Parks

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.

Map of whale waters areas in Glacier Bay National Park. For precise details contact the park at 907-697-2230

Whale Waters Update for Glacier Bay Effective October 1, 2026

2026-09-29

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Acting Superintendent Joni Seay announced today that the 13-knot vessel speed limit in Queen Inlet and on the eastern side of Lower Bay whale waters will be removed effective October 1, 2026 at 5AM.

A map depicting whale waters restrictions in Glacier Bay. Contact the Visitor Information Station for precise details 907-697-2230

Whale Waters Update for Glacier Bay Effective August 6, 2026

2026-08-05

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve Acting superintendent Joni Seay announced today a vessel speed limit of 13 knots through the water in Queen Inlet to protect numerous humpback whales that have been feeding in this area.

Whale Waters Restrictions Map effective July 17 2026. Contact the park at 907-697-2230 for precise details of this map or read the news release for these restrictions

Whale Waters Update for Glacier Bay Effective July 17, 2026

2026-07-16

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve announces a vessel speed limit of 13 knots through the water on the eastern side of the Lower Bay designated whale waters, to protect numerous humpback whales that have been feeding in this area. The attached map shows the boundary of the new Whale Waters area. The updated operating requirements are effective from 5 AM Friday July 17th until further notice.

Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve