This place is legit, one of the few place convenient store that opens until 3am. They got everything you need. Come check it out

Great place reasonable price. Homeless love to sleep around the outside of the store be warned. Worth the hassle of parking

This place is great...theres a nice selection of snacks, drinks, home cleaning supplies and for those who smoke or chew they have a wide variety for those items as well. Everything is priced nicely and the staff are always laid back and friendly! An awesome spot to stop by if you need anything I described...especially downtown!

I come here almost every day, if not then Every other day. All of the workers are so nice and courteous and even though I can get these products elsewhere, they make even my sons feel welcomed and gifting them suckers while I get my caffeine and vapes. I always recommend this shop when my friends come from out of town looking for any products that they carry. I started coming here when I moved to Anchorage because it was the first shop go pop up when searching for a certain item, I tried one other store in midtown but ended up making the little lI get of a drive. And if you’re a frequent customer you can do the rewards program and build up points to eventually cash in. I’ve never had a bad experience with the staff in 9 months I’ve been very frequent as a customer.

This is the best vape shop in Anchorage Alaska. Always has been. Been a loyal customer for a long time. Great deals, good people, and awesome location smack dab in the middle of downtown Anchorage.

Nader was so amazing he helped me find exactly what I was looking for fast he was polite and personable definitely check them out!!

One of my go-to smoke shop in Anchorage when Im in that part of town. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and they have a fantastic selection of products. I love that they support the local music scene & community too. Highly recommend checking them out!!

We traveled to Seward on the Coastal Classic Gold Star. The views from the dome car were spectacular. Breakfast and dinner were excellent and service very good. Definitely worth the money.

I boarded here for the Aurora Winter Train, and what an absolutely magical experience it was! The train depot itself was small and cozy, easy to navigate with a souvenir shop and coffee/snack stand available. The staff there were all very sweet and welcoming. Everything was very organized and easy to follow. The crew on the train also took great care of us throughout our 12 hour journey to Fairbanks. If you have a day to spare, I absolutely recommend taking the Aurora Winter Train!

Got on at Seward and off at Anchorage. Really easy on both ends. When I booked, said I had to check in an hour early. Got there like 15 mins early and was able to get boarding passes and on the train in like 3 mins. Amazing views and great narration all the up for the 4 hours to Anchorage. Getting off easy and getting luggage pretty solid. They were pretty efficient getting everything off the train. Plenty of cabs, Ubers, and hotel shuttles to take you where you need to go.

My family took the Coastal Classic from Anchorage to Seward on August 2nd. What an amazing trip! The views of Turnagain Arm are unmatched and the wilderness you can see only from the train is well worth the trip. It’s 4.5 hrs long and I don’t think I sat down the whole time 😂 I got great scenery pictures and we had great commentary and wildlife spotting from our guide Kayla. This is the most beautiful train ride I’ve ever taken.

A trip aboard Alaska Railroad’s flagship train- the Denali Star- is AMAZING! The seats are comfortable and some windows in the Goldstar car made it easy to soak in the breathtaking views. I loved spending time outside in the viewing area. The whole process from ticketing to onboarding to getting luggage to our hotel stop in Denali was seamless! The depot has a coffee area, nice gift shop and plenty of seats for waiting passengers. Aboard the train there is food and the Goldstar option package meals were delicious. The staff were incredibly knowledgeable and helpful everywhere! Do we have a ten star option? I wish we did!

Small an easy train depot to navigate around. Don't have to get here very early just get your boarding pass and hop on the train. No worries they r on time

I initially missed my scheduled train to Spencer glacier because a nearby breakfast spot took so long to make the food I had to cancel the order and run to the station but missed my train by literally ONE minute lol. I thought I was out the $150 i paid for the ticket but after emailing them they kindly rebooked me onto the Monday slot at no extra cost. The workers on the train all seemed to enjoy being there which was nice to see. The young high school guy at the ticket desk on 08/20 less so lol. The train itself is awfully slow. So if you have done the turnagain arm on another tour or are already familiar with it this may be really boring for a portion of the trip. The bonus is that you get to hike to a glacier that is only accessible via this train. There is also a coach shuttle from portage straight to anchorage on the way back which saves you about 2 or so hours on the return leg of the train.

