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Beach Trail

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  2. AK
  3. …Southeast Alaska
  4. …Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve
  5. Bartlett Cove
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“A trail along the rocky shoreline of Glacier Bay's Bartlett Cove. ”

Joan Pendleton
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0.8

Miles

1.3

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Point to Point

44' 13 m

High

23' 7 m

Low

34' 11 m

Up

38' 11 m

Down

2%

Avg Grade (1°)

7%

Max Grade (4°)

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Features Birding · Views · Wildlife

Family Friendly Views across the water are prime for spotting spouting whales!

Description

Beach Trail starts at the docks in the Glacier Bay village and heads southwest, passing the campground. The trail heads along the beach which is rocky.

This trail is a great place to watch for all sorts of sea wildlife - killer whales, minke whales, humpback whales spouting, etc. Bald eagles and other birds can be seen. On a clear day the Fairweather Range rises in the distance.

Flora & Fauna

Killer whales, minke whales, humpback whales, Bald Eagles

Contacts

Land Manager: NPS - Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve

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Joan Pendleton
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in Bartlett Cove

#222

in Alaska

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The Beach Trail provides beautiful views of Bartlett Cove and some wonderful sunset glows. Photo credit: NPS Photo.
Jun 1, 2017 near Juneau, AK
The Beach Trail offers a lovely view of a place where the mountains meet the sea.
Jan 9, 2017 near Juneau, AK
Enjoy great views from the Beach Trail toward the boat dock and towering peaks in the background.
Jun 1, 2017 near Juneau, AK
The Beach Trail takes visitors near a very rocky beach.
Jan 9, 2017 near Juneau, AK
A humpback whale is seen spouting off the coast in Bartlett Cove.
Jan 9, 2017 near Juneau, AK
Bartlett Cove shimmers brightly in the sun with the Fairweather Range in the distance.
Jan 9, 2017 near Juneau, AK

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Jun 24, 2018
Bobby Hurley
Aug 29, 1980
Joan Pendleton

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