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Access Restored to Root Glacier via New Trail Reroute
August 3, 2026 · Source: National Park Service
Visitors can once again safely access Root Glacier in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve using a newly established trail reroute.
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Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.