I'm an Alaskan resident and have taken the Alaskan Railroad many times over the past decade. However, I recently repeated a trip on the Coastal Classic route from Anchorage to Seward that I hadn't done since I first moved up here. The low tide and morning sun was great on waters of Turnagain Arm as we made the beginning part of our journey. However, as a night owl, I was dead tired after the 6am check-in that I slept most of the route because I knew I would see it on the ride back. After a few cozy days in Seward, I took the train back. I was most excited about the dinner as I remember it being stellar. Although the portions were small, the food was still delicious and the adult beverages were good. My favorite part of the ride is the S-curve near Bartlett Glacier. It reminds me of an old wooden roller coaster. Plus, it's great for getting side views of the train to photograph. Going through the rock tunnels near Spencer Glacier and along the banks of Kenai Lake are also nice scenic photo ops. ---- As for the handful of negative comments about the train, I think 99% of them would be resolved if people set expectations and treated it like a flight from the airport: * It's chilly, bring a blanket * It can be noisy, bring noise canceling headphones * If you want to sleep, bring an eye mask * Go to the bathroom before getting on if you don't like small bathrooms * Don't rush to baggage claim when you arrive because they have to unload the crates by forklift and then remove each item by hand, so casually stroll and take train selfies and use the bathroom beforehand * Most trains aren't a full capacity, so if you don't like your seat just move around within your car * If you're not in first class (Gold Star), it may take 2-3 hours to get seated for a meal if the train is full because just one dining car and you may have to sit with strangers, so if that bothers you eat ahead of time and bring snacks * The train takes 2x as long as driving, so hopefully you're doing it for the train aesthetic and gorgeous views because it's cheaper and faster to take a bus between towns * Expect delays between 30-60 minutes due pulling over for freight, so don't book tours or flights two minutes after the train arrives in town * Few places aboard to charge phone, so charge it beforehand or have a battery pack * All payments aboard are by debit or credit card, no cash * If using the TourSaver coupon, it literally says to book at least 48 hours in advance otherwise you can't use the discount * Probably half the route doesn't have cell phone service, so just enjoy the ride and put your phone in airplane mode * I highly don't recommend doing the 12-hour ride between Anchorage and Fairbanks. Cut it up with an overnight or two in Talkeetna and Denali. Both a nice towns with charm and history. The only thing standing in the way between you and good trip is your poor planning. Enjoy the ride!

We had a wonderful experience on our many rides from Anchorage, Telkeenta and Seward. Always on time, clean and courteous. Our itinerary was planned and purchased through the railroad. It was nice to have confidence that our baggage would be transferred to our destination and be handled well. Thank you for a wonderful experience.

We finally got to experience the Seward to Anchorage train. What a phenomenal experience. Now we know how to justly encourage our guests to take the train when they plan their stay with us in Seward. Mind blowing views, top notch service, well kept train cars, excellent dinner and drinks. Gold class all the way through. Thank you all 🙏

Fantastic senic experience on our trip from Anchorage to Seward and return on our one day travel experience August 18, 2025. Every contact with Alaska Railroad representatives was professional, polished with the utmost courtesy. Highly recommend the GoldStar service. Plenty of room, comfortable seating and endless in car refreshments. The opportunity to walk out onto the observation deck was refreshing. Both breakfast and dinner meals were delicious. Thank you.

I have never felt so misled… the train car wasn’t anything like the photos and it wasn’t as pretty of a drive as expected. Maybe it would be good for a first day of your first visit to Alaska, but once you’ve already seen the turnagain arm via the car, it just feels repetitive. The train also back tracked and reversed SEVERAL times throughout the grand view day trip which made it very hard for those with motion sickness. The food on the train was expensive, even water was $3 for a little bottle. I was pretty let down and we were ready to be done before we even hit the halfway point. The cars were packed full (I took the photos during a rest stop for people to get out and take photos).

My family and I were very satisfy with the train trip from anchorage to Seward on May 26th 2025. The rail road crew were very knowledgeable , helpful and nice, specially Kayla, Araceli and a young man that move from Cali which I don't remember his name. The view from the train was spectacular.

We took the Alaska Railroad from Anchorage to Seward to meet our cruise ship. This isn't Amtrak ! The vintage rail cars are roomy and comfortable ! And the scenery ! Unbelievable ! We were fortunate enough to see a pair of moose running through the fields on our ride ! There is food and drinks available at the terminal and aboard the train. At Seward, there is a free hop-on-hop-off bus line with 15 stops around town that runs every 15 minutes.

