Hiking & Outdoor Recreation
It's no secret that people come to Alaska to get outside, as the 49th state has some of the most incredible scenery in the United States.
The list of opportunities to experience Alaska's outdoor recreation is about as massive as the backcountry itself. Narrow down some of the choices by deciding how you'd like to encounter it: camping, hiking, biking, glacier trekking, mountain climbing...the list goes on and on.
You have two options for exploring the backcountry: join a guided trip or explore independently. Guided backcountry trips are ideal for those who would like some local expertise — whether you’re new to backcountry hiking and camping or you’re a seasoned outdoor adventurer looking to explore remote backcountry destinations. Tour operators offer guided trips for all abilities, all seasons, and all durations. You can basically custom design your own guided backcountry Alaska hiking, camping, glacier trekking, or multi-day backcountry experience.
Independent travelers will find endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, with many trails easily accessible from communities and along the road system. Hikers will find amazing trail systems winding through most major communities along with the vast network of state and national parks. Alaska has a trail for everyone, from accessible nature paths to challenging mountain hikes leading to breathtaking vistas. Endless trails also exist for cyclists, mountain bikers, runners, and walkers, while long-distance riders can use the highways, which vary in road surface and shoulder width.
Plan Your Trip
Nova has almost 50 years’ experience operating in Alaska and truly offers the full gamut of river and glacier trips. Enjoy the perfect half-day...
St. Elias Alpine Guides (SEAG) curates authentic Alaskan excursions and empowers adventurers to have their trip of a lifetime. With more than 40...
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Explore Lake Clark National Park in small groups or by the cabin on multi-day adventures. Sailing, paddle boarding, hiking, exploring waterfalls...
Expedition Hiking Tour with Tongass Treks Explore the wilds of the Tongass National Forest on a private 4 to 5-day yacht-supported hiking...
Infinite Adventures is a small family owned business offering active small group adventures in a converted American school bus throughout Alaska...
Put on your hiking boots, fill your lungs with fresh air, and experience a day of world-class hiking in the Tongass National Rainforest. The pace...
At Go Hike Alaska we offer safe, accessible, world-class guided day hiking, backpacking, and winter experiences throughout Southcentral Alaska...
Glacier treks and helicopter vista hikes in the Chugach National Forest to Spencer Glacier. Our Glacier Treks onto Spencer Glacier is...
Above & Beyond Alaska (ABAK) has been organizing small group adventures in the Juneau area for over 21 years. Our commitment is unwavering — we...
At Alaska Trail Guides, we're your expert in exploring the Anchorage area by bike. Whether you're an avid rider, or you only ride on vacation, we...
No visit to Sitka is complete without exploring the breathtaking trails of the Tongass National Forest! Tongass Treks has you covered for a...
Ice climbing on the Knik Glacier in Alaska offers a unique and exhilarating adventure. With its awe-inspiring ice formations, towering icefalls...
Sockeye Cycle Co. specializes in guided bicycle tours of Alaska, remote areas of Canada's Northern British Columbia, and the Yukon.
At our...
Experience a unique an exclusive experience unique to Wild Coast Excursions in Juneau! Imagine being whisked from sea level straight into the...
Northern Epics was founded to be different. While most vacationers end up on conveyor-belt-style tours getting herded along like cattle, a select...
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