South Shore Josephine Lake
Glacier National Park, Glacier County, MT
Out-and-back trail in Glacier National Park, Glacier County, MT. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 3.6 mi (5.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 128 ft (39 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 15 min
- High point
- 4,941 ft (1,506 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Trailhead: South Shore Josephine Lake Trailhead 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about South Shore Josephine Lake
How long is South Shore Josephine Lake?
South Shore Josephine Lake is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 15 min. It climbs 128 ft (39 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,941 ft (1,506 m).
How hard is South Shore Josephine Lake?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for South Shore Josephine Lake?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on South Shore Josephine Lake?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is South Shore Josephine Lake shaded?
Mostly shaded (95% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on South Shore Josephine Lake?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on South Shore Josephine Lake?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near South Shore Josephine Lake?
Italian Gardens Ristorante, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from the start. Shop: Gift Shop & Campstore, 1.6 mi (2.6 km).
Is this a good week for South Shore Josephine Lake?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Josephine Walk Glacier National Park · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
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- Feather Plume Cutoff Glacier National Park · Easy · 2.3 mi (3.8 km)
- Grinnell Lake Foot Glacier National Park · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.6 km)
- North Shore Josephine Lake Glacier National Park · Easy · 2.7 mi (4.3 km)
- Swiftcurrent Cutoff Glacier National Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Swiftcurrent Pass Trail Glacier National Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.7 km)
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