Glistening glaciers are the show-stoppers in Glacier Bay National Park, though keep an eye out for spouting whales and meandering bears as you kayak or cruise through this icy park.
This 1-million-acre area is used primarily from February to April, when dog-mushers, snowmobilers, and skiers come to take advantage of the winter solitude and northern lights. BLM maintains 9 winter cabins, which are connected by a network of more than 300 miles of groomed winter trails. Much of the area is too wet to hike through in the summer, but Beaver Creek National Wild River and several short trails offer opportunities for adventure.
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Begin your trip at the BLM office or the Alaska Public Lands Information Center (an interagency office) in Fairbanks, where you can obtain detail ed directions, as well as the latest information on trail and weather conditions. Most summer hiking occurs along the Summit Trail at mile 28, Elliott Highway. Winter access is at mile 28 as well as mile 57, Elliott Highway. BLM is also developing a new access point off U.S. Creek Rd., mile 57, Steese Highway.
Aleutian ChainThis is the place to go for those seeking peace and quiet, as well as unforgettable natural beauty. Take a cruise for an up close and personal view of the surrounding ocean. Request this Free Visitor GuideRequested!You're all set! Complete the form below to receive your guides by mail.
We also have the following visitor guides in Alaska. Click on any additional guides you would like to receive.
Unalaska / Dutch Harbor Aleutian Chain
Unalaska / Dutch Harbor
Aleutian ChainThis is the place to go for those seeking peace and quiet, as well as unforgettable natural beauty. Take a cruise for an up close and personal view of the surrounding ocean. Request this Free Visitor GuideRequested!You're all set! Complete the form below to receive your guides by mail.
We also have visitor guides available in states highlighted in blue below. Click on any state to see what's available.
Alaska
Arizona
California
Canada
Colorado
Idaho
Louisiana
Michigan
Montana
Nevada
New Mexico
Ohio
Oregon
Texas
Utah
Washington
Wyoming
Switch to Mobile Browser Mode
We offer a compact version of Go-Alaska for mobile users, allowing you to access just the information you need on the road. Of course, you can still use the full version of Go-Alaska on your mobile device just as you can on your desktop.
