Visitor Information Station - Backcountry Office
58.4543, -135.8852 · Park boundary: National Park Service
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Located near the head of the public-use dock in Bartlett Cove, 10 miles from Gustavus. The "VIS" provides trip planning information, boating and camping permits, and offers boater/camper orientation sessions for visitors heading into the wild backcountry of Glacier Bay. Stop by and meet a park ranger. Open annually between May and September.
- Every day
- 7:00AM - 5:00PM
The Visitor Information Station (VIS) is open each summer between May and September for trip planning, park information, and boating & camper permits. Stop by and start your Glacier Bay adventure.
- Closed in Winter · Oct 1, 2026 – Apr 30, 2027 · Closed
Located near the head of the public dock in Bartlett Cove, 10 miles from the town of Gustavus.
Location, hours, and facility details confirmed against the National Park Service registry.
National Park Service registryChecked 2026-08-04
Where is Visitor Information Station - Backcountry Office?
Visitor Information Station - Backcountry Office in Glacier Bay National Park is at 1 Park Road, Bartlett Cove, AK.
What services does Visitor Information Station - Backcountry Office offer?
Visitor Information Station - Backcountry Office in Glacier Bay National Park lists beach/water access, benches/seating, bicycle - rack, canoe/kayak/small boat launch, dock/pier, fire extinguisher, first aid kit available, gifts/souvenirs/books, information - maps available, information - park newspaper available, information - ranger/staff member present, information kiosk/bulletin board, internet/wifi available, parking - auto, parking - boat trailer, parking - bus/rv, permits issued, picnic shelter/pavilion, picnic table, recycling, restroom - accessible, restroom - family, telephone, toilet - flush, trailhead, trash/litter receptacles, water - bottle-filling station, water - drinking/potable, water - non-potable, wheelchair accessible.
What is the phone number for Visitor Information Station - Backcountry Office?
Visitor Information Station - Backcountry Office in Glacier Bay National Park can be reached on 9076972627.
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