Seward is one of the most beautiful places in all of Alaska, which is saying a LOT, with towering mountains, ancient glaciers, and wildlife galore. Besides being jaw-droppingly gorgeous, the charming fishing village of Seward has plenty to keep you busy, from gawking at the largest icefield in the United States to catching a glimpse of a breaching humpback whale. Here’s 8 incredible things to do in Seward, Alaska, a must-stop on the Kenai Peninsula.
The Exit Glacier, located in Alaska’s Kenai Fjords National Park, can be easily viewed from a car or on foot, making it the most accessible glaciers in the United States. To see this sheet of ice up close and personal, you can take the Exit Glacier hike, an easy trail that’s doable for hikers of all skill levels. The glacier is receding rapidly, so here’s everything you know to see it for yourself before it’s too late!
The Harding Icefield is actually the largest icefield within the United States, at 4,000 feet deep and sprawling across a whopping 700 square miles of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. And even cooler, you can actually hike up to see this goliath sheet of ice with your own eyes in Kenai Fjords National Park. Here’s everything you need to know about the Harding Icefield hike, from how to get there to exactly what you need to pack for the trail.
Kenai Fjords, located near the charming fishing village of Seward, is one of the most popular national parks in Alaska. However, the vast majority of the park is covered by ice and water—so the best way to explore and enjoy its famed landscapes and wildlife is by boat. Here’s everything you need to know about taking a Kenai Fjords cruise, from what to expect while you’re out on the water to whether it’s worth the hefty price tag.
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