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4,872 ft
Distance
84 ft
Climb
-97 ft
Descent
506 ft
High Point
-11 ft
Altitude change
407 ft
Altitude min
466 ft
Altitude start
456 ft
Altitude end
-0.2%
Grade
-21.7%
Grade max
13.5%
Grade min
2,904 ft
Distance climb
1,680 ft
Distance down
289 ft
Distance flat

Glacier View Loop Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
    • Snowshoe
    • Backcountry Ski
  • Riding Area
    Kenai Fjords National Park
    Seward, Alaska
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Hiking heatmap [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Snowshoeing
    • 5 in Backcountry Skiing
  • Global Ranking
    #22569 in Hiking [+]
    • #165343 in Trail Running
    • #20819 in Snowshoeing
    • #7684 in Backcountry Skiing
  • State Ranking
    #151 in Hiking · Alaska [+]
    • #673 in Trail Running
    • #339 in Snowshoeing
    • #133 in Backcountry Skiing
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Mixed
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow

A one-mile wheelchair-accessible loop which leads to a panoramic view of Exit Glacier spilling down from the Harding Icefield.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Glacier View Loop Trail located?
      Glacier View Loop Trail is located in Kenai Fjords National Park, Seward, Alaska, United States. It is part of the Kenai Fjords National Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 60.18816, -149.63177.
      ▼ How hard is Glacier View Loop Trail?
      Glacier View Loop Trail is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 0.2%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Glacier View Loop Trail?
      Glacier View Loop Trail has 84 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 97 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 407 ft to 506 ft.
      ▼ Is Glacier View Loop Trail a point to point trail?
      Glacier View Loop Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is mixed.
      ▼ How long is Glacier View Loop Trail?
      Glacier View Loop Trail is 4,872 ft long. The trail type is mixed.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Glacier View Loop Trail?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Glacier View Loop Trail. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to hike Glacier View Loop Trail?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to hike Glacier View Loop Trail are:
      • June (3 activities)
      • July (3 activities)
      • August (3 activities)
      Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
      ▼ How do I access Glacier View Loop Trail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Glacier View Loop Trail are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to hike Glacier View Loop Trail?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 21 minutes to hike Glacier View Loop Trail. The trail is 4,872 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Glacier View Loop Trail?
      Glacier View Loop Trail is a very popular trail. There have been 73 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 80 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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