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Pyramid Peak
Last Updated: December 2025
Type
Glacial Horn (Pyramidal Peak)
Accessibility
Not accessible for mobility-impaired; steep, rugged, trail-less terrain.
Best Season
Late JuneβSeptember
Busiest Season
July and August
Features
Glacial horn, granite summit, alpine setting, distant lake reflections
Elevation
8,240 ft
Overview
About This Attraction
A jagged granite point rises above a rugged alpine basin, visible from distant views along the Going-to-the-Sun Road. The pyramid silhouette anchors the skyline as Glenns Lake reflects the early-morning light. This peak is a textbook glacial horn, carved by ice that devoured the surrounding valleys as glaciers receded. The bedrock here is ancient Belt Supergroup granite, born on the sea floor hundreds of millions of years ago.
Quick Facts
Type
Glacial Horn (Pyramidal Peak)
Elevation
8,240 ft
Access
Not accessible for mobility-impaired; steep, rugged, trail-less terrain.
Main Features
Glacial horn, granite summit, alpine setting, distant lake reflections
What You'll See
Distant Going-to-the-Sun viewpoints; Glenns Lake reflections; jagged summit above talus and alpine vegetation
What Makes It Special
Textbook example of horn formation; 8,200β8,280 ft elevation; 230 m prominence; Belt Supergroup granite
Best Time to Visit
Late June through September; early morning light over Glenns Lake is ideal; roads are typically clear, midday glare is harsh.
Safety Considerations
Gravity hazards on exposed rock; rockfall risk; hypothermia risk in alpine conditions; bears; no safety barriers; bear spray required; travel in groups; map and compass essential; stay on rock and avoid unpredictable ledges
Visitor Tips
- Parking fills very early in peak season; plan very early arrival or consider alternative transport.
- Start from the Camp David Junior Road access on the North Shore of Lake McDonald; expect a long, exposed scramble to the summit.
- Carry bear spray, wear layered clothing, bring a map and compass, and have extra water; traction cleats for late-season snowfields.
- Check weather and wind; conditions can change rapidly at high elevations; hike with a partner.
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