Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve

Updated April 25th, 2022
Alaska glacier tourist lifestyle in Juneau. Famous Mendenhall ice landscape summer travel destination. Cruise ship attraction.
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Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is a 3.3 million acre park located in the southeastern corner of Alaska. The park is home to 16 glaciers, including the largest tidewater glacier in North America. Glacier Bay is also home to a variety of wildlife, including humpback whales, sea lions, and bald eagles. Visitors to the park can enjoy a variety of activities, including kayaking, hiking, and wildlife watching.