National Park & Preserve · Alaska · AK
Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve
Covering 3.3 million acres of rugged mountains, dynamic glaciers, temperate rainforest, wild coastlines and deep sheltered fjords, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is known as Homeland to the Huna and Yakutat Lingít, and is a highlight of Alaska's Inside Passage. From sea to summit, Glacier Bay offers limitless opportunities for adventure and inspiration.
Location
58.8009, -136.8408
Key trails & viewpoints
Hike the Trails at Bartlett Cove
Bartlett Cove has the only developed trails in the park. The forests and shorelines offer great hiking opportunities through a beautiful setting and a chance to see all manner of wildlife. Spend some time, stretch your legs, and discover the wonders of the park!
Hours & fees
Glacier Bay Operating Hours and Seasons
There are no entrance gates at Glacier Bay National Park, so we are technically open 24-hours a day; however, services may be extremely limited depending on the time of your visit. The main visitor season is from late-May through early-September with the peak being the month of July. Check the VISITOR CENTERS tab below to see hours for specific facilities, and read the exceptions that detail seasonal changes in hours.
| Monday | All Day |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | All Day |
| Wednesday | All Day |
| Thursday | All Day |
| Friday | All Day |
| Saturday | All Day |
| Sunday | All Day |
Glacier Bay Visitor Center Desk Hours
Located on the second floor of Glacier Bay Lodge in Bartlett Cove, 10 miles from Gustavus. Staffed daily in summer with park rangers. Stop by for exhibits, park information, trip planning, bookstore, reading area, hydrophone kiosk, interpretive programs, park films, brochures, and much more.
| Monday | 11:00AM - 5:30PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00AM - 5:30PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00AM - 5:30PM |
| Thursday | 11:00AM - 5:30PM |
| Friday | 11:00AM - 5:30PM |
| Saturday | 11:00AM - 5:30PM |
| Sunday | 11:00AM - 5:30PM |
Visitor Information Station (VIS) Hours
Located near the head of the public-use dock in Bartlett Cove, 10 miles from Gustavus. The "VIS" provides trip planning information, boating and camping permits, and offers boater/camper orientation sessions for visitors heading into the wild backcountry of Glacier Bay. Stop by and meet a park ranger.
| Monday | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
No entrance fee is charged at this park.
Activities
- Arts and Culture
- Cultural Demonstrations
- Auto and ATV
- ATV Off-Roading
- Boating
- Motorized Boating
- Boat Tour
- Camping
- Backcountry Camping
- Canoe or Kayak Camping
- Car or Front Country Camping
- Climbing
- Mountain Climbing
- Fishing
- Food
- Flying
- Guided Tours
- Boat Tour
- Hiking
- Front-Country Hiking
- Hunting and Gathering
- Hunting
- Paddling
- Kayaking
- Whitewater Rafting
- Junior Ranger Program
- Wildlife Watching
- Birdwatching
- Park Film
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store