From Anchorage: Glen Alps Beginner's Snowshoeing Adventure
ID: GYG410758-745226
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Enjoy a compelling introduction to the art of snowshoeing in Alaska on this guided trip from Anchorage to the Glen Alps in the Chugach Mountains, snowshoes and snacks included.
If you have always wanted to try snowshoeing but did not know where to begin, then look no further. On this guided tour from Anchorage, get your own snowshoes and an easy lesson before venturing out into the Glen Alps to discover the natural wonders of the area.
Snowshoeing allows you to travel easily through snow-packed terrain. After a quick introduction on how to use a snowshoe, you’ll begin by walking around the parking lot until you get comfortable using them; you will get the hang of balancing and adjusting your stance almost immediately.
After your lesson, officially begin your adventure by heading to the mountainous wonderland of the Glen Alps in the Chugach Mountains, just to the east of Anchorage. Travel approximately two miles through hemlock forests and snow-covered alpine meadows.
You will have plenty of opportunities for taking photos of the magnificent South Fork Campbell Creek Valley and other memorable spots. Keep an eye out for small mammals during your trip, as well as a few birds, or perhaps even a moose.
Highlights
- See including moose, hares, lynx, birds, and other roaming wildlife
- Get an intro to snowshoeing before exploring Anchorage's Glen Alps
- Enjoy breathtaking views of the Anchorage Bowl and Cook Inlet
- Learn about Alaska's alpine spruce forests from naturalist guides
- Enjoy included snacks, water, snowshoes, and optional trekking gear
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
No experience is required, but you should be able to walk at least 3 miles on flat pavement or 2.5 miles on uneven rolling terrain over the course of 2 hours. Some parts of the trail are steep and hilly, placing additional stress on areas of the body not impacted by level terrain
The meeting point is in front of the Egan Center. There are parking garages in the area if you need them.
INCLUDED
- Transportation from downtown Anchorage
- Guided snowshoe trek
- Day packs (available upon request)
- Trekking poles (available upon request)
- Snowshoes
- Snacks
- Water
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
