Saint Mary Lake, Going-to-the-Sun Road, Glacier National Park

Here is the second post of Glacier National Park. This is the area around Saint Mary Lake. It is in the eastern portion of the park along the Going-to-the-Sun Road. The Road goes through the park and it is well worth the drive. I wish we would have had more time! The park is, in my opinion, the most beautiful national park. It is so green with lakes, glaciers, steep mountains, clear water, wildlife, flowers, and much more.

Enjoy the photos as always. You should go and visit the park even if you can only drive through. If you would like a print of a certain photo contact me. Most of the images here on my blog you could buy a print of from me. Comment and feast your eyes on the beauty of Glacier National Park.

Saint Mary Lake

Glacier National Park

Saint Mary Lake was almost as smooth as glass when we passed by. The water in the lake is so clear! You can see the rocks on the bottom and the variety of different colors of the rocks. The lake is long and it runs east and west. There are many places to stop and take a look around. 

Saint Mary Lake with mountain in the background, Glacier National Park

East Flattop Mountain, Glacier National Park

9 photo panorama - Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

6 photo panorama - East Flattop Mountain, Glacier National Park

26 photo panorama - Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Rocks in the clear water of Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Wildflowers by Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Wildflowers by Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Tree on the shore of Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Wild Goose Island

Saint Mary Lake (west end), Glacier National Park

Wild Goose Island is a fun place to see. It is small and every inch of it is covered with something green. From the Going-to-the-Sun Road there are many good vantage points. The road makes an arch around the side of the lake and almost does a half circle around the island. Like I said the island is not very big. You would not want to put your summer home on it for sure. Though many people would love to have a home with the view of the area. 

Wild Goose Island and Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

My wife and I in front of Wild Goose Island and Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

7 photo panorama - Wild Goose Island, Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

3 photo panorama - Wild Goose Island, Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Wild Goose Island and Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Wild Goose Island and Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Going-to-the-sun Road and Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

6 photo panorama - Wild Goose Island, Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Baring Creek

Near Saint Mary Lake, Glacier National Park

Near the west side of Saint Mary Lake, Baring Creek flows under the Going-to-the-Sun Road.  It is a beautiful creek. We were not able to explore as much as we would have wanted. We got out for a quick stop. I am still kicking myself for not grabbing my tripod when we got out of the car. I could have done more with it. Many photos would have come out better if I had used my tripod. Even though I didn't have my tripod there are some photos worth looking at.

26 photo panorama - Baring Creek, Glacier National Park

Baring Creek, Glacier National Park

Baring Creek, Glacier National Park

Baring Creek, Glacier National Park

14 photo panorama - Baring Creek, Glacier National Park

6 photo panorama - Baring Creek, Glacier National Park

Baring Creek, Glacier National Park