Located in downtown Anchorage, the Anchorage Museum is a large, well-designed museum offering a fascinating look into the rich history and culture of Alaska. With four floors of exhibits, there’s a lot to see and learn here. From the early days of gold mining to the traditions of Alaska Native peoples, to the enduring legacy of dog sledding and mushers, the museum does a great job weaving together the diverse stories that make up Alaska’s identity. You’ll find extensive displays on fishing, agriculture, and Arctic exploration, as well as a variety of art exhibits showcasing both traditional and contemporary works. It’s an ideal place to visit if the weather isn’t cooperating—whether it’s rainy, snowy, or just cold outside. There’s a small café area inside with snacks, drinks, and seating, offering a nice place to take a break. One standout convenience is the underground parking garage, which is climate-controlled and secure—a huge plus during Alaska’s colder months. Plan to spend at least 2–3 hours here, though you could easily spend longer if you’re someone who likes to take it all in. Overall, it’s a great museum experience for visitors of all ages.

Extremely well done exhibits that present the full picture of Alaskan history, especially the native people groups. Great for families as many exhibits are kid friendly and hands on. Don’t miss this if you are in town.

Excellent Museum. It has a lot of everything. Most of all, a lot of Alaskas beautiful history and has its own WW2 section about the Aleutian Island campaign, which my grandfather fought in. He used to box for the Alaska Army boxing team! Bring the kids, there is a lot of interactive activities for them. Every first Friday of the month is free entry after 6 pm.

More than just a cultural museum, there is a nice balance of culture, fine art, and interative physical science and art. We could have stayed for a few more hours but needed to catch a plane home. We were pleasantly surprised by the diverse and well curated collections. The coffee shop is one of the best I have been to inside a museum. I will definitely return when in Anchorage.

A group of musicians were visiting Anchorage for a number of concerts and I was delighted to enjoy hearing a few sets. There was one individual with a short piece and other sets. It was a low cost show too. After the mini concert I saw a display from the Dog room.

The Anchorage Museum is absolutely stunning—clean, modern, and thoughtfully designed. It truly has something for everyone, from captivating exhibits to hands-on activities for kids. The displays are beautifully curated, especially the Alaska Native artifacts, which offer a rich and respectful glimpse into the state’s diverse cultures and history. Whether you're a local or a visitor, it's an inspiring place to learn more about what makes Alaska so unique. Highly recommend!

The Anchorage museum is pretty fun. There is a discovery center which is perfect for kids as it’s very interactive. There is also a floor full of Native American culture, which includes clothing and household appliances. Additionally there is also a dog show exhibit which features the history of dog and human interactions in Alaska. Lastly, a modern art showcase takes up a floor, and I personally did not enjoy the art very much. But, if time permits, you should definitely stop by this museum and check it out!

Stopped by the Ulu Factory next to our hotel and really enjoyed it. The staff were knowledgeable about the knives' history and craft, and you can watch them being made. The shop is a bit touristy beyond the knives, but it’s worth it for authentic Alaskan Ulus.

Ulu factory that show case how to make ulu knife. Unfortunately at the time of our visit we can only see thru windows. They did have a young staff showing how to use the knife. Free 30 mins parking is available on the side of the building.

Cute store where you can watch the artisans working on the ulu knives. As expected things were pretty high priced, but there was a huge selection to choose from for gift items and souvenirs.

A very cool place to look through the windows and see the knives being made. Beautiful product in several grades and sizes. 5 in, 6 in, and 8 in knives and small medium and large choping "bowls" . Basic knives to hand carved bone handle knives. Plenty of other "Alaska Only" items for sale too. Easy to walk to from downtown (take "C" street to 1st street and look for the building).

Great little shop with awesome gifts. Staff at the factory were very informative and did a great job explaining the history and uses of the Ulu.

Fun place to go! Lots of parking. Next to Ship Creek. Looks like new public restrooms are being finished. Lots of great gifts, locally made items, and souvenirs. Tons of Ulus and we could even watch them make them.

Good place to visit and get a souvenir. One can get custom engraving on the blade. The knife and the cutting bowl are pretty good for certain dishes. Prices are very decent as well. Parking is plenty and staff is good except the person on the reception. Looked like he was not interested in job at all, not welcoming or making tour interesting.

This dog sledding experience was unforgettable! Best thing we did in Alaska! Happy Trails has multiple locations in case of bad conditions. They accommodated our group last minute after another company canceled our run. Our guide was so great, and the dogs were absolutely a force to be reckoned with! They were so sweet and so strong! You can tell they love what they are doing. Thanks for the experience of a lifetime!

