Anchorage · MATANUSKA GLACIER HIKES
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The Matanuska is the largest glacier you can drive to in Alaska, and the easiest place near Anchorage to actually walk on one. These are the best Matanuska glacier hikes, crampons and guide included, with how long each spends on the ice, the round-trip time from town, and which suit first-timers.
Walk Matanuska Glacier from downtown Anchorage with small-group guides, included gear, snacks, and a scenic Glenn Highway drive.
“It was a wonderful trip and the glacier mountain was really awesome. The guide was friendly with us and I recommend to other tourists to book this tour.”
Hike the Matanuska Glacier with crampons, learn glaciology, then snack on local honey and sample Alaska honey-wine on a small group day.
“Such an amazing experience.Truly something you don’t get to experience every day. Madison was our guide at the glacier and she made it so fun! The hike itself was pretty simple, some areas of steepness but overall, great! We were able to sample glacial water and walk through a crevasse. Ryan was our overall tour guide, he was very informational and fun to get to know. We stopped at The Honey Hive on the way back and sampled honey, jams and jelly’s, and wine. It was a great last stop before our beautiful drive home.”
Small-group hike on the Matanuska Glacier from Anchorage with hotel pickup, provided cold-weather gear, and a pro guide to keep you safe.
“Outstanding view on the drive to and from the glacier but I recommend a hat for the full windowed roof of the van!! The sun can shine bright! The hike itself was stunning and interesting, the guide was engaging and sweet and helpful. Everyone was friendly and the experience as a whole was wonderful and memorable. I highly recommend.”
Guided Matanuska Glacier hike from Anchorage with ice cleats, helmets, scenic Glenn Highway drive, and included lunch.
“Matt was a great guide, had everything we needed for our time on the glacier, knowledgeable about the glacier and glaciers generally, and great at taking photos of us! Also, the lunch was delicious.”
Small-group Matanuska Glacier hike with Anchorage pickup, crampon-equipped walking, and river views. 7–8 hours, $347 per person.
“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 from Anchorage with round-trip transfers, safety gear, and a small-group ice walk with expert instruction.
Winter hikes on Matanuska Glacier from Anchorage with ice cleats, guide-led geology, and a warm lunch stop.
“Everything’s great, it is fun to learn about various geographical knowledge of Glaciers. The occasional steep terrain formed up naturally are also an amazing sight to behold, I will definitely join this trip next time revisiting Alaska!”
A 6-hour guided Matanuska Glacier trek with a 1:4 guide ratio, top gear, and routes beyond Ice Falls for an intense day in Alaska.
“We like Thomas and Betsy our glacier tour guides the most. The glacier is absolutely stunning and they made sure we got to experience it in the best possible way in the time that we had.”
Hike Alaska’s Matanuska Glacier with a guide, crampons, and helmet. Get close to crevasses and blue ice on a 7-hour day.
“Albert was a great guide and driver. He is extremely knowledgeable about the area and all things Alaska. the transition to Mica for the glacier trek was extremely smooth. The glacier trek was truly incredible.”
