3.2M acres
Park Size
792,546
Annual Visitors
10 mi
Trail Miles
N/A
Campsites
About Glacier Bay National Park
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve protects 3.3 million acres of rugged mountains, dynamic glaciers, temperate rainforest, and wild coastlines. The bay itself was entirely glaciated just 250 years ago; today it's a testament to glacial retreat and ecological recovery. Tidewater glaciers calve dramatically into the sea while humpback whales feed in the nutrient-rich waters. Most visitors experience the park from cruise ships, though kayakers and campers can explore its remote wilderness.
Park Highlights
- Margerie Glacier
- Johns Hopkins Glacier
- Bartlett Cove
- Glacier Bay
- Mount Fairweather
- Whale Watching
Activities
Wildlife
Visitor Information
Free
Entrance Fee
Summer
Best Seasons
Visitor Tips
- Most visitors arrive by cruise ship
- Small plane or ferry from Juneau also possible
- No roads connect to park
- Kayaking is incredible but requires planning
Location
Official Resources
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