USA Hidden Lake Overlook, Glacier National Park

The hike to the Hidden Lake Overlook in Glacier National Park begins from the west side of the Logan Pass Visitor Center. Once on the back side of the visitor center, after climbing the stairway, stay towards the right and look for the Hanging Gardens Trailhead. This trail is more commonly referred to as the Hidden Lake Nature Trail.
The entire length of this hike is completely open and exposed as you proceed through the alpine meadows known as the Hanging Gardens. At this lofty elevation visitors should normally expect a lot of sun and wind. You should also expect extreme crowds, as this is one of the most popular hikes in Glacier National Park. Parking can also be an issue during the peak tourist season. If you wish to avoid the crowds I highly recommend starting your hike as early in the morning as possible. You'll also have the option of using the park's shuttle system throughout the day.

Bring a 10-20mm lens to capture the entire location

Parking is at Logan Pass visitor center and will take around 1 hour to hike up from the parking lot to the overlook. It is not uncommon for the trail to be closed due to bear activity so keep this in mind when planning your trip.