Trails in Kenai Fjords National Park

Aialik Public Use Cabin Trail

about 20 ft of climbing · 28 ft–52 ft · native surface · hiking · seasonal: Winter seasonal closure

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Campground Access Trail

0.4 mi one way · 394 ft–408 ft · native surface · hiking · seasonal: Winter seasonal closure

Shelters

Along the way Campground Picnic Shelter/Food Storage

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Easement Route

10 mi one way · about 4,400 ft of climbing · 4 ft–2,029 ft · native surface · hiking · seasonal: Winter seasonal closure

Backcountry camps

Along the way 24 Hour Public Camping Easement 24 Hour Public Camping Easement 24 Hour Public Camping Easement 24 Hour Public Camping Easement 24 Hour Public Camping Easement 24 Hour Public Camping Easement 24 Hour Public Camping Easement 24 Hour Public Camping Easement DESI01

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Edge of Glacier Trail

0.2 mi one way · 40 ft of descent · 455 ft–488 ft · gravel surface · hiking

Trailhead Harding Icefield Trailhead 492 ft Drive there

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Exit Glacier Main Trail

0.1 mi one way · about 10 ft of climbing · 472 ft–485 ft · gravel surface · hiking

Shelters

Along the way EG Interp Pavilion

Trailhead Harding Icefield Trailhead 492 ft Drive there

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Exit Glacier Paved Trail

0.3 mi one way · about 40 ft of climbing · 457 ft–479 ft · asphalt surface · hiking

SheltersPicnic areasVisitor centers

Along the way Exit Glacier Picnic Area Education Pavilion EG Interp Pavilion Picnic Shelter/Warming Hut Nature Center

Trailhead Exit Glacier Trailhead 451 ft Drive there

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Glacier Spur Trail

0.1 mi one way · 594 ft–596 ft · gravel surface · hiking

Views

Along the way Glacier Overlook

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Glacier View Trail

0.6 mi one way · about 50 ft of climbing · 100 ft of descent · 434 ft–504 ft · native surface · hiking · seasonal: Winter seasonal closure

SheltersVisitor centers

Along the way Education Pavilion EG Interp Pavilion Picnic Shelter/Warming Hut Nature Center

Trailhead Exit Glacier Trailhead 451 ft Drive there

Explore the Exit Glacier area in a couple of hours the Park Service's write-up

no dogs · Spring, Summer, Fall

Would you like to explore the Exit Glacier area, and only have a couple of hours? Here are a few things you might consider doing.

Visit the Exit Glacier Nature Center: The Exit Glacier Nature Center is open from Memorial Day though Labor day. Inside are displays about the Exit Glacier Area, wildlife, and glaciers! Rangers are available if you have any questions. 30 minutes - 1 hour

Hike the Lower Trails: The lower trails offer some excellent views of Exit Glacier, as they follow the years of it's retreat. The first section of the lower trails is an accessible trail. It is packed gravel and dirt, and 3 feet wide. The second section goes up a slightly steeper elevation, with more narrow trail areas. The trail ends at a glacier overlook where Exit Glacier was in 2010. 1-2 hours

Pets Pets are not allowed on the trails in the Exit Glacier Area unless they are service animals.

Accessibility The first half of the lower trail section is 3 feet wide. It is packed dirt and gravel. The second half of the lower trail increases 300 feet in elevation, and the trail is narrow and unpacked. There is an accessible bathroom located near the Exit Glacier Nature Center.

This hike on nps.gov

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Harding Icefield Trail

4.1 mi one way · about 3,100 ft of climbing · 493 ft–3,555 ft · native surface · hiking

Views

Along the way Harding Icefield Overlook Top of the Cliffs Overlook

Trailhead Harding Icefield Trailhead 492 ft Drive there

Hike the Harding Icefield Trail the Park Service's write-up

6-8 Hours · no dogs · Summer, Fall

Start Exit Glacier Area

Ranger Recommendation

Keep your eyes open! Stops along the way at Marmot Meadows (1.4 miles) and Top of the Cliff (2.4 miles) provide scenic vistas to take a break during your journey or turn around for a shorter hike. Watch for wildlife throughout your hike, as bears, mountain goats, hoary marmots, and others, have all been seen from the trail.

Be prepared! Check on trail conditions before starting out - the upper portion of the trail is often covered with snow through early July, and there may be avalanche danger. Be prepared for storms, high winds, intense sunlight, and sudden temperature changes. Bring warm clothes, rain gear, sturdy footwear, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Carry plenty of water (at least 2 liters per person).

Stay on the trail. Alpine vegetation is extremely fragile. Careless hikers who cut switchbacks, along with frequent summer rains, cause tremendous erosion. Volunteers help restore and maintain this trail every year. Please respect their hard work by sticking to the trail.

Accessibility The trail ascends steeply over the 4.1 miles, gaining around 3500' of elevation. The surface can be muddy, slippery, rocky and include snow and ice depending on the time of year. Though pets are prohibited on this trail, service animals are able to accompany visitors.

This hike on nps.gov

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Holgate Public Use Cabin Trail

about 20 ft of climbing · 31 ft–49 ft · native surface · hiking · seasonal: Winter seasonal closure

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Lower Loop Trail

0.1 mi one way · about 20 ft of climbing · 40 ft of descent · 453 ft–596 ft · gravel surface · hiking

Trailhead Harding Icefield Trailhead 492 ft Drive there

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Side of Glacier Trail

0.1 mi one way · about 10 ft of climbing · 582 ft–598 ft · gravel surface · hiking

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Upper Loop Trail

0.4 mi one way · about 200 ft of climbing · 477 ft–596 ft · gravel surface · hiking

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