Exit Glacier Campground
Open — The campground is open year-round; however, Exit Glacier Road typically closes to vehicle traffic from October through mid-May due to snow. During winter closure, the area is accessible only by foot, ski, or snowmachine from the gate.
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 29 at 8:57PM AKST until December 30 at 5:00AM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Visibility as low as one half mile at times. Total snow accumulations up to 2 inches. North winds gusting 35 to 50 mph. * WHERE...Seward. * WHEN...Until 5 AM AKST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Expect periods of light snow through late tonight or very early Tuesday morning. While the snow intensity will be light, the snow will be light and fluffy and easily blown around. Winds will diminish through the overnight hours.
Canyon from Toe of Exit Glacier to the Outwash Plain
The canyon from the toe of Exit Glacier to where Exit Creek opens into the Outwash Plain is susceptible to sudden outburst flood events. These events produce sudden surges of water, ice and rock. For your safety please stick to designated park trails.
Use Caution in and around Pedersen Lagoon
On August 7, 2024, a landslide triggered tsunami washed over portions of Pedersen Lagoon near Aialik Bay (59.8842N, -149.7309W). We recommend caution for those visiting the area in and around Pedersen Lagoon. Click more for additional information.
About
Exit Glacier Campground is a 12-site walk-in tent-only campground situated in the Exit Glacier area of Kenai Fjords National Park, the only part of the park accessible by road. Located approximately 8 miles from the Seward Highway on Herman Leirer Road (Exit Glacier Road), the campground provides a primitive camping experience with no fees and no reservations. Sites are available first-come, first-served, with a 14-day stay limit and accommodate up to two tents and eight people per site. The campground features a central food storage, cooking, and dining shelter where all food preparation and storage must occur. Cooking or storing food at individual campsites is strictly prohibited due to bear activity in the area. A seasonal water pump provides drinking water, and vault toilets are available year-round. Two sites (#1 and #12) are accessible with wide, level access paths. Fires are limited to steel fire rings at the campground cooking shelter. The road to Exit Glacier closes to vehicle traffic when snow arrives, typically from October through mid-May, though the area remains open for winter recreation. During summer months, the campground frequently fills by early evening in July and August. Pets are not permitted in the campsites, and RVs are not allowed.
Directions
From Seward, turn onto Herman Leirer Road (Exit Glacier Road) at mile 3 of the Seward Highway (AK-9). Proceed 8 miles. The campground is the first turn on the left after crossing into the park, approximately 3/4 mile after the park entrance sign and just before the Exit Glacier Nature Center parking lot.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| kefjinformation@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (907) 422-0500 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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