We had an amazing visit at Happy Trails Kennel. Martin, Kathy, Chad, and Sue were excellent hosts. We were able to meet the new litter of pups and well as many of the other dog "athletes" team members. If you are looking for a kennel to learn about the Iditarod and the mushing profession, Happy Trails Kennel is the place to visit, you'll walk away with an entirely new perspective about the race and the role sled dogs play in Alaskan culture. 6/2025

Had an absolute blast at Happy Trails Kennel! The dog sledding was SO much fun, the people were super friendly & knowledgeable and the scenery was amazing. We were here in January 2025. I highly recommend going dog sledding here or checking out their amazing facility.

Highly recommend making this facility a stopping point! Martin is *at the time of our visit* a highly impressive Iditarod racer who's completed 39/39 attempts! 🤯 You can tell he really enjoys what he does and has a nice time sharing about it with you. My kids loved seeing the dogs and the puppies, along with the informative movie as well.

It was super fun! The entire staff was very friendly and made us feel very welcome and taken care of, the dogs were super friendly and were a nice distraction from missing my dog at home. Heimdall was silly and kept crunching snow and Lentil stole so many fish. She was sweet and deserved them though. Pumpkin lead the sled and demanded all the scratches and pets for a job well done.

Fabulous tour! We had plenty of time to hang out with the dogs and puppies, heard rich details from the trail, and got to know the mushers. Highly recommend.

This is the pace to go for a dog sled tour outside of Anchorage, It's always a fun time at Happy Trails! I love visiting with the dogs and the mushers are all kind and experienced! I am biased though because I live across the street. Happy Trails has a great system set up. When you arrive, you are welcomed into a beautiful and spacious visitors center- this seems unique compared to some of the other tour operations. They have a informative video that you watch to learn more about the sled dogs, the Iditarod, and Martin Buser, who founded the kennel and raced in the Iditarod 39 times. They have all the gear you need to stay warm, so you don't have to worry about being cold on the trail! The tour itself is incredible, the trails are tranquil and beautiful. On a clear day you get views of the Alaska Range, including Denali. An unforgettable experience- many of the guests who go on tours have said it's the coolest thing they have ever experienced!

For Alaska, The Alaska Zoo is a good stop to go if you are visiting or if you have kids here in Alaska. A fun time indeed seeing the animals and if you plan right see many attractions that they have going on. We got to watch zookeepers feed some animals just because we were there at the right time! We took our time with older kids and finished in about 2 hours to see all the exhibits. Hope you get to see the Polar Bears we didn’t 😉 The brown bears exhibit makes up for that and so much more. Posted as much as allowed! I mentioned zookeepers, any staff for that matter is kind and great here. All a big plus!!

During our visit to Anchorage in July, we stopped in. Very clean, reasonably priced and a chance to see Alaska wildlife, much different from our Florida zoos. We arrived at 9am during a weekday, it was not crowded, and the weather was perfect. The zoo has well maintained grounds. My grandkids enjoyed it as well. While in Anchorage, it's worth the visit.

I had a great time at the Alaska Zoo! We were able to see polar bears before they went back inside. The zoo was very green and had a lot of signage throughout. The only issue I had was with a lady allowing her 2 kids to pace the wolf enclosure, making the wolves stressed out and bite each other. I saw a sign at the ox enclosure which said “do not encourage me” and I think this may be needed with the wolf enclosure as well as they get encouraged to pace the fence with kids easily. Again, loved all I saw here! It was worth the stop during my first trip to Anchorage!

A small zoo , easy to walk around & every exhibit set up to easily view each animal. I hope to see the exhibits renovated into larger living spaces for the animals similar to The Tiger & wolves enclosure . Overall we enjoyed our time .

I would totally recommend the Alaska zoo if you are in Anchorage. We took advantage of late sunset and entered the gates around 4:30PM and spent our time exploring until close. We were surprised to see animals active and moving after hours. Unfortunately couldn’t spot the polar bear but loved the otters, and harbor seal exhibit around there. The musk ox (male) seemed quite aggressive due to the mating season, beware. We saw many animals such as fox, wolves, lynx, tiger, black bears, deers, grizzlies, snow leopards and other birds like bald eagle, swans too. There were less crowds, and almost had the zoo to ourselves on a weekday. Totally recommend it to all! Plenty of parking available. Tickets can be purchased onsite!

