East Arm Glacier Bay
Gustavus, Alaska
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41 :53 hrs
52.4 mi
35 ft
SK V
Sea Kayaking

Glacier Bay National Park is a large wilderness area in southeast Alaska that consists of millions of acres of rugged mountain terrain and protected coastline for visitors to enjoy. The park is one of the most popular destinations in the Inside Passage for padders to explore and the trip options are numerous. The waters here also provide great wildlife viewing opportunity including diverse birdlife, bears, and humpback whales just to name a few. Bartlett Cove is where the headquarters of the park is located and is accessible only by boat and plane. During the summer there is ferry service to the park through the Alaska Marine Highway System. This trip starts from Bartlett Cove and explores the eastern arm of Glacier Bay all the way up to Muir Glacier. There are also some other inlets and glaciers along the route that are very scenic and may be of interest requiring a side trip but be sure to plan additional days out on the water to cover the area. There is an option of being transported by boat further north providing the option of a shorter trip if desired. Be sure to reference and study the tide charts before setting out. There are no established camping areas after leaving Bartlett Cove but camping is permitted anywhere in the park. This paddling trip is long and travels into very remote and rugged area and should only be attempted by experienced backcountry paddlers who are equipped with the appropriate gear.

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