The experience was amazing Cory knew alot about the area and local wild life. The views are spectacular.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Snow gaiters available upon request
- Granola bar
- Snowshoes and hiking poles
Excludes
- No hotel, B&B, Air B&B, or other accommodation pickups.
- Snowboots or high-top hiking shoes
- Appropriate clothing for snow
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- We meet outside the Dena'ina Center. Please be parked and ready 15 minutes before the start time to ensure a timely departure. All tours leave no later than 5 minutes after the start time. There is no parking at the Dena'ina Center. The JCPenney Parking Garage is the best option, at 414 W 6th Ave.
Return
- We meet outside the Dena'ina Center. Please be parked and ready 15 minutes before the start time to ensure a timely departure. All tours leave no later than 5 minutes after the start time. There is no parking at the Dena'ina Center. The JCPenney Parking Garage is the best option, at 414 W 6th Ave.
Itinerary
If you have always wanted to try snowshoeing but did not know where to begin, look no further. What is snowshoeing? Snowshoeing is an activity which allows you to travel easily through snow-packed terrain. We will start by taking you to the mountainous wonderland of Glen Alps in the Chugach mountains just to the east of Anchorage. After a quick introduction on how to use a snowshoe, we will 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 everyone feels comfortable walking in their shoes, we will set off on our path. Our circuit takes us approximately two miles through hemlock forests and snow-covered alpine meadows. We will have plenty of opportunity for taking photos of the magnificent valley. There is opportunity to see small mammals, birds, or perhaps even a moose! Transportation included in total time of tour: (1 hour transportation & 2 hours hiking)
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Reviews
I’m truly grateful for this snowshoeing trip. It was a wonderful and joyful experience, and I felt very warmly taken care of throughout the entire journey. The guide shared a lot of interesting knowledge about moose, umbrella plants, and the surrounding snow-covered mountains, which really enriched the experience and made the trip much more meaningful and engaging. For me, this activity was especially fun and exciting, because it was something I had never tried before. If you’re worried about joining alone, don’t be — the guide is kind, welcoming, and always happy to help, so you’ll feel comfortable and supported the whole time. I highly recommend this experience. It left me with unforgettable memories, and I’m truly thankful for this trip. If I have the chance, I would absolutely join again next time.
Highly recommend doing this with Matt. He took us through the most beautiful snowshoe hike of our lives. The tea at the end truly made the day magical. Great experience from the very beginning and I highly recommend.
I had an incredible time snowshoeing with Matt! Luckily, we had some fresh snow the day before and it was perfect! He was great at helping to show how to use the equipment. Matt is very knowledge about Alaska, its animals, and vegetation - you will learn a lot! So grateful this company was willing to take solo travelers too!
Our guide Mike was awesome. Very knowledgeable and a good sense of humor. He taught us how to use the snow shoes and allowed us challenge ourselves with different terrain.
The views are amazing. Guide is very knowledgeable and nice to talk to. Nature is beautiful! Snow, ocean, mountain and all this in one place!
Wonderful way to spend several hours in Anchorage. Especially if you enjoy being active and outside, this tour and the company that runs it is top drawer. Fresh air, fantastic scenery, and nature at it's best. If you want to sit in an armchair and be entertained, this tour is not for you! LOL Incredible, invigorating, and memorable.
Mike was a caring, energetic, and well-informed guide who made the whole experience so engaging and comfortable! We had a blast snowshoeing through the Glen Alps and learned several new fun facts about the landscape. Highly recommend for anyone who likes hiking and want to try out winter hiking! The view of the city from atop is spectacular
Matt was great, very knowledgeable and fun. We had a great time on our adventure, he took some awesome photos and was helpful in keeping with our pace! Would definitely use him again!
Bryce is super cool!, he's knowledgeable and very friendly. The view was beyond my expectation, it was snowing that day but not cold at all. The snowshoeing was fun and easy !
I did the Beginner Snowshoeing hike and it was perfection!! Matt was the best guide who didn't even laugh when I fell over in the carpark!! He carried my camera for me, taking photos (see below) and passing it over when I needed it. We caught a glimpse of a moose which was pretty special. I come from Australia and was in awe of the mountains and so much snow. This also made me a complete amateur on snowshoes and Matt was very helpful and encouraging. Do yourself a favour and take this tour - or the advanced snowshoe adventure if you have the skills. It was an absolute highlight of my trip.
Our tour guide Bryce was fantastic, so knowledgeable about Alaska, Anchorage and all the activities available. He also gave us some restaurant tips and other hiking spots. Our trip was a little overcast but Bryce made the best of it!
