Forest Loop Trail
A temperate rainforest loop beside the lodge, with boardwalks through moss-covered spruce forest; rangers lead daily walks.
The loop is about 1.6 km long and starts at Glacier Bay Lodge. It passes through Sitka spruce and hemlock forests that grew over two centuries ago after the glaciers retreated, circles a pond, then returns along the beach, showing how plant life has succeeded after the ice withdrew. In summer, rangers lead free guided walks every afternoon. The coordinates given are estimated for the trailhead beside the lodge. This is bear country, so walk in groups.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Bartlett Cove
- Xunaa Shuká Hít (Huna Tribal House)
- Bartlett River Trail
- Gustavus Beach & Dock
- Point Adolphus Whale Watching (Icy Strait)
- South Marble Island
- Muir Inlet (East Arm) & McBride Glacier
- Reid Glacier