit Trail

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Hermit Trail

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Glacier National Park

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    October 19, 2025

    The Hermit Trail ascends steeply through dense old-growth forest of cedar, hemlock, and fir. The switchbacks take you above treeline to alpine meadows with sweeping views of the Illecillewaet Valley, Mount Sir Donald, and the Rogers Pass area.

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    Hermit Trail to Hermit Campground — Glacier National Park

    8.55km

    04:21

    1,010m

    1,010m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Distance 828 m

    Downhill 210 m

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    Location: Area A (Kicking Horse/Kinbasket Lake), British Columbia, Canada

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