| GLACIERS
OF VALDEZ
Whether you are spending your days on water or land, Valdez
Alaska has a glacier that will fit into your vacation.
COLUMBIA GLACIER
is the largest tidewater glacier in North America and can be accessed
by kayak or day cruise boat.
MEARES GLACIER will
blow you away as it calves and sends huge chunks of ice into the
water and incredible sounds into the air. You can catch a day cruise
that will take you there.
SHOUP GLACIER is
tucked away in Shoup Bay and can be accessed by boat, kayak, helicopter,
or on foot. Kayak companies offer day trips that allow you to explore
the icebergs, marine wildlife and more. Hikers, meanwhile, can take
the 9 mile hike back to Shoup Bay
for fabulous views and an amazing Kittiwake rookery.
VALDEZ GLACIER is
located on the outskirts of the town of Valdez and is full of amazing
history. It was known as the All American Route by goldseekers looking
to head over the glacier and into the interior of Alaska during
the Gold Rush of 1898.
WORTHINGTON GLACIER
is a must visit stop on your way to Valdez (if you're traveling
by road). It's located on the infamous Thompson Pass, just off the
Richardson Highway. All you have to do is stop your vehicle and
get out for an up close and personal experience. |
