Beginner's Snowshoeing Adventure
Offered by Go Hike Alaska In Anchorage, Alaska
: $
About us
Go Hike Alaska is a purveyor of world-class Alaskan experiences throughout Southcentral Alaska. We offer guided day hikes, snowshoeing adventures, multiday backpacking trips, and specialty tours like foraging & cooking classes as well as historical & cultural tours. We also offer heli-hiking and heli-snowshoeing experiences.
Our experienced guides are certified in wilderness first aid, CPR, and EPI-pen use. We are also trained in avalanche safety and large animal encounter. Your well-being and safety is our #1 priority.
Our experienced guides are certified in wilderness first aid, CPR, and EPI-pen use. We are also trained in avalanche safety and large animal encounter. Your well-being and safety is our #1 priority.
What we'll do
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Experience an intro to snowshoeing at the Anchorage's Glen Alps!
• Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families with older children.
• Enjoy breathtaking views of the Anchorage Bowl and Cook Inlet.
• Learn about Alaska's alpine spruce forests narrated by skilled naturalists.
• Opportunity for wildlife sightings, including moose, hares, lynx, and birds!
• Provisions include a granola bar, and snowshoes of course!
Have you have ever wanted to try snowshoeing, or just a new winter activity, but didn't know where to start? Look no further! Snowshoeing is an activity which allows you to travel easily through snow-packed terrain with the use of oversized "shoes" that keep you floating on the surface of the snow. This introductory-level tour takes us into the mountainous wonderland of the Glen Alps, located in the Chugach mountains just to the east of Anchorage. After a quick introduction on using a snowshoe, we'll walk around until you get comfortable with them. Walking in snowshoes is easy; you should feel comfortable quickly.
Our circuit takes us just over two miles through snow-covered hemlocks and alpine meadows. Opportunity for photography and wildlife viewing flourishes within the magnificent South Fork Campbell Creek valley. We could see small mammals, birds, or even a moose! The Glen Alps is without-a-doubt one of those places that everyone needs to visit at least once during their stay in Alaska. Experience it with us in this one-of-a-kind-way, today!
Please Note: Our guides are avalanche safety certified, ensuring your well-being while providing education on how to carefully travel in hazardous environments. If there is not enough snow accumulation to go snowshoeing, we will go winter hiking, or you can opt for a full refund. This is to be determined by the morning of your tour.
Experience Suggestions: No experience required but understand that snowshoeing is more arduous of an activity than hiking. You should be able to walk at least 3 miles on flat pavement, or 2.5 miles of uneven rolling terrain over the course of 2 hours. You should also be able to balance well and feel comfortable walking in snowy conditions. Some parts of the trail are steep and hilly, placing additional stress on areas of the body not impacted by level terrain. Not recommended for those with cardiac or respiratory issues/illness. May be difficult for those with joint issues.
• Experience an intro to snowshoeing at the Anchorage's Glen Alps!
• Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and families with older children.
• Enjoy breathtaking views of the Anchorage Bowl and Cook Inlet.
• Learn about Alaska's alpine spruce forests narrated by skilled naturalists.
• Opportunity for wildlife sightings, including moose, hares, lynx, and birds!
• Provisions include a granola bar, and snowshoes of course!
Have you have ever wanted to try snowshoeing, or just a new winter activity, but didn't know where to start? Look no further! Snowshoeing is an activity which allows you to travel easily through snow-packed terrain with the use of oversized "shoes" that keep you floating on the surface of the snow. This introductory-level tour takes us into the mountainous wonderland of the Glen Alps, located in the Chugach mountains just to the east of Anchorage. After a quick introduction on using a snowshoe, we'll walk around until you get comfortable with them. Walking in snowshoes is easy; you should feel comfortable quickly.
Our circuit takes us just over two miles through snow-covered hemlocks and alpine meadows. Opportunity for photography and wildlife viewing flourishes within the magnificent South Fork Campbell Creek valley. We could see small mammals, birds, or even a moose! The Glen Alps is without-a-doubt one of those places that everyone needs to visit at least once during their stay in Alaska. Experience it with us in this one-of-a-kind-way, today!
Please Note: Our guides are avalanche safety certified, ensuring your well-being while providing education on how to carefully travel in hazardous environments. If there is not enough snow accumulation to go snowshoeing, we will go winter hiking, or you can opt for a full refund. This is to be determined by the morning of your tour.
Experience Suggestions: No experience required but understand that snowshoeing is more arduous of an activity than hiking. You should be able to walk at least 3 miles on flat pavement, or 2.5 miles of uneven rolling terrain over the course of 2 hours. You should also be able to balance well and feel comfortable walking in snowy conditions. Some parts of the trail are steep and hilly, placing additional stress on areas of the body not impacted by level terrain. Not recommended for those with cardiac or respiratory issues/illness. May be difficult for those with joint issues.
What to expect / what's provided
TOUR SPECIFICS:
• Location: Chugach State Park - Glen Alps
• Dates: December 1st - April 8th
• Tour #1: 9 am - 12 pm
• Tour #2: 1 pm - 4 pm
• Travel Time: 1 Hour (30 minutes one-way)
• Snowshoeing Time: 2 Hours
• Distance & Elevation Gain: ~2.5 miles and 400 feet (or 40 flights of stairs)
• Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆ "Easy for some & moderate for others"
• Recommended for ages 10 - 75
TRANSPORTATION & MEETUP LOCATION:
Guests have the option of using our transportation or providing it for themselves. We encourage our guests to drive to the trailhead if they have the ability in order to mitigate the spread of COVID. However, if you need transportation we are more than happy to provide it for you. We will confirm your preference after you book.
