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Notable viewpoint · Kenai Peninsula Borough, Kenai Peninsula Borough

Umbrella Glacier

Umbrella Glacier is a viewpoint in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Kenai Peninsula Borough.

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Umbrella Glacier: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Umbrella Glacier

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Umbrella Glacier — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 60.01065, -153.13580. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    How is the weather and view today?

    No visitor has reported the weather & road status for Umbrella Glacier yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Umbrella Glacier?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Umbrella Glacier?

    Nearby: Mount Iliamna (viewpoint, 4 km), Kontrashibuna Lake (lake, 67 km), Mount Redoubt (viewpoint, 71 km), St. Nicholas Chapel (church, 74 km), Tongue Glacier (viewpoint, 10 km), Red Glacier (viewpoint, 11 km).

    Is Umbrella Glacier worth visiting?

    Umbrella Glacier is listed as a notable viewpoint in Kenai Peninsula Borough on Spotwander.