Glacier Basin — Monday, Jul. 8, 2024

Wow!  What a gorgeous day in MRNP!  We had a reservation for 7:00-9:00 and cruised through at 8:15 with one car ahead of us (of course, it’s a Monday). Plenty of parking at the White River campground.  Trail is beautifully maintained, and my 13 year old son and I hiked most of it side by side.  We got to Glacier Basin in just about 80 minutes and took a break for pictures and snacks.  We saw a friendly Narnot here too.  In the way back to the trailhead we detoured at the Emmons Moraine Trail.  Just before crossing the bridge we ran into a group that mentioned the lake.  Lake?  They said go straight instead of right at the top of the switchbacks.  We did, and after a scramble downhill enjoyed some time at the gorgeous turquoise lake.  
A great day!  Total distance was 7.7 miles and we headed home to AC on this hot day.  Highly recommended trail!