Alaska Base Camp Hiking Trips

When we picture the perfect setting for a base camp or backpacking trip, the alpine tundra of Skolai Pass is right at the top. To the south, this remote valley is flanked by the exotic Hole-in-the-Wall Glacier with its seven icy tongues. To the north, the mighty Frederika Glacier lumbers down towards Skolai Valley. To the east, lofty Chitistone Pass is cloaked in wildflowers, dotted with pristine alpine lakes. All of our favorite elements of Alaska rolled into one great location.

Located in a valley surrounded by the rugged towering peaks of the Chugach Mountains, Iceberg Lake is know for it's excellent day hiking and impressive mountain views! With incredible views right form the airstrip, they only get better as you explore up and down the valley with the numerous day hiking opportunities!

Located within a short bush plane flight of McCarthy, Alaska, the Nizina Glacier offers a spectacular setting for a remote, wilderness base-camping adventure. Surrounded by grand peaks, the massive ice flow of the Nizina Glacier will take your breath away, as it descends from the high snow fields surrounding 13,845 ft (4,219m) Regal Mountain. At the toe of the glacier, an iceberg-filled lake forms the headwaters of the mighty Nizina River. Day hiking opportunities abound and wildlife sightings are not unusual.

From the rugged alpine of the Chugach Mountains to the iceberg-filled waters of Prince William Sound, the Ultimate Wilderness combines a 4 day base-camp hiking trip with a 4-day sea kayaking trip, all linked together with transportation, lodging and additional activities...

Spend 3 days out on the Root Glacier learning climbing technique, ropework, anchors, and other technical skills from our friendly and knowledgeable guides!

With stunning views of glaciers, and high alpine ponds to explore, the Fan Glacier Basecamp provides limitless day hiking adventures out of a cozy basecamp! Explore the glaciers and valleys of the Chugach Mountains on beautiful day hikes!

The Bremner Mine is a 40-minute bush plane flight south of McCarthy, and is nestled in an alpine pass between the Chitina and Bremner Rivers. Designated the Bremner Historic District, this abandoned gold mine provides a unique glimpse into what it was like to be part of the great "gold rush" to Alaska a century ago.

Offering pleasant tundra hiking, views up toward the broad summit of Mt. Wrangell, and a fantastic day hike to a thundering waterfall, Wrangell Plateau is the ideal location for a basecamp mini-backpacking trip!