Visitor Centers

The park's visitor center is upstairs in the Glacier Bay Lodge

 

Glacier Bay National Park Visitor Center (Closed for winter, reopens summer 2025)

• Location: On the second floor of Glacier Bay Lodge in Bartlett Cove, 10 miles from Gustavus.

• 2024 Hours : The desk will be staffed daily 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM (from Memorial Day to Labor Day). Natural history exhibits are available for viewing during the lodge's open hours, 6 AM to 10 PM. Check the park's Basic Information page for current hourly info.
• Special Programs: Daily throughout the summer, park rangers show films about the park, lead walks, and offer evening programs in conjunction with tribal programs at Xunaa Shuká Hít (Huna Tribal House). Check the activities schedule.
• Exhibits that explore the park's natural and cultural history are available in the Glacier Bay Lodge during the lodge's open hours, 6 AM to 10 PM.
• Other Features: Information desk, fireplace, an Alaska Geographic bookstore, and quiet reading area.

 

Visitor Information Station (VIS)

The "VIS". This is where required orientations are held for campers and boaters. The VIS is responsible for handling camping and boating permits for Glacier Bay National Park.

• Location: Head of the public-use dock in Bartlett Cove, 10 miles from Gustavus.
• Hours: Spring shoulder season: April through May 31: Daily from 8 AM to 5 PM. Peak season: June 1 - August 31: daily from 7 AM to 7 PM. Fall shoulder season: September: Daily from 8 AM to 5 PM. Check the park's Basic Information page for current hourly info.
• Phone: [phone]
• Special Programs: Information, backcountry permits, and orientations for campers and recreational boaters.
• Other Features: Restrooms, potable water, trash and recycling containers, Alaska geographic books, gifts, and maps.