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May 07, 2013
Vessel Operating Restrictions Implemented To Protect Whales
Superintendent Susan Boudreau announced today that a 13 knot vessel speed limit will be implemented in lower Glacier Bay and at the mouth of Glacier Bay to protect numerous humpback whales that have been sighted in the area. This speed restriction will apply to all vessels from 5 AM Wednesday May 8 until further notice.

January 28, 2013
Proposed 2014 Cruise Ship Quota for Glacier Bay
The superintendent has proposed that the 2014 seasonal use-day quotas remain unchanged from the 2013 levels.

January 15, 2013
Proposed National Park Compendiums Open For Public Comment
Alaska's National Parks invite public comment on each park's proposed 2013 compendium through February 15

January 07, 2013
Prospectus Soliciting Proposals for Operation of Glacier Bay Lodge
Superintendent Susan Boudreau announced today the release of a prospectus soliciting proposals for the Glacier Bay Lodge concession operation in Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve.

September 14, 2012
Towers Trail Now Open for Bicycle Use
Glacier Bay National Park Superintendent Susan L. Boudreau has announced that bicycles may now be used on the Towers Trail, (see map).

Did You Know?

Humpback Whale sounding

Humpback whales migrate approximately 2,500 miles to feed in Glacier Bay’s productive waters each summer.  The fastest migration from Hawaii to Glacier Bay clocked-in at 36 days!