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Operating HoursGlacier Bay National Park is open year-round; however, services are very limited during the winter months.
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Glacier Bay National Park Points of Interest & Stops
Browse points of interest in Glacier Bay National Park, including overlooks, trailheads, waterfalls, visitor centers, and other stops that help shape a stronger park itinerary.
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Fees & ReservationsGlacier Bay National Park is free to enter, and there are no fees to camp.
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When to VisitGlacier Bay National Park is open year-round, however services are very limited in winter months.
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Glacier Bay LodgeGlacier Bay Lodge offers great indoor rooms as the only hotel accommodation in the park.
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Cell Phone ServiceThere is no cell phone reception within the park, but there is service in the closest town, Gustavus.
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Backcountry InformationThe park offers endless possibilities for backcountry travel.
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SafetyVisitors should be aware of -- and prepared for -- the safety risks in this spectacular but unforgiving land.
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PetsPets are allowed in Glacier Bay National Park, but only in a few specific areas and never unattended.
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AccessiblityBoats help make much of Glacier Bay National Park accessible to everyone.
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HikingHike the trails from Bartlett Cove or head out on a remote off-trail hike in the park's vast wilderness.
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BackpackingAdventurous and experienced backpackers can explore the park's relatively untouched wilderness.
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FishingGlacier Bay offers sport-fishing opportunities for a variety of species in both saltwater and freshwater.
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ToursYou can enjoy Glacier Bay as a part of a boat tour that operates daily during the summer.
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Wildlife ViewingGlacier Bay National Park offers almost unparalleled wildlife viewing opportunities.
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CampingCamping is free in the park, but requires a permit and attendance at a camping orientation led by park rangers.
Learn About the Park
OverviewMost people who have experienced Alaska's Inside Passage have done so from the deck of a cruise ship: a visit to Glacier Bay National Park can get you off the shore and exploring 3.3 million acres of mountains, glaciers, temperate rainforest, and fjords.
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Kid Friendly OptionsChildren can participate in ranger-led programs, family-oriented tours, and the park's Junior Ranger Program.