It's a fruitful adventure. Not many people. Only four of us plus the guide trekking in the silence of great Nature. I enjoyed the total whiteness, the hovering mist between the divine-looking mountains. Bryce is a professional guide. He doesn't talk too much if not needed. He offered us a high-end binoculars to search for a fox (although I didn't see it :). He's patient with my questions and tried to accommodate every member's needs. I felt refreshed, relaxed and energized, only hoping to spend a little longer time with the mountains.
This was such a beautiful experience. First time snowshoeing, and I had sooo much fun 🤩. Would definitely do it again. Our guide was very kind and knowledgeable.
This was truly a once in a lifetime adventure and experience! Bryan was an excellent scout and leader! 100% recommend this activity especially when with friends. We came for a bachelor trip!
We had a great experience with Matt. He was always funny and kind. He took us through several beautiful places around the park and took several nice pictures of the family.
Great trip with Matt ! First time snowshoeing. Beautiful views and Matt pointed out interesting things along the way. Will do this again on my next trip and some of the other adventures Go Hike Alaska offers. Loved every minute of it !
Matt was a great guide! He was so good. He took the time to point out different birds and plants. Would recommend this to friends and family
We have a lot of fun walking on Chugach national park; we have a beautiful view, it was a unique experience
It was such a beautiful peaceful experience! Bryce was great and very informative! The mountain was beautiful and the views were amazing.
Our guide Bryce was very helpful and personable! It waa a beautiful hiking trail!! It was a great experience for my husband and I.
Absolutely recommend! Professional guides, great knowledge of the area and took the time to explain them. Even took some pictures along the way and sent them to us. Fun for even a middle-aged, out of shape adventurer like me!
What a perfect way to spend our first day in Alaska! Leah was an excellent teacher and guide. The scenery was gorgeous and we got a good workout.
This is truly a great way to get some entry level experience with snowshoeing. There's beautiful views, fun facts about the local ecosystem and having your mind blown by learning just how much snow pack you're walking on top of that makes the time go by fast. It's great for couples or solo like I did. You get to meet great people and have fun walking around in the snow. It's a must do attraction if you like being out in the snow!
Had a great time snowshoeing in Chugach! I was on a trip for work in Anchorage and had a few days to vacation before heading home and I’m glad I chose snowshoeing. It was a beautiful day, got a nice workout, and learned a lot about the area. The guides were very knowledgeable and friendly for a nice relaxing time.
The guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The views were amazing and the pace was good. My teenage kids and I enjoyed the event.
We had so much fun snowshoeing with Matt. We went about 3 miles total. It was up / down steep terrain, through the trees, and out to some vistas. Definitely a fun time even though the weather wasnt clear. Total winter wonderland covered in powder!
Loved this hike!! It was a great way to spend the morning in Anchorage. Matt was a great guide. The views were beautiful and we saw a moose!! The weather cooperated and we had a great hike!!
Hiking on snow-covered mountains was bliss. Leah, our tour guide, made every possible effort to let us enjoy the moment. As I felt too cold and my fingers start to freeze, she offered me an extra pair of gloves and pushed me to keep going. After a while I got my adrenaline rush and made it! Leah is a very friendly and fun guide. If you're new to snow-shoeing, this is a must-do tour. 100% worth it.
This was my bf and my first trip to AK. My bf and I were also, first time snowshoers! Leah did an excellent job at guiding our tour and making us feel comfortable during the snow show experience. We even got to see moose Gregory! Thanks to Leah’s kind vibes, we enjoyed the tour soo much that my bf and I were so eager to do another tour. The next day we did the waterfall walk, we requested Leah, but she was not available for this experience. Our tour guide for this experience was Matt. He was just as awesome! Both tour guides were very patient with my slow pace, provided us with history of the trees and fruits, answered many questions, and even stopped to take many pictures of us. Thanks to them we are now professional snowshoers:) Were so ready for the next Go Hike Alaska tour with Matt or Leah! We can’t wait to go back to AK:)
We had a great time with Matt guiding us. It was a fun experience overall, would recommend it if you love hiking in the snow.
Perfect exposure to snowshoeing! Location beautiful, scenic and just right. Tour guide knowledgeable and generous in sharing about all things Alaska. Also very aware of the needs and abilities of the participants. Couldn't be better. I highly recommend for everyone.
It was sunny day and very nice view from the top. It was easy trail, good for beginner. We didn’t see any wild animals on the trail but we see foot prints.