Second time here, this time in summer, much better than the dead of winter! Very friendly staff, don't forget to ask for the senior discount - only $16/day - so ma y wonderful animals, the kids loved it. Nice gift shop with very helpful cashier. Plenty of parking and restrooms. Only suggestion is to put more signs to direct people to the main attractions besides the polar bears. Also Exit arrow signs would be helpful when trying to navigate through the park when the Gkids have seen enough....LOL.

Given the size of Alaska and ample space for parking, I was shocked how small the animal enclosures were. Aside from the polar bear habitat, everything else seemed rather small and rather basic with mostly children’s playground and other plastic toys. Sadly for me, Anchorage zoo was a let down. Due to a private encounter, the polar bears weren’t visible until the very end of our visit — so make sure to check schedules before entering if you’re hoping to get a look at these beautiful animals.

The museum is small but full of knowledge in an interactive way. I think our favourite part was talking to the crafters in the lobby. Each had wonderful stories about their projects that helped me learn about their lives in the north. We loved chatting with Marg the elder. We also saw different types of lodgings and a traditional dance. That all and Marg best of luck from your two Canadian friend in you wedding.

We had my daughter’s quinceanera here and it was just so amazing. Everyone had such a good time and they opened the back for the quests to walk around. From start to finish the entire staff was amazing and made this a memorable event. The event was such a success we now have people asking about points of contacts and pricing. If you are looking into places to host your special event don’t pass up your opportunity to have it here.

There is a free shuttle from the downtown log cabin. $30 entry and the attendants were very helpful explaining the tools and building as you walk through them. The free shows are nice to watch as well. Plan for around 1.5-2 hrs here.

Had a wonderful time learning about the native culture. It is a great place to learn about the culture and unfortunately what was done to stifle it in the past. The demonstration of the native games and dance was great. The tour of the various types of dwellings that were built across such a wide range of climate and conditions was enlightening. Shout to to Zach our guide who was not only very knowledgeable but super entertaining as well. I highly recommend a stop here.

If you are seriously interested in learning about Alaska, you just visit this center. The gallery about the various people groups is fascinating along with a timeline of settlement of the territories. The hard truths are presented well to make us all think and reflect. There are informative films and demonstrations in the main building that were very educational. I highly recommend taking a guided tour of the various areas so you can learn as much as possible about the various settlements and ways of life.

Awesome cultural experience, they have multiple native experiences such as story telling, songs, and dances by natives, so much info on the local tribes and history. Great place to visit and learn about the real alaska from the people who know best, many local craft options for sale as well.

While the exhibit gallery is fairly limited, the tour of 5 different tribal homes and the several life shows they offered were quite interesting. Takes 3-4 hours if you do the guided tour and one or two of the shows.

Very organized and our guide Simon Friday did a wonderful job taking us down the rivers.

Been there eight trips and enjoyed every trip to the max. Great service and unique an unusual expiernices.

Have been three times. Always phenomenal

This place is awesome! The owners were the best they were so friendly and helpful. We came to pan for gold and were treated to a top notch experience. We felt like vip customers. The shop and museum were amazing great stuff and quality of products. Our boys loved panning for gold and were so excited to find pieces of gold. I can't say enough about this place and how friendly they were helping and explaining many things. Prices were actually very reasonable. And amazing quality of products sold here. Thank you for the one of a kind experience and hands on training with gold panning.

The owner and staff are amazing! Such a cool place with a gorgeous view and unique Alaskan products. We were given a tour, and my little cousins got to learn the names of their free-range chickens and ducks. It’s a mini museum with a gold mining experience.

Cool little ma and pa gold panning spot off the highway to Kenai peninsula. The nephews like it so much we went twice! The gentlemen that runs the place has been there for 40 years with lots of interesting stories!!! Come check them out!!!

This place has always looked interesting and my family and I finally stopped by after going to Girdwood for the day. We didn't do any panning for gold (this time) but the gift shop was great and had some authentic items. The owners were so kind, especially to my son. The woman owner told me she had even given birth in the cabin we were standing in! (After seeing my newborn). The ducks and chickens were great to see running around, and when the woman collected the eggs she let us all feel that the duck egg was still warm. Just felt like the Alaskan dream in there with sincere people running it. Will definitely be back as the kids get older and to take any guests we have.

Neat little quirky gift shop where you can pan for gold, silver, etc .. we were fascinated by the ducks and chickens and turkeys. Worth a quick little stop

What a beautiful place. The scenery was wonderful and the blacksmith shop was really cool. Be sure you stop and check out the topographical quilt there in the blacksmith shop. It is so detailed and intricate. Then, before you leave, make sure you stop in the gift shop and, after selecting everything you want to get, grab one of the “Car Payment Cookies!” We got the oatmeal raisin cookie and it was probably one of the best cookies I’ve ever had (and they go to a good cause). We didn’t do the gold panning, which I’m sure is fun, but what we did end up doing we really enjoyed.

