The massive Harding Icefield covers 700 square miles in Alaska, and a portion of it can be found in Kenai Fjords National Park. Deep fjords and islands, teeming with bald eagles, black bears and sea lions lead into a glacial alpine environment. The park covers over 660,000 acres and is accessible via Seward, Alaska. The park has several trails, including the Harding Icefield Trail, an 8.2 mile loop that will give you an up-close look at the parks most defining feature. There are also boat tours and kayaking available.

Established in 1980, the park is best visited in the summertime, when temperatures are moderate and days are long. In the winter, the opposite is true and many parts of the park may be inaccessible. The Harding Icefield receives approximately 35 feet of snow per year, mostly in the wintertime. Because of its remoteness and size, the park is rarely crowded, even during the high season.