McPartland Mountain

McPartland Mountain is a summit in the Livingston Range located within Glacier National Park, reaching approximately 8,417 feet in elevation. The peak sits south of Heavens Peak and forms part of the rugged alpine terrain in this mountain range.

The peak was named after Frank McPartland, an eastern Montana worker who was employed at Lake McDonald during the 1890s. He perished in a boating accident, which led to the mountain being named in his memory.

Native American tribes maintained seasonal migration routes across the mountain's terrain, establishing deep connections with the land through generations.

Several hiking trails of varying difficulty levels provide access to or around the peak, with Lake McDonald serving as a logical starting point for most routes. Visitors should prepare for alpine weather conditions and rocky terrain.

The mountain offers distant views of Hidden Lake from particular vantage points and ranks among the middle-elevation peaks in the Livingston Range. This perspective is frequently overlooked by many hikers since reaching these viewpoints requires extended hiking time.

Location: Montana

GPS coordinates: 48.69053,-113.86373

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:41