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Gunsight Pass Trail

Backpacking2 days20.5 mi (one-way)

Itinerary

Jackson Glacier Overlook
11.2 mi • 2,700 ft gain
Lake Ellen Wilson
9.3 mi • 1,300 ft gain
Lake McDonald Lodge
Driving directions

How to get a permit

This trip requires a Glacier National Park Wilderness Camping. Reservations depend on your start date:

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Nov 2024 – Apr 2025

Limited number of permits available.

1 option

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In-person reservations

Opens7 days ahead12 AM MT
Closes3 days ahead11:59 PM MT
7 days – 3 days ahead

Permit details

Here is how to fill out the Glacier National Park Wilderness Camping application:

Starting AreaLake McDonald
1s CampsiteELL - Lake Ellen Wilson
Entry PointJackson Glacier Overlook

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