Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve

Glacier Bay is a paradise for wilderness aficionados.
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.
Map showing location of park.
A map of Glacier Bay showing whale waters regulations and areas affected along with stipulations. Contact the park for precise details of this map 907-697-2230
Whale Waters Update for Glacier Bay Effective August 27, 2025
Glacier Bay announced today that the vessel speed restriction of 13-knots through the water is being removed in Lower Glacier Bay, due to a decrease in the number of humpback whales in the area. In the Lower Bay there is a 20-knot speed limit for all vessels May 15-September 30th annually. The 13-knot speed limit in and around Blue Mouse Cove and Hugh Miller Rocks, implemented on August 21st, will remain in effect. The 10-knot speed limit around Jaw Point, implemented on August 9th, will remain in effect. These updated operating requirements are effective from 5 AM Wednesday August 27thth until further notice.
Cruising Glacier Bay
Photo by NPS / T. VandenBerg
Icebergs, calved from tidewater glaciers are a common sight in Glacier Bay National Park.
Photo by NPS Photo
Pan ice in Tarr Inlet
Photo by NPS Photo / B. Whitehead
Beachcombing Brown Bear
Photo by NPS Photo / C. Behnke
Sheltered waters of Glacier Bay
Photo by NPS Photo
Camping in the Glacier Bay backcountry
Photo by NPS photo