Glacier
Hiking

Root Glacier
No where else in Alaska
can you so easily access an immense alpine glacier. In Kennecott you
will be fitted for crampons (spikes strapped on the bottom of your
boots for traction while exploring the ice of the Root Glacier). The
first mile and a half follows an old wagon road, and we stop several
times
along the way to discuss glaciology and geology, and view 16,390 ft.
Mt. Blackburn. At the glacier we strap on our crampons and with
simple instruction and practice; you'll feel secure walking on the
ice. Numerous glacial streams cut deep ravines in the ice and form
shimmering azure blue pools. As the ice gives way to the melting
water, incredible waterfalls cascade deep into the glacier.
Adventurers of ALL ages
and abilities have joined us on this hike, from elderly visitors
with NO hiking experience, to intrepid trekkers.
We leave Kennecott at
9:30 am and return in the early afternoon, with no set schedule, so
we may walk leisurely during the day.
4-6 hour hike
Price: $55.00 per
person
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Tour
Prices |
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Tour
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Adult |
Children
(6 -12 Yrs) |
Times |
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Root Glacier |
$55.00 |
$55.00 |
Available every day May 19th through
September 10th |
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The Wrangell and St. Elias Ranges are some of the most
remote and wild mountains in the world. Weather at times is
savage, we highly recommend giving yourself enough time to
explore this wilderness with weather delays taken into
account! We recommend purchasing a travel insurance policy,
as no refunds will be given due to weather.
All
Prices are per person. All multi-day expeditions require a
50% non-refundable advance payment.
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