I've been to Alaska many times and have seen and done many amazing things - but this was one of my top experiences!! It was so much fun! The scenery was phenomenal, the experience was superb, the memories are incredible! I would highly recommend this to everyone - it's just sooo Alaskan and fun!!! I even got to make a snow angel!
It was my first time snowshoeing ,fun experience. It felt great being outthere ,Mat did a good job as a tour guide.
From the moment I was picked up from the Egan center, I was welcomed with warm greetings and a lovely tour guide (Leah). The Chugach park and surrounding areas were not only beautiful, but the snow shoe experience added a cherry to the icing! I was able to take many phenomenal photos and given a nice history lesson. And, I was also able to taste crow berries while experiencing this tour. The air up there and the scenery is unmatched. 🙂
Matt is a great guide. Very knowledgeable of the wilderness. His hikes are a must do while visiting Alaska!
We had a great time with Go Hike Alaska. The guide picked us up right on time from downtown Anchorage. It was the first time snowshoeing for both of us and she made sure we were both comfortable with the equipment and hooked in correctly. We had a fun hike through a beautiful area and she was friendly and knowledgeable about the flora and fauna. As a bonus, we had to switch days at the last minute and Go Hike Alaska was able to accommodate us.
My girlfriend and I went on a hike on April 14th with Gregg. We tried the beginner's snowshoeing and boy what an astounding experience that was! If you are visiting Alaska and you want to experience the real Alaskan vibe, I would highly recommend considering them! When we started hiking, it started to snow a little which added more depth to our hike. Gregg is extremely knowledgeable about Alaska and his advice of viewing the Aurora Borealis came in very handy as we were able to finally see the lights! Next time I am back in Alaska, I am definitely going on a longer hike with GoHikeAlaska.
My daughter and I spent a fantastic morning with Gregg in the Chugach Mountains above Anchorage. It was a crisp, sunny day and the scenery was spectacular. Gregg was an extremely pleasant and knowledgeable guide who was attuned to our interests and ability levels, and we both enjoyed talking with him as we tromped through the snow in this beautiful setting. He had a very relaxed, easygoing style and we both felt comfortable with him almost immediately. It was clear that he loved what he was doing and enjoyed sharing it with others. He made a point of taking pictures of us together, despite the fact that his hands must have been freezing. He also provided a great recommendation for dinner that evening--best meal of the trip. It was a completely satisfying experience and one of the highlights of our late winter visit to Alaska.
Matt can take all levels of abilities and make snow shoeing a fun adventure for all! Our group had a blast at Glenn Alps with him!
My daughter and I came in for a spring break/senior trip from Atlanta, Ga at the tail end of March and wanted to try snowshoeing. Matt was an awesome guide, picked us up at our hotel and took us to an amazing wilderness adventure that was only a short drive away. We were able to snow shoe on beautiful untouched snow and see amazing views. I think we picked the perfect time to come as there were almost no other people in the park. He took amazing pictures of everyone on the tour which was awesome as his camera was better quality than ours.He even took my daughter on a special sightseeing experience to the top of the peak! He was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna in the area and we learned quite a bit about the environment. Highly recommend!
Our guides on this tour were very knowledgeable and friendly. They even took the time throughout to adjust the trek based on our comfort level. They made snowshoeing through the mountains a blast. Highly recommend this tour.
Do yourself a favor and book this tour! You will not regret it! Matt is an excellent guide---super personable, patient, knowledgeable, and prepared. The snowshoeing experience itself was MAGICAL! The morning sunlight danced across the sparkling white snow as we trekked our way across the beautiful natural landscape. Some of the views were just breathtaking! Our group was mixed in terms of age and skill level (a teenager, a senior citizen, and me - mid-30s). Matt adapted the experience for each of us, so that everyone was able to participate at a level where we felt comfortable. He also took some great pictures for us. This tour was the highlight of our trip to Anchorage! And it can be yours too. Highly recommend! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Matt, Was amazing. He was patient and helpful with me. He provided everything you need to explore in snow shoes. Not only was he our guide, but he was a good source of interesting information. He knows everything about Alaska outside. So, Go Hike Alaska!
Had the pleasure of taking this tour with Matt while I visited anchorage and all i can say is Wow. I had a great time, enjoyed a nice 3 mile snowshoe hike in an absolute beautiful area of Alaska, yet it was only a 20 minute drive from the city, Matt is a great host and very knowledgeable about the surroundings, i would definitely do this again.
Mathhew is such a wonderful friend !!! Best tour ever! I had a blast while hiking in such beautiful scenery
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