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Alpine Classic Trek
Anchorage,
United States
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Overview
Duration
5h
Languages
English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
This is quite-the-quintessential Alaska hiking experience. Experience the thrill of ascending to heights offering 360-degree views of the nearby Cook Inlet and interior Chugach mountains. Gaze at deep, glaciated, u-shaped valleys, and giant ridgelines defining the landscape. Imagine pristine, treeless, tundra loaded with vegetation that you can touch, taste, and feel. If you have never seen alpine before, prepare to be simply amazed.
Highlights:
• Trek one of Chugach State Park's finest ridgelines with a top-tier guide!
• Perfect for solo travelers and couples. Challenge and reward await!
• Enjoy breathtaking views of Anchorage and interior Chugach Mountains.
• Learn about Alaska's alpine forests & tundra environment from a naturalist.
• Opportunity for wildlife sightings including bear, sheep, marmot and birds!
• Provisions include a prepacked snack, courtesy of Kat’s Epic Trail Bites.
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What to remember
Important info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Experience Suggestions: You should have a small amount of hiking experience before attempting this hike, or, be in good physical condition. At a minimum, you should be able to walk at least 8 miles on flat pavement, or 5 miles of uneven rolling terrain over the course of 4 hours. You should also be able to easily climb about 150 flights of stairs over the duration of the hike. Many parts of 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. . Participation waiver signature required prior to departure.. If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know and we will accommodate you with a different snack option.
What's included
Micro-spikes if trail condition requires them. Day Packs, Trekking Poles. Granola bar, apple, and cheese stick
What's not included
No hotel, B&B, Air B&B, or other accommodation pickups.. Must meet at designated meeting location or provide own transportation to trailhead.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Go Hike Alaska
Meeting Point
Meeting, Transportation, and Parking Information:
Our meetup spot is in front of the Egan Center. There are parking garages in the area if you need them. You may also choose to meet us at the trailhead using your own arranged transportation, just notify us in advance.