Exit Glacier is the most accessible park area. A gravel road at mile 3.7 of the Seward Highway leads 9 miles to the Exit Glacier Ranger Station. The area offers exhibits on the glacier and Harding Icefield, interpretive programs, and hikes. Rangers provide information daily in the summer. An easy 1/2 mile walk will take you to the glacier's terminus: the first 1/4 mile is fully accessible. A steeper trail continues across moraines and bedrock. You may return to the ranger station by a nature trail. Exit Glacier descends 2,500 feet over its nearly 3 mile length. The 3 mile Harding Icefield trail, which follows the glacier's flank to an overlook of the icefield, is day-use only: overnight backpacking is prohibited.
Winter travel to Exit Glacier and the cabin is by cross-country ski, snowmobile, dogsled, or snowshoe. Scenic flights give views of the vast Harding Icefield. Landings can be arranged for day skiing or expeditions.
Passenger Service to Exit Glacier. One of the most accessible glaciers in Alaska. Drive time to the glacier, time spent at the glacier and drive back time from the glacier takes about two hours. If you would like a longer stay that can be arranged. We provide a comfortable ride and advantageous view. There is opportunity to take pictures on the way. No reservations required&.. $10.00 per person round trip. (4 person minimum)$3.00 entrance fee. Call 907-224-2746 http://www.exitglacierguides.com/
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