At this time, we will explore the beautiful and pristine Glacier Bay National Park.
Under the jurisdiction and guidance of the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.
Glacier Bay remains a favorite among Alaska visitors. The visitor season is typically from late May through early September. The weather in the summer has an average temperature between 50 degrees and 60 degrees F. There can be rain, so always take that into consideration during your travels.
The American national park is located in Southeast Alaska west of Juneau. President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed the area around Glacier Bay a national monument under the Antiquities Act on February 26, 1925. Wikipedia.
The Glacier Bay National Park encompasses an area: 3,223,384 acres (13,044.57 km2).
Coordinates: 58 degrees 30 minutes N 137 degrees 00 minutes W.
My experience is to have visited Glacier Bay aboard cruise ships. However, you have other options as well. The Park Headquarters, Visitor Information Station and Glacier Bay Lodge are located in Bartlett Cove. It is from here, the Park Rangers would come aboard cruise ships and make presentations. Their professionalism and knowledge is reflected in their skillful interaction with the passengers and crew. The Park Rangers are excellent presenters of information and awareness of their own special relationship with Glacier Bay National Park.
Alternative means of accessing Glacier Bay National Park include the Juneau-Gustavus Ferry. Visitors can arrive to Gustavus along with their bikes, kayaks and even personal vehicles onboard the Ferry Le Conte.
Glacier Bay is receptive to the use of private boats with the appropriate permit. For additional information contact The Gustavus Visitor Association, 907-697-2454 or www.gustavusak.com or www.nps.gov/glba.
The Gallery/slide show of photos of Glacier Bay National Park are being offered for your viewing pleasure courtesy of National Park Service.
The following contains approximately 250 photos of Glacier Bay National Park.
They are presented in increments of fifty photos
