Harding Icefield Trail - Hiking
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A strenuous hike from the valley floor to the Harding Icefield Overlook is worth the effort.
Emma Walker

Not ready to leave the park? Stay at one of several excellent hike-in campsites on the banks of the glacier-fed Resurrection River.
Emma Walker

Not ready to leave the park? Stay at one of several excellent hike-in campsites on the banks of the glacier-fed Resurrection River.
Emma Walker

Not ready to leave the park? Stay at one of several excellent hike-in campsites on the banks of the glacier-fed Resurrection River.
Emma Walker
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Summary
This hike is a lungbuster, but the far-as-the-eye-can-see views of the magnificent Harding Icefield are worth the event.
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Distance
8.2 miles
Destination Distance From Downtown
5119.1 miles
Difficulty
4 of 5 diamonds
Hikers making the trek from sea level to the top of the Exit Glacier gain about 1,000 feet of elevation in each of the four miles to the viewpoint, so be ready for a strenuous hike.
Time To Complete
6 hours
Seasonality
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Mountaineers have been known to use the Harding Icefield Trail to exit the icefield in winter and late spring, but summer and fall are the best seasons to visit—just keep an eye out for bears.
Dog Friendly
No
Dogs aren't allowed beyond parking lots in Kenai Fjords National Park; leave your pooch at home for this one.
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