Alaska’s Bering Glacier is the longest and largest glacier in the world. It's terminus in the northwestern corner of the larger Bering Glacier Area has been called "one of the most scientifically significant sites in Alaska without any existing conservation protection." The incredibly diverse area also includes the Robinson Mountains, home to elusive populations of Dall sheep and wolverine, and mountain-fed streams leading to the coastal wetlands of the neighboring State Game Refuge, which provide vital habitat for spawning salmon and migrating birds.
The Bering Glacier Area connects Wrangell St. Elias National Park and Preserve to the Chugach National Forest, providing critical wildlife corridors. More than a quarter of the known plants in Alaska occur on the Bering Glacier Area, making it an exceptionally diverse and fertile area. The rugged terrain and dynamic conditions of this area have encouraged the evolution of unique plants and animals, and its interesting natural history and outstanding wilderness values have made the area a treasure among backpackers and wildlife enthusiasts in the spring and summer months. Despite increasing visitation, the vast Bering Glacier Area still provides outstanding opportunities for solitude.
