
Observe floating icebergs and hear about local wildlife
Ride the M/V Ptarmigan, a sightseeing vessel built for observing glaciers, with a heated cabin and an open-air deck. Travel across Portage Lake, passing landmarks such as waterfalls and mountain cliffs. Approach Portage Glacier and see the ice, with narration from a U.S. Forest Service ranger on local history, geology, and wildlife. Choose between observing from the warm cabin or from the deck. Spot features like peaks, waterfalls, and icebergs.