About Exit Glacier Campground — Kenai Fjords NP
Walk to a living glacier from your campsite. Exit Glacier Campground puts you at the base of Exit Glacier — one
of 40 glaciers flowing from the Harding Icefield, the largest icefield in the US accessible by road. Signs mark
where the glacier stood in 1925, 1951, and onward — a sobering climate record.
Highlights
- Exit Glacier viewpoints 0.5 miles from camp
- Harding Icefield Trail — 8 miles to the icefield edge
- Glacier terminus viewing from marked observation points
- Wildlife including black bears and Dall sheep
- Seward — a charming Alaska fishing town nearby
Directions & How to Get There
From Anchorage: Take the Seward Highway (AK-1 S) approximately 127 miles (2.5 hours) to Seward. From Seward,
take Herman Leirer Road (Exit Glacier Road) 8.5 miles to the campground. The Seward Highway is one of America's
most scenic drives.
Nearby Attractions
- Exit Glacier (0.5 mi)
- Harding Icefield overlook (8 mi hike)
- Seward Small Boat Harbor (8 mi)
- Kenai Fjords boat tours (from Seward)
- Alaska SeaLife Center (Seward)
Insider Tips
- The Seward Highway from Anchorage is breathtakingly beautiful — allow extra time
- Bear spray is essential — Exit Glacier area has active black bears
- Kenai Fjords boat tours from Seward to see glaciers and orcas are world-class
- Midnight sun in summer means you can hike at 11pm — remarkable experience
Best Time to Visit
Best months: June–August
Season: May–September
Access difficulty: Easy access from Seward
What to Pack for Alaska Camping
- Navigation: downloaded offline maps, compass, and GPS device
- Water: at least 3 liters per person per day (more in desert parks)
- Food: bear canister or use provided bear boxes where required
- Shelter: 3-season tent, rain fly, and ground tarp
- Clothing: moisture-wicking base layers, insulating mid-layer, waterproof shell
- First aid kit: including blister treatment, pain reliever, and any personal medications
- Sun protection: SPF 50 sunscreen, wide-brim hat, UV-blocking sunglasses
- Lighting: headlamp with extra batteries, lantern for camp
- Safety: whistle, emergency bivy, and knowledge of your emergency exit route