College Fjord
College Fjord is a U-shaped arm of Prince William Sound in south-central Alaska, famed for spectacular glacially-carved valleys and alpine-style peaks that rise sharply from the water. Accessed via the Seward Highway and nearby floatplane and ferry routes, the fjord offers striking views of Tikatika and Lindsey glaciers, as well as adjacent mountains like Mt. Eddie. Cruises and kayak trips often highlight glacier calving, wildlife sightings, and dramatic seasonal lighting—making it a prime destination for polar-geography and mountain scenery.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Alaska |
| Subregion | Inside Passage |
| Country | United States |
| State | Alaska |
| County | Valdez-Cordova Census Area |
| District | Prince William Sound |
| City | College Fjord |
| Timezone | AmericaAnchorage |
| Latitude | 61.133 |
| Longitude | -148 |
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5:14 PM LOCAL TIMECollege Fjord is a relatively small but intensely scenic glacially carved bay nestled in Prince William Sound, south-central Alaska. The fjord is best known for its dramatic convergence of tidewater glaciers—including Tikatika and Lindsey—and a series of named peaks that vary from about 1,200 to over 3,000 meters in elevation. The landscape is a classic polar-nival contrast: glacier-forested lowlands give way quickly to steep, exposed alpine slopes, often visible from the water or nearby vantage points such as the Seward Highway. Access is mainly by boat and plane—many cruise lines and regional airlines include College Fjord in their routes—though it’s also reachable as a day-trip drive and hike from Anchorage and Seward. Activities emphasize glacier observation, photographic panoramas, and wildlife viewing, including marine mammals and seabirds. The weather can be rapid-changing and seasonally variable, so travelers should be prepared for high winds, rapid temperature shifts, and variable operational conditions.
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