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Malaspina Glacier
Malaspina Glacier is the largest piedmont glacier in the world.
Plan Around Malaspina Glacier
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Malaspina Glacier Details
Malaspina Glacier is the largest piedmont glacier in the world. Piedmont glaciers are valley glaciers which spill out onto flat plains (as compared to tidewater glaciers which reach water). The glacier was named after Alessandro Malaspina, an Italian explorer in the service of the Spanish Navy, who first visited the region in 1791. The glacier is up to 2,000 feet thick at points and it spans about 40 miles wide. It is possible for experienced visitors to traverse the glacier on foot as a multi-day backpacking expedition. It is recommended to check in with park staff in advance for most up to date information.
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Nearby Parks Around Malaspina Glacier
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Malaspina Glacier
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31.3 mi away
Ice Bay Kayaking
Kayak along the park's coastline beside larger than life glaciers.
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Mount St. Elias
Mount St. Elias is interestingly the second highest peak in both the United States and Canada.
39.7 mi away
Fish Train Trail
A multi-use trail converted form a historic railroad in the town of Yakutat.
39.9 mi away
Yakutat District Office
Yakutat lies between Wrangell-St. Elias and Glacier Bay National Parks and offers limited visitor services.
40.2 mi away
Yakutat District Ranger Office
The Yakutat District Ranger Office was previously based in the village of Yakutat, but has closed until further notice.
