The Glacier
Hike is designed for family fun and ages 6-86 (more or less).
Discover glacier hiking and the natural history of the Matanuska Glacier.
This trip is a great overview and photo opportunity
for the family. If you are able to spend 3 hours or so hiking at a leisurely
pace, consider the Ice Fall Trek for a more complete glacier
experience.
Cost: $45 per person plus Park Entry Fee,
2 person minimum.
Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.
Minimums: Age 6 years and shoe size Children's
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The Ice Fall
Trek is our most popular hike, featuring close-up views of crevasses,
seracs and unique ice formations as well as getting up to a high point
on the glacier which overlooks the ice fall.
This is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Cost: $70 per person plus Park Entry Fee, 2 person
minimum.
Traveling alone? If we can't add you to a group, you can still
enjoy this trip for $100.
Duration: Approximately 3 hours.
Minimum: Age 8 years. |
Midnight Sun
Treks. Enjoy the Ice Fall Trek by the light of the midnight sun.
These trips are available in June, July and August, and are great for
photography enthusiasts.
You will marvel at the alpenglow on the ice and enjoy
the sounds of the glacier as it settles in for the evening. Midnight
Sun Treks leave at 6:00 pm by prior arrangement.
Same rates apply as our daily treks. |
Group
Interpretive Hikes are short walks designed to give your large
group the opportunity to stand on a glacier, learn about the natural history
of the area and get some great photos.
Your group will have a fun and entertaining walk down
to the edge of the blue ice led by a knowledgeable Guide. It's a relatively
easy walk, taking about an hour. We do not use any special equipment for
this trip as we are hiking mainly on dirt and gravel.
Cost: $25.00 per person plus Park Entry Fee,
10 person minimum.
Length: Approximately 1 hour.
You Bring: Footwear appropriate for walking on dirt and gravel
trails.
Minimum age 6 years. These trips are on a custom basis only.
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