Know Before You Go: Weeping Wall In Glacier
What is the Weeping Wall? Great question! The Weeping Wall is another hidden gem tucked in along the Going To The Sun Road. The best part is on your way to Logan Pass you can admire the Weeping Wall and on your way back down to West Glacier, you’ll get to experience the Weeping Wall!
What is the Weeping Wall in Glacier National Park?
The Weeping Wall is a famous landmark along the Going To The Sun Road. Due to its unique geological features. The Weeping Wall is made up of about 100 ft long waterfall wall and “weeps” away snowmelt from both Haystack Butte and The Garden Wall.
What is the best way to experience the Weeping Wall?
You will be passing the Weeping Wall on your way up to Logan Pass, to catch it at its peak during the run off, which is during June and July. Fueled by snowmelt and natural springs so by late Summer, unless following a hard rain, the gush is generally reduced to a weep.
Also keep in mind Going To The Sun Road road is narrow and pull outs are limited and can be tight too. Be mindful of other visitors and do your part to stay out of the way and keep traffic moving.
Where is the Weeping Wall on Going to The Sun Road?
The Weeping Wall is located around the 30 mile mark from West Glacier and just 3 short miles from Logan Pass.
What else is near the Weeping Wall?
There is never a shortage of things to look at when you are in Glacier. You will see Heaven’s Peak, Bird Woman Falls, Big Bend, Triple Arches on the West side and if you continue to venture down the East Side a few of my favorite spots are Jackson Glacier Overlook, Wild Goose Island Overlook and Two Dog Flats.
Ready to tie up your hiking boots and hit a trail? There aren’t any trailheads near the Weeping Wall but you can take on Avalanche Lake before you head up Going To The Sun Road. You could also enjoy some of the scenery on the boardwalk behind Logan Pass Visitor Center or take off on a little hike from the St. Mary Falls Trailhead over to Virginia Falls. For more hikes check out our Local’s Guide to The Best Hikes in Glacier National Park.
Logan Pass
Waiting for you at the top is Logan Pass, standing tall at 6,647 ft and making you feel like you are on top of the world! The Logan Pass Visitor Center is just another great visitor center for you to explore. Filled with a plethora of knowledge from displays to rangers sharing their knowledge. This is also a great place to hit the bathrooms and stretch your legs. You can venture out behind the visitor center, head up the boardwalk and explore. You can hike up to Hidden Lake Overlook if you want, continue down to Hidden Lake or even just take a stroll until you are ready to get back in the car. Here is a great opportunity to see some marmots and maybe even some mountain goats. Always be prepared and keep your eyes peeled for wildlife in Glacier. You never know what you will come across! Check out our Know Before You Go: Logan Pass before embarking on your Glacier National Park adventure!
One great thing about the Weeping Wall is it’s not something you have to take much time our of your day if any to experience and can keep you guys on moving to your next trailhead or next part of your adventure.
Wondering what else to do on your visit to the Weeping Wall?
Add a stop at Glacier Highline to your itinerary—just minutes from West Glacier. Enjoy ziplining, an aerial adventure course, and a bite at the Tower Grill before or after your scenic drive.