Must see stop if you’re traveling the Seward Highway! Stopped in today with our 3 kids and everyone had a fantastic time. The couple running the place were fantastic. The wife showed us the proper way to pan for gold even tho I think the kids dumped most into the water barrels. The husband was also great, he asked our daughters if they wanted to help let the chickens and ducks out. In a world that everything is so expensive it’s only $1 per person to get in. Nice gift shop with lots of different types of stuff. Even the pay dirt was reasonable. 3 sizes $20/$50/$100. We got the $50 dollar bucket and took the 4 of us more then 2 hours to get thru it!

For transparency sake I will say Jason is my brother-in-law (Husband of sister-in-law). That being said I had never been to Alaska or done anything like this. Well, I was lucky enough to get this experience and It was one of the best times of my life! Jason is clearly an expert river navigator and for me it would be worth it just for the boat ride and the beauty of the nature. But the experience is fishing and we killed it! We went a little later in the morning so we went trout fishing and we couldn't keep the beautiful rainbows off the hook. Jason was such a great guide and for me a teacher. At the end my wife even nailed a beautiful chrome sockeye salmon that was too big for the trout set-up we had. Jason's expertise was able to coach her during the battle of the salmon on 7lb test line. It was big enough for family dinner. We saw a bear, countless eagles and unbelievable views of Alaska. I could go on and on, It was really unforgettable in every good way possible.

We had the best time fishing with Jake on our honeymoon. He was so friendly, patient and fun to be with that we didn't want the day to end. We caught TONS of fish and laughed the entire time doing it. Thanks to Jake, we have some coho to bring home and enjoy for a long, long time. I can't say enough about the fantastic experience we had thanks to Jake and Jason.

Hands down the BEST guide service ever! Jason is so patient and thorough! He teaches you the moment you step foot in the boat. We learned everything from the wildlife around us to how to drift fish with a fly rod like a pro! We also stayed in his cabin which is accommodating and cozy! We can’t wait to book another trip back to Alaska to fish with him again!

Had a really great time with them on the river. Taught us many things and saw beautiful scenery. Need to bring my wife next time.

Jason was outstanding as our guide. Very knowledgeable in every way as he not only knows were the best fishing spots are but also teaches the best techniques for this style of fly fishing. Has relaxed, easy going personality and a pleasure to be with. Dennis and Mike

Angle 45 had to have been one of my most memorable vacations. Jason was an incredible host and made us feel so welcome. Our adventure on the Kenai River was indescribable. Jason had so much patience with our group and by the time we left we all felt like seasoned anglers. Hope to return someday.

I had such an amazing time fishing with Jake. He was super friendly and taught us a lot about the fish & some of the tips and tricks he's learned over the years. I would HIGHLY recommend these guys to anyone looking to really have fun. It was funny when we finished the day and caught ~40 fish between two people and then talked other people when we were pulling the boat out and they caught 2.

We did the nature float with our kiddo. It was beautiful, but I think we will definitely be ready for the white water the next time. The guides were great. They were very personable. Lots of wildflowers along the float.

What an AMAZING day on the river! We did all three canyons and had a blast! Our guide was popcorn and his instruction and skill is unrivaled. You are in great hands here! If you listen to their instruction you will have a safe and thrilling day! This is truly the best white water in Alaska. Be sure to get your photos at the end as they came out amazing and you can relive your adventure when you get home! 10/10 experience at a 10/10 outfitter!

We did the Six Mile Creek Three Canyon whitewater trip. Great experience and a thrilling paddle. Would definitely do it again! The guides were great and worked hard to make sure everyone was safe and had fun. Top notch outfitter!

It was a wonderful experience. We extended to the three canyon trip, it was a great time. Our guide Popcorn was an expert driver, and very knowledgeable of the river. I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for some challenging adventures. Kylie took great pictures. Tommy was right there ready to help if needed.

