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Originally Posted by JustJess
do you think someone who doesn't have a lot of camping experience can handle backcountry camping??
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I wouldn't suggest a first backpacking trip there. Glacier can be unforgiving. I'd strongly suggest the Granite Park Chalet, though.
It's an awesome 7 mile hike along the continental divide through some dramatic scenery. You can count on having to chase the mountain goats off of the trail. The chalet provides beds and a kitchen. You must carry in your own food. This chalet is 1/4 mile from where "Night of the Grizzlies" occured. You can sit out on the porch at night with a Bear Ranger and watch grizzlies through a spotting scope. The chalet has changed management since I was there last, but they ought to be easy enough to find on the web. There is also the Sperry Chalet. I've hiked by it, but have never stayed the night.