Glacier Bay Visitor Information Station

The VIS holds a wealth of knowledge for your Glacier Bay adventures!

NPS Photo / S. Tevebaugh

Quick Facts

Location:

58.454316689, -135.885135711

Amenities

21 listed

Animal-Safe Food Storage, Beach/Water Access, Benches/Seating, Boat Ramp, Dock/Pier, Fire Extinguisher, First Aid Kit Available, Gifts/Souvenirs/Books, Information - Maps Available, Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present, Information Kiosk/Bulletin Board, Internet/WiFi Available, Picnic Shelter/Pavilion, Picnic Table, Restroom, Restroom - Accessible, Restroom - Family, Toilet - Flush, Trailhead/Hiker Register, Water - Drinking/Potable, Water - Non-Potable

The Visitor Information Station (VIS) acts as a hub for all visitors wishing to travel into the park. Boating registration and orientation occurs here, as well as campsite registration. The VIS marks the beginning of the trail to the Huna Tribal House where the sea otter hunting canoe, Snow the Whale, and the Healing Totem can be seen along the way.

Hours of operation: Check the park's Basic Information page for current hours.

The VIS is the place to go before starting your boating or camping trip in Glacier Bay. Camper and boater orientations are required for visitors wishing to camp or boat in the park. 

• Read about camping in Glacier Bay here.
• Read about boating in Glacier Bay here.