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Edge of the Glacier Trail
This moderate trail gets you close to the blue face of Exit Glacier.
Plan Around Edge of the Glacier Trail
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Edge of the Glacier Trail Details
From the Exit Glacier Nature Center, you can either follow the more direct right side of the Glacier View Loop Trail or take the left side of the loop to a panoramic view. When you reach the trail-side kiosk, turn left and follow the Edge of the Glacier Trail to a closeup view of the wall of vibrant blue ice stretching up to the icefield. Bring water, snacks, and rain gear, and wear sturdy footwear. The trail is 1.2 miles in length one way.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
2.4 miles
Estimated time
30 minutes
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Edge of the Glacier Trail
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Glacier View Trail
This one-mile loop trail offers breathtaking views of Exit Glacier.
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Harding Icefield Trail
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Outwash Plain to the Toe Trail
Although it's a short distance, the hike to the toe of Exit Glacier involves crossing the glacial outwash plain without a distinct trail.
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Exit Glacier Nature Center
The Exit Glacier Nature Center is located close to Exit Glacier and offers visitors expansive information on the park.
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Kenai Fjords National Park
Glaciers, icefields and fjords form the majestic tapestry of Kenai Fjords National Park, located on the Kenai Peninsula of southern Alaska.
