Glacier National Park is home to a wide range of wildlife, including both black bears and grizzlies. Seeing a bear can be exciting, but it's also important to remember that they act on instinct and may cause serious injury to humans if surprised or threatened.

Violent encounters between bears and people don't happen often, but when they do, they usually raise concern for both hikers and wildlife. Many parkgoers worry not just about human safety, but also about what might happen to the animals afterward.

That was the case during a recent incident on a park trail. Here's what happened, and how park officials reassured park fans.

A Hiker Was Injured In A Bear Attack In Glacier National Park

A 34-year-old female hiker had a frightening run-in with a bear while out on the trail near Lake Ja

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