Here's where to find Alaska's glaciers--the slow-moving rivers of ice that make for some of the state's most beautiful natural attractions

Seeing icy glaciers is a quintessential Alaskan experience. Here are the most popular glaciers and the best ways to see them.

Nov 9, 2023 · Approximately one quarter (4.6 million acres) of Alaska's glaciers exist within national parks. Glaciers require three conditions to form: abundant snowfall, cool summers, …

There are over 650 named glaciers across Alaska. See our recommendations for traveling by land, air, and sea to catch a glimpse of Alaska’s glaciers.

Here are some of the most stunning glaciers in Alaska (and our favorites!) that you shouldn’t miss. 18. Exit Glacier. You can drive to certain glaciers, but only a few are accessible by foot. BUT …

Alaska may have at least 100,000 glaciers, most arrayed in the coastal mountains from British Columbia to the Alaska Peninsula, and in the Alaska Range. Only about 600 have names.

Oct 12, 2022 · Standing in the shimmering glory of a glacier brings joy and awe. Glacier viewing will definitively be an excellent highlight for your Alaskan trip. Get active, rejuvenate yourself, …

Oct 18, 2022 · Here is a lineup of seven legendary Alaska glaciers that can be seen and explored on tours across the state. Some of these icefields are so close you can drive right up to them, …

Jul 19, 2023 · Alaska’s glaciers are a testament to the Earth’s power and beauty, offering unparalleled opportunities for exploration and discovery. From the towering ice walls of Glacier …

Jun 25, 2022 · While there are literally thousands of glaciers to choose from, Alaska is HUGE and largely wilderness. There are still plenty of accessible glaciers to visit though! Some of the …