Bartlett Lake Trail
This relatively flat, out-and-back trail is a great day-long excursion to a more remote destination while still following a marked path.
Plan Around Bartlett Lake Trail
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Bartlett Lake Trail Details
Park at the Visitor Center and walk the 0.25 miles to the Bartlett River Trailhead. Branching off the Bartlett River Trail about 0.75 miles from the trailhead, this primitive trail climbs the glacial moraine, winding its way around boulders and through temperate forest. This rugged day-long excursion promises more solitude than the other Bartlett Cove hikes. Keep an eye out for wildlife, and don't forget to bring food, water, and rain gear. Bartlett Lake is an eight-mile out-and-back trail, so once you reach the lake just re-trace your steps back to your starting point. Alternative: You can also reach this trail from the Towers Road Trailhead outside the park. The first 1.7 miles are open to bicycling on an old railroad bed that historically led to an airport tower beacon. From there, it is 2.9 miles further to reach Bartlett Lake.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
8 miles
Estimated time
7 hours
Region
N/A
Nearby Parks Around Bartlett Lake Trail
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Bartlett Lake Trail
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Bartlett River Trail
This out-and-back trail traverses intertidal, forest, and riparian habitats, providing many wildlife-spotting opportunities.
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Beach Trail
Bird-watching and wildflowers make this a great option for a short walk from the visitor center.
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Glacier Bay Lodge
Glacier Bay Lodge is the only hotel in the park.
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Glacier Bay Lodge
Glacier Bay Lodge offers great indoor rooms as the only hotel accommodation in the park.
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Glacier Bay National Preserve Office and Visitor Center
The Glacier Bay Office and Visitor Center is located on the second floor of Glacier Bay Lodge.
