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Whale Waters Update for Glacier Bay Effective Sept. 11, 2024

September 10, 2024 · Source: National Park Service

A simple map of Glacier Bay with whale waters restrictions areas highlighted. For full details of this map contact the park at 907-697-2230. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

Glacier Bay National Park announced today that the 13-knot vessel speed limit near Sturgess Island, North Marble Island, South Marble Island, and in the eastern portions of Lower Bay whale waters will be removed effective September 11, 2024 at 5AM, as humpback whales are no longer concentrating in those areas. Lower Bay 20-knot whale waters remain in effect through Sept. 30.

Read the official NPS source

What Travelers Need to Know

Use the official notice to confirm the affected destination, dates and visitor arrangements before finalizing your trip.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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