Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve

Covering 3.3 million acres of rugged mountains, dynamic glaciers, temperate rainforest, wild coastlines and deep sheltered fjords, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is known as Homeland to the Huna and Yakutat Lingít, and is a highlight of Alaska's Inside Passage. From sea to summit, Glacier Bay offers limitless opportunities for adventure and inspiration.

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Information Upcoming Power Outages in Bartlett Cove

Attention visitors, residents, and workers in Bartlett Cove and the Glacier Bay Park Headquarters area: Be aware of upcoming power outages related to local maintenance work. All lasting from approx. 9 am - 1 pm:...

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Where to stay

Which side of Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve actually saves you drive time — with live rates, not "top-10 from nowhere".

🏕️ In-park & campgrounds

Wake up inside the gate — first light at the trailhead, no morning commute.

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🛏️ Gateway-town hotels

Rooms minutes from the entrance with pools, breakfast and parking.

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🚐 RV & camper vans

Bring the room with you — 63 parks from your own window.

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GETTING THERE

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✈️ Nearest airports

We map the closest regional and major airports for each park we cover in depth.

🚗 Rental cars

A car is essential at most parks — book early for summer and holiday weekends.

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🅿️ Parking & shuttles

Where lots fill by 8 AM and which shuttle skips the stress — see "Know before you go" above.

GUIDED TOURS

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🌅 Sunrise & summit tours

Beat the crowds with a local guide who knows the timing.

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🚤 Signature experiences

Boat, wildlife and scenic tours matched to Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve.

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👪 Family-friendly outings

Easy, kid-approved guided trips with real outfitters.

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