The northern Swan Range -- home to the Jewel Basin Hiking Area and Alpine Trail No. 7, is the rugged backyard and scenic backdrop of the Flathead Valley. From Inspriation Pass to Columbia Mountain, the northern Swan supports our unique way of life and contributes much to the natural beauty and economic prosperity of the entire Flathead Valley. This website is dedicated to the enjoyment and appreciation of the northern Swan Range. Now is the time to act for the future of the Swan.
North Shore of Flathead Lake and Swan Range. (Keith Hammer photos unless otherwise noted)
The Swan Rangers took outings on the beach and in forests as far flung as Seattle during the week ending November 28, 2020!
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While the Swan Ranger Saturday group outings remain suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, we will get a report out each week with items of interest to folks trying to get outside for some "social distancing" and spirit-calming fresh air.
Keith and Pam hiked the North Shore of Flathead Lake on a sunny, windy day, looking east to the Swan Range (above) and . . .
The big meadow near lower Gildart Creek! (Keith Hammer photo)
Swan Rangers shed their skis and returned to hiking in the warm week ending Saturday, November 21, 2020!
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While the Swan Ranger Saturday group outings remain suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, we will get a report out each week with items of interest to folks trying to get outside for some "social distancing" and spirit-calming fresh air.
Middle Fork Flathead River (Debra Schweitzer photo)
Swan Rangers hiked and skied, coming across fire, water and snow in the week ending Saturday, November 14, 2020!
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While the Swan Ranger Saturday group outings remain suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, we will get a report out each week with items of interest to folks trying to get outside for some "social distancing" and spirit-calming fresh air.
Mountains near West Glacier. (Debra Schweitzer photo)
Swan Rangers hiked along rivers and lakes during the week ending Saturday, November 7, 2020!
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While the Swan Ranger Saturday group outings remain suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, we will get a report out each week with items of interest to folks trying to get outside for some "social distancing" and spirit-calming fresh air.
Bond Falls (Keith Hammer photo)
Swan Rangers saw lots of bear tracks on their hikes during the week ending Saturday, October 31, 2020!
It is big game hunting season, so keep your bear spray handy and be extra careful not to stumble upon game or gut piles left behind by hunters. There may be a very defensive bear feeding on it! Ravens ganging up in one area can be a sign there is dead meat nearby - and they may not be the only ones at the party!
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While the Swan Ranger Saturday group outings remain suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, we will get a report out each week with items of interest to folks trying to get outside for some "social distancing" and spirit-calming fresh air.
A great photo of Avalanche Lake by Debra Schweitzer!
Swan Rangers encountered snow and arctic air late in the week ending Saturday, October 24, 2020!
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While the Swan Ranger Saturday group outings remain suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, we will get a report out each week with items of interest to folks trying to get outside for some "social distancing" and spirit-calming fresh air.
View of Flathead Lake from the Phillips Trail. (Keith Hammer photo)
Swan Rangers hiked conditions quickly turning from Fall into Winter in the week ending October 17, 2020!
Big game rifle season starts Saturday, October 24, so it's time to wear those bright colors while hiking!
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While the Swan Ranger Saturday group outings remain suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, we will get a report out each week with items of interest to folks trying to get outside for some "social distancing" and spirit-calming fresh air.
A view of the Swan Range from Herron Park. (Pat Jaquith photo)
Swan Rangers scattered across the landscape like autumn leaves during their hikes the week ending October 10, 2020!
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While the Swan Ranger Saturday group outings remain suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, we will get a report out each week with items of interest to folks trying to get outside for some "social distancing" and spirit-calming fresh air.
Pat Jaquith and Roger hiked Herron Park, where Pat took the photo above.
Clouds over Mud, Echo, Flathead Lakes. (Keith Hammer photo)
Swan Rangers enjoyed hiking in warm weather in the week ending Saturday, October 3, 2020!
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While the Swan Ranger Saturday group outings remain suspended until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic, we will get a report out each week with items of interest to folks trying to get outside for some "social distancing" and spirit-calming fresh air.