A glimpse of Swiftcurrent Pass over a lake early in the hike.
A calf pauses on the lakeshore.
The mother moose returns into the forest after grazing in the water.
Red Rock Falls.
Another waterfall along the trail.
Clearings in the forest provide good views along the first few miles of trail.
Looking down the valley back toward Many Glacier.
The gradient is gradual during the first 4 miles of trail.
Bullhead Lake.
The lake is a worthwile destination all its own, especially on a hot day.
This footbridge marks the beginning of the steep climb to Swiftcurrent Pass.
The first good view of a towering waterfall.
Nearing the Waterfall Wall.
View of the lakes while climbing the switchbacks.
One of the switchbacks passes very close to a pair of waterfalls.
The trail is cut along a steep traverse.
The waterfalls tumble from Swiftcurrent Glacier and snowfields high above.
Swiftcurrent Glacier, the Waterfall Wall, and the trail seen from high along the exposed traverse.
Views are incredible the whole way.
A small creek crossing below the waterfalls.
More eyefuls of scenery.
Nearing the pass amid stunted high-elevation forest.
A permanent snowfield and meltwater stream near the pass.
Alpine wildflowers in bloom in July.
Heaven's Peak awaits you at the top of Swiftcurrent Pass.