St. Mary Falls Trail

St. Mary Falls is a classic Glacier waterfall.

St. Mary Falls is an iconic, double waterfall of clear blue water just above St. Mary Lake. Fires burned through the forest in this area in 2015, meaning the trail has little shade. Because there are a variety of ways to reach St. Mary Falls, please consult a map before setting out. 

The St. Mary Falls trailhead also provides access to Virginia Falls.

These are the three main ways to hike to St. Mary Falls:

Trailhead: St. Mary Falls Shuttle Stop
0.8 mi (1.3 km), one way
Elevation loss: 260 ft (79 m)
 

Trailhead: St. Mary Falls Trailhead
1.2 mi (1.9 km), one way
Elevation loss: 260 ft (79 m)
 

Trailhead: Using concession operated tour boat from Rising Sun, tour fees apply
1.6 mi (2.5 km), one way
Elevation gain: 140 ft (42.5 m)

Virginia Falls

Distance: 1.8 mi (2.9 km), one way
Elevation gain: 359 ft (109 m)
Elevation loss: 335 ft (102 m)
Trailhead: St. Mary Falls Trailhead (Virginia Falls can also be reached from the Sun Point Picnic Area)

While in Glacier National Park, please maintain extra awareness around water, steep dropoffs, and wildlife. You are responsible for your own safety.