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A day that pairs a classic mountain hike with a calm pack-raft float: cross Hungry Horse Dam, climb to Doris Lake, optionally summit Doris Mountain, then drift on clear alpine water. Ideal for hikers who want a varied, active day without technical climbing.
A day that pairs a classic mountain hike with a calm pack-raft float: cross Hungry Horse Dam, climb to Doris Lake, optionally summit Doris Mountain, then drift on clear alpine water. Ideal for hikers who want a varied, active day without technical climbing.
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You pull off U.S. 2 and cross Hungry Horse Dam; concrete stretches and reservoir glass flare under the high-alpine light. The road narrows into a semi-rugged forest drive, then a trailhead appears where boots meet talus and subalpine fir. The route climbs steadily, opening to scree and meadows scented with sage and mountain heather. At Doris Lake, the mountains lean in close; the water dares you to step into its silence and float.
moderate.
5–7 hours.
Moderate endurance and comfort on uneven terrain; able to carry a daypack and paddle for 20–45 minutes.
Expect a steady, moderate climb with some rocky and uneven sections; most groups complete the round trip in 5–7 hours including a short float.
No — guides provide basic instruction and assistance; however, comfortable balance and willingness to paddle for short periods helps.
Guides typically carry the first two pack-rafts for the group; confirm with the operator what other equipment (paddles, PFDs) is provided.
A valid Glacier National Park or local recreation pass may be required for parking or trail access—check with the operator and local land managers before arrival.
Hungry Horse Dam, completed in the 1950s, transformed local river valleys and created the reservoir you’ll drive across; trails in the area follow older logging and ranger routes.
This is an ecologically sensitive alpine basin—use Leave No Trace, clean rafts to prevent aquatic invasive species, and pack out all waste to protect water quality.
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