The six mile river run is great the guides are terrific. I have taken this trip many times every year and take new people with me each time last year a person in my group got out after second canyon he was afraid of falling out not being able to swim. So they refunded his money for the third canyon he didn’t do. But this year person in my group said I want out immediately after swim test because he was exhausted and wouldn’t feel safe so he didn’t do any rafting. But he didn’t get any refund because they said they don’t unless they decide he was unsafe UH! I think if the rafter says this is too much for me after the swim test it should be honored. I understand people that generally change there mind shouldn’t but someone that fails the swim test should be refunded. Think about it that the purpose of the test he wasn’t trying to get out of paying he didn’t want to drown. I think it was tacky to say he chose not to go vs he chose not to go after struggling in swim test in calm water vs rapids. Again guides have always been good river run great but two stars because safety trumps all things

What a rad experience! We ran all three canyons on Six Mile Creek at high water with Chugach Outdoor Center. It was phenomenal. Our guide was Sanders Pearsall and he expertly navigated our raft through the Strong Class III - V whitewater on one of Alaska’s most intense and technical whitewater runs. Six Mile Creek is renowned in the whitewater community, and this was an unforgettable experience that our group will never forget. Thanks to the whole Chugach Outdoor Center team for a fun, safe, and overall amazing trip!

Amazing experience! I can't recommend Six Mile and the Chugach Outdoor Center highly enough. The whitewater is world-class, the river is spectacular, and the guides perfectly balanced safety with a wicked good time. A must-do Alaskan whitewater experience.

This was an amazing half day excursion! Bob is the ultimate guide. It was a challenging, fun, scenic, exhilarating, wet and DIRTY tour of of the Chugach National Forest. Midway we went on a great hike and Bob knew where all the great photo op spots were (as an added bonus, he’s a great photographer and got some memorable shots of us with our own cameras). We were were glad we did the half day as it provided a ton of backwoods fun and gave us time to do something different in the afternoon! Thanks Bob!

Absolute 10/10 must do if you’re in the Anchorage area!! Bob was an excellent tour guide we had an amazing experience. Change of clothes is a good idea to bring and a GoPro if you have one. Even with minimal to no ATV experience, this is still an excellent experience and well worth it. We were fortunate enough to see a brown bear fishing for salmon in a river at the end of the tour. Bob was always looking out for wildlife and has years of experience on these trails. Some places ask you to leave a review but not here, I’m just writing this so more people can have a great experience with this company on this tour. Thanks again Bob!

Had an AMAZING tour this past weekend. Kris was the best tour guide, super knowledgeable about the area and very personable. Made sure everyone felt comfortable on the ATV before heading out and took us on some amazing trails with the most beautiful views. I seriously think this is the best and most authentic alaska ATV tour out there. Made unforgettable memories on this trip. I absolutely loved every second of it. Thank yall so much for the experience!!!

Ended up just being the two of us - Bob guiding and me following. Was good, flexible and fun. If I had one request it would be to go up higher in elevation…not sure if the ATV trails do but if so would be nice. Owner on the phone and txt was very pleasant and responsive and git me in last minute as I decided getting out in the dirt way better than spa day at Alyeska. My guide Bob was very cordial and also knowledgeable, with a good eye for spotting wildlife. Definitely recommend Alaska ATV Adventures. Thanks.

Phenomenal tour! ATV trail ride, a hike to see a waterfall, and we were able to see 3 bears with a spotting scope. It is a great way to experience some of Chugach.

This was an amazing Alaska adventure! The trail was challenging and high energy and fun! We took a nature walk to a beautiful waterfall. Really a great day on the Chubach trails.

This was a great ride through the forest. We had no equipment failures, and the hike down to the river full of salmon was epic. It has rained ,so there was water everywhere! Perfect start to our vacation.

Steep at the beginning and you can transition to switch backs. I only chose moderate because of the initial steepness and also because it can get fairly muddy. All in all, the trail is great. Fantastic views. Dog Friendly and kid friendly on dry days. Bear scat on the trail frequently so make sure to carry. To the top and back or take the loop to the top and around in about 2 hours or less. We spent lots of time at the top, so that's why I selected 2-3hrs.

I was nervous to go alone and immediately seen bear skat but I called people and made noise haha! Other people are around too. Went towards the homestead and it's been bulldozed. They cleared the trees along the trail though and the views are incredible. The other trail is for people that get out more than me! I'm a chubby tourist and know my limits!

Great hike for kids and broken folks like me. Absolutely beautiful view of Eagle River, the Arm, and Anchorage. Make sure you look this one up on the All Trails app or something similar. It's very easy to end up climbing the face or trespassing if you pick the wrong path because the trail is not marked and the information board has been empty for years. Might be a good Eagle project...

A moderate difficulty hiking trail and more so if you take the steeper short cuts on the way up!

