Mileage: 2 1/4 miles one-way
Elevation: 6900 to 7600 feet
Difficulty: More Difficult
Use Level: Medium
Topographic Map: English Mtn.

Access: At its western end Glacier Lake Trail bisects the Grouse Ridge Trail. The trailhead near Grouse Ridge Campground is the closest Grouse Ridge Trail access point to the junction with Glacier Lake Trail.

Trail Description: From the Grouse Ridge Trail, the trail proceeds east between Sand Ridge and the Black Buttes to Glacier Lake. This deep lake is surrounded by granite, with patches of red fir where there is enough soil to support trees.

A short walk to the north puts you in view of the Five Lakes Basin. Although there is no maintained trail to these lakes, cross-country hiking here is not difficult. You may also make your way cross-country southeast up to a saddle in the Black Buttes and then climb to the top of Black Buttes for a spectacular view from the highest point (8030 feet) in the area.