DAY HIKES · WORLDWIDE
The trails worth the early start.
The 13 anchorage hikes worth lacing up for. A short list of the trails hikers finish grinning about, with the distance, the price and who guides them.
Small-group Matanuska Glacier hike from Anchorage with spiked boots, safety gear, and expert guides, plus scenic wildlife stops.
Most Popular“Great guide and great driver, a lot of funny stories. Took beautiful photos for us and never leave us alone”
Walk the Matanuska Glacier on a guided hike from Anchorage with van pickup, safety gear, and lodge lunch views. About 10 hours.
“A once in a lifetime opportunity! The tour guide was knowledgeable . Our comfort and safety was priority. And we got to see and feel a slice of Mother Nature. Amazing!”
Walk Alaska’s Matanuska Glacier from downtown Anchorage with spikes, snacks, and a scenic Glenn Highway drive. Small group, ~8.5 hours.
“We really like the tour and guide is really knowledgeable and friendly!! Highly recommended!!! Will definitely join the tour again next time!”
Guided Matanuska Glacier walk with crampons, Glenn Highway views, and a brief honey and wine sampling from Anchorage.
“We had a wonderful time! The trip was fantastic. The glacier is amazing and the glacier tour guides were phenomenal. Pack a lunch, water, and dress warm, with layers! Hiking boots are a must. The wine and honey at the end is really just a brief stop, not really a wine tasting.”
Guided small-group hike across Alaska’s Matanuska Glacier with gear provided, hotel pickup, snacks, and safety-first ice walking.
“Our driver Daniel was fantastic. He told us about the area and little tidbits of info along the way. And took us to see gorgeous views of Denali after the hike and to go find a moose (which we did!) he was amazing, can’t say enough good things about him. Our hiking guide Petra was…”
5-hour guided forest hike from Anchorage through Chugach State Park’s Eagle River. Small group, snacks, and wildlife spotting.
“Nice activity, beautiful landscape. We enjoyed the knowledge of very friendly guides. Not too brisk or challenging.”
Full-day Matanuska Glacier hike from Anchorage with ice cleats, a local guide, and scenic roundtrip transport through Alaska’s ice.
“Our driver/guide Gary was excellent. Gave us top notch info as we traveled. One of the best. Glacier guide was just ok. Didn’t offer too much info as we walked. Happy to answer questions if asked. Wasn’t good keeping group together. The experience made it worth it.”
Small-group Matanuska Glacier hike from Anchorage with pickup, crampon clamps, mapped routes, and river lunch. 7–8 hrs, $347.
“Great experience!! 100% recommended for those who want to experience a glacier closer. Kelley is a great guy and contributed to the positive experience”
Guided Matanuska Glacier hike with round-trip Anchorage transfers, safety gear, and a small group glacier walk through ice and crevasses.
Guided Eagle River hike from Anchorage with a naturalist, wildlife spotting, and a rewarding stop at Barbara Falls in Chugach State Park.
“Excellent! It was an amazing hiking time!!”
Guided winter hike on Matanuska Glacier from Anchorage. Full-day tour with gear, snacks, admission, and scenic Glenn Highway drive.
“Stunning, beautiful vistas on the way and while at the glacier. Such a unique experience with amazingly easy access. Well guided! Bring snacks, gear provided if you don't have it (snow pants, hiking poles, mittens, etc.) Not all guides have Venmo, so carry some cash too if you want to tip.”
A small-group Matanuska Glacier hike with ice cleats and snow pants, topped off by Alaskan honey and local wine tasting.
“Amazing! The pictures don’t do it justice! Absolutely beautiful and once in a lifetime experience. 100% recommend!”
A 5-hour winter hike from Eagle River to Barbara Falls in Chugach State Park, with micro-spikes, snacks, and wildlife spotting.
“La experiencia fue muy satisfactoria, amplio conocimiento de senderismo y muy amena plática durante el paseo, flexibilidad en tiempos”
Day hikes worth the early start, region by region.
