So the official end-of-the-summer travels started the first week of September with a few days at Glacier followed by a few more nights at my Grandparents in Lewistown. Glacier is stunning. It was relaxing and we were there at the perfect time. I think it was the last week that most of the campsites are still open but we missed the peak summer crowd. Our favorite hike was Hidden Lake a total of a 6 mile hike with the middle half made up by “a steep rocky descent” and ascent to and from the lake, well worth it.

Also of high recommendations is Avalanche Lake and the next desire is the loop or Highline Trail I think it was called. One could probably spend a month at Glacier hiking with all the different routes. There are at least 3 entrances to GNP by car and many hikes accessible at each. Thank goodness for the shuttle on the road going to the sun.

In Lewistown, it was wonderful to spend a little quality time with my Grandparents. They took Timo and I to float down Big Creek, a chillingly refreshing experience, we all went on a hike around Crystal Lake and had a lovely dinner at Martin and Oleta’s. We visited the Connection, our favorite boutique in Lewistown, and the owner was so sweet. Her and I had a chat about clothes and fashion and she handed me a souvenir travel-size hand lotion for my trip. Thanks! We also got to sneak a breakfast in with Aunt Georgia before we hit the road. Thank you Georgia. It was a short trip, but I was so glad to spend time with my grandparents and other relatives and see them all alive and well.

Below is a video of Timothy & I on the way up from Hidden Lake; please excuse the poor quality, my camera is really just a camera not a video camera, but isn't the lake amazing?