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Kenai Fjords NP, Alaska
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Located in Kenai Fjords National Park, Exit Glacier is unique because visitors can walk right up to its edge, offering a rare opportunity to experience a glacier up close.
Since the early 1800s, Exit Glacier has been retreating, with significant acceleration in recent decades due to climate change, losing hundreds of feet annually.
The area around Exit Glacier is marked with signs indicating the glacier's position at various points in history, providing a visual timeline of its retreat.
The surrounding area is home to diverse wildlife, including black bears, mountain goats, and a variety of bird species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts.
Exit Glacier is just one of the many glaciers that flow from the Harding Icefield, which spans over 700 square miles and feeds over 40 glaciers.
The glacier got its name because it served as the exit point for the first recorded crossing of the Harding Icefield in 1968.
The Harding Icefield Trail is an 8.2-mile round trip hike that provides breathtaking views of the glacier and the surrounding landscape.
The park offers ranger-led programs and guided walks that educate visitors about the glacier's history, geology, and the impacts of climate change.
