Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
Overview
Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve is managed by National Park Service and is located near Gustavus, Alaska. Covering 3.3 million acres of rugged mountains, dynamic glaciers, temperate rainforest, wild coastlines and deep sheltered fjords, Glacier Bay National Park is a highlight of Alaska's Inside Passage and part of a 25-million acre World Heritage Site—one of the world’s largest international protected areas. From sea to summit, Glacier Bay offers limitless opportunities for adventure and inspiration.
Things to Do at Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve include:
Nearby Activities
- Auto Touring
- Boating
- Camping
- Climbing
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Historic & Cultural Site
- Hunting
- Paddling
- Wildlife Viewing
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve lies west of Juneau, Alaska, and can only be reached by plane or boat. The only road in the area merely connects the small town of Gustavus and its airfield to park headquarters at Bartlett Cove (10 miles). Alaska Airlines provides daily jet service from Juneau to Gustavus in the summer months. Year-round scheduled air service is also provided by a variety of small air taxis and charters. The Alaska Marine Highway ferries also provide regular service from Juneau.
GPS Coordinates: 58.80086700000000, -136.84075799999999
Contact & Resources
Phone: (907) 697-2230
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