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Backcountry Camping
Backcountry camping is allowed almost everywhere in Glacier Bay.
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Backcountry Camping Details
Once you leave Bartlett Cove, you are in the undeveloped wilderness area of the park and camping options are nearly unlimited. However, all campers, front-country or backcountry, must complete a 30-minute camper-orientation program at the visitor center and obtain a free permit if visiting between May and September. Backcountry travelers should check in with NPS staff to obtain a permit, a bear-resistant food container (BRFC), and to learn about areas of the park which may be closed due to animal activity. Food and scented items must be stored in your BRFC. Backcountry campers are asked to follow Leave No Trace practices and advised to be prepared for changing weather and other conditions in the park.
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