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Swiftcurrent Lake - Glacier National Park, Babb, Montana
Photo by Rick George
Inset photo by Denny Barnes

   It's easy to see the why this spectacular Glacier National Park setting was chosen for the location of Many Glacier Lodge. The Swiftcurrent Lake, fed with glacial melt, is set against a dramatic granite backdrop. The Garden Wall Ridge is part of Montana's Lewis Range, topped by Mount Gould. Foot-trails follow around the lakeshore to the Grinnell Glacier trailhead and one of the most scenic areas in the park. Lake boats tours can save park visitors Many Glacier Hotel - Glacier National Park, Babb, Montana time and energy, as the trail extends for six miles, with an elevation gain of 1600 feet.
   The Many Glacier Valley site was selected by the Great Northern Railroad president, Louis Hill. The Many Glacier Hotel was completed in 1915, constructed of local materials and built along the main line of the Burlington Northern Railroad. Bridge builders and craftsmen assembled the huge log structure and finished it with the most intricate details. The 240 room Swiss style chalet was Montana's largest hotel for years, and remained a popular resort destination for the Great Northern Railroad.

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