If you DO need transportation, we will meetup, depart, and return at the William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center, located at 555 W. 5th Ave. in downtown Anchorage. Please arrive no later than 10 minutes prior to your tour. There are parking garages in the area if you need one.
If you need DO NOT need transportation, you will meet us at the trailhead or follow us from the meetup location. We will coordinate the location prior to your tour via text, phone, or email.
If you choose to ride with us, please anticipate being within close proximity to one another. We ask you kindly please sanitize your hands before entering the vehicle as well as wear a cloth/other type of face covering in accordance with local COVID-19 rules. We'll have a sanitizer available for all guests. We also ventilate the vehicle in an effort to reduce transmission of COVID.
PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT:
All participants are required to complete a participation agreement. You will receive a link in your confirmation email to complete it once you finish booking.
WEATHER:
All of our hikes are rain or shine. However, if the weather is too severe (i.e. thunder, lightning, hail, blizzard, etc.) we'll issue you a full refund.
WILD ANIMALS:
Seeing wild animals is probably part of why you booked a hike in the first place, but we need to give animals the proper respect they deserve. We will provide you a safety briefing before your hike. Please listen to your guide during any encounter situation. We are happy to help you get some quality photos, but only if it is safe. While bears are commonly referred to as the aggressors, moose attacks are far more common in Alaska. Every guide is trained in large animal safety, and the use of bear spray.
EXPERIENCE SUGGESTIONS:
No experience required, but you should be able to walk at least 3 miles on flat pavement, or 2.5 miles of 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. Not recommended for those with cardiac or respiratory issues/illness. May be difficult for those with severe joint issues.
WHAT'S PROVIDED:
Provisions includes a granola bar and snowshoes.
• Location: Chugach State Park - Glen Alps
• Dates: December 1st - April 8th
• Tour #1: 9 am - 12 pm
• Tour #2: 1 pm - 4 pm
• Travel Time: 1 Hour (30 minutes one-way)
• Snowshoeing Time: 2 Hours
• Distance & Elevation Gain: ~2.5 miles and 400 feet (or 40 flights of stairs)
• Difficulty: ★★☆☆☆ "Easy for some & moderate for others"
• Recommended for ages 10 - 75
TRANSPORTATION & MEETUP LOCATION:
Guests have the option of using our transportation or providing it for themselves. We encourage our guests to drive to the trailhead if they have the ability in order to mitigate the spread of COVID. However, if you need transportation we are more than happy to provide it for you. We will confirm your preference after you book.
If you DO need transportation, we will meetup, depart, and return at the William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center, located at 555 W. 5th Ave. in downtown Anchorage. Please arrive no later than 10 minutes prior to your tour. There are parking garages in the area if you need one.
If you need DO NOT need transportation, you will meet us at the trailhead or follow us from the meetup location. We will coordinate the location prior to your tour via text, phone, or email.
If you choose to ride with us, please anticipate being within close proximity to one another. We ask you kindly please sanitize your hands before entering the vehicle as well as wear a cloth/other type of face covering in accordance with local COVID-19 rules. We'll have a sanitizer available for all guests. We also ventilate the vehicle in an effort to reduce transmission of COVID.
PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT:
All participants are required to complete a participation agreement. You will receive a link in your confirmation email to complete it once you finish booking.
WEATHER:
All of our hikes are rain or shine. However, if the weather is too severe (i.e. thunder, lightning, hail, blizzard, etc.) we'll issue you a full refund.
WILD ANIMALS:
Seeing wild animals is probably part of why you booked a hike in the first place, but we need to give animals the proper respect they deserve. We will provide you a safety briefing before your hike. Please listen to your guide during any encounter situation. We are happy to help you get some quality photos, but only if it is safe. While bears are commonly referred to as the aggressors, moose attacks are far more common in Alaska. Every guide is trained in large animal safety, and the use of bear spray.
EXPERIENCE SUGGESTIONS:
No experience required, but you should be able to walk at least 3 miles on flat pavement, or 2.5 miles of 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. Not recommended for those with cardiac or respiratory issues/illness. May be difficult for those with severe joint issues.
WHAT'S PROVIDED:
Provisions includes a granola bar and snowshoes.
Cancellation Policy
We understand life is wild and cancelling your hike might be necessary. We hope this does not occur, but if circumstances lead you to cancel your hike the following policy will apply:
All cancellations must be received in writing at [email protected]
If you cancel any time before 2 weeks prior to your scheduled hike, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 48 hours to 2 weeks prior to your scheduled hike, you will receive 75% of your total service fee.
No refunds will be given for cancellations between 0 and 48 hours prior your hiking start time, or for any no shows.
All cancellations must be received in writing at [email protected]
If you cancel any time before 2 weeks prior to your scheduled hike, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 48 hours to 2 weeks prior to your scheduled hike, you will receive 75% of your total service fee.
No refunds will be given for cancellations between 0 and 48 hours prior your hiking start time, or for any no shows.
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