BEAUTIFUL! If you plan on just driving up there, you still get an amazing view from the top! Park on the side of the road and walk to the edge to get the view 😎 For the hike, it was pretty rough. I would wait until the ice melts because that was extremely dangerous doing it. It's a steady incline all of the way up and it hardly flats out. The views from the top were gorgeous! I recommend having good ice cleats and walking sticks if you're doing this in the winter! For the summer, enjoy the climb 😀

A nice little hike. You need some entry level fitness and health to complete this hike to the summit. Trail can be slippery and lung capacity and balance are important

First time wearing crampons and glad we did. Pretty icy with about an inch of snow the day we were there. VERY steep! Cardio wise I was ok but, man! My quads and calfs were feeling the burn. 🔥 But ya know, pain is just weakness leaving the body. :-)

Fantastic afternoon activity!! We were able to take our time, wander through the trains, farm and military equipment and vehicles and grounds. This place is SO NEAT!! Worth the drive!! Highly Recommend!!

So cool, we went twice during our 9-day trip to Willow, AK. Loved stepping back into history with the cars, trucks, boats, farm equipment, and especially the trains. Cute little gift shop with a model train running near the ceiling.

It was in an out of the way place and our expectations weren't high, but it was a very good surprise. Lots of old, well placed exhibits. We really enjoyed our time there

There were many trains, autos, military, airplanes, fire trucks. Well worth the $8-10 admission. The staff were very knowledgeable and helpful.

We went to the haunted Halloween train this year. I loved the decor they used, they really went all out. I personally wasn't scared throughout the experience (only because I'm a horror film fan, lol) but others were. Plus they try to make it kid friendly. The walk through was $13 per person which isnt too bad, & the paintball gun shootout was $25 for 50 balls (we did not do this part). 😐 all profits did go to a non-profit. And all those that worked were all volunteers. Hay ride at the end of the haunted walk, and hot chocolate with a cookie. A nice chill night with the family. In all a great experience.

You must visit here!! Friendly staff and it's easy to get around. No annoying gift store!!

We had a good time at the haunted museum with friends and a bunch of kids. Very well put together.

This was a great stop. They have a wonderful museum and you can see some of the trophies. There is also a movie that you can see. The dogs were not available since the weather was really rainy. They also have a nice gift shop.

We stopped by today for the summer sled dog cart rides with Riley Dyche. The dogs were so sweet and it was a lot of fun watching them run. They got really excited when they saw the cart come out. This is a great activity if you’re in the area looking for something to do. There weren’t many people when we went so we didn’t have to wait long at all. We went into the gift shop and visitor’s center after the cart ride and had fun looking around. They even have a 30 minute video option if you have time to sit down and learn all about the Iditarod.

We were very excited to go there. We saw the dogs leave pulling a cart with a couple in it. They came back in less than 5 minutes. Short ride. In the mean time we asked if we could pet the dogs and the wander was: "If you're not going to get a ride you can't pet them" Fair bit rude and money driven. We headed to the sort of museum, and yeah you can find some artefacts. They play a 30 minute movie which you can buy in CD format. It is mainly a shop with souvenirs with a small room with seats for the video.

Its a lovely place to interact with the huskies. The merch store is also great and the museum is great to get an understanding of the history. You can get a husky drawn sledge ride ( even in summer ).

We went in June, and we got to go on a short ride with the dogs,mashed by Riley. We watched a video and were lucky to be there on the day they were signing up mushers for next year's race and met the reigning champion. The gift shop was great and we got a book with great information regarding the Iditarod.

We learned about the Iditarod on our Princess cruise from Ryan Redington, the grandson of Joe Redington, and got to see two of his newest puppies. Very cool little museum showcasing the history of the race. The kids loved doing the ride on the dog sled and meeting all the dogs.

Nice free museum and gift shop. $10 dog sled rides are offered to support the dog team. Lots to see to learn the history of the Iditarod

The staff working was amazing (04/01/25). Greeted us at entry with a warm welcome. Provided my granddaughter with a scavenger hunt and prize at completion. Also provided her an arts and craft. Small vistor center with maps and brochures. Historical museum and gift shop. I would recommend

The Wasilla Elementary School is located by this museum. The School was built in 1917 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. Check it out!

Very nice, cozy museum and visitor center. When we were there, a friendly, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable staff member was a wealth of information and generally just brightened our day with her happy energy. It was free when we attended, although our guide book said that it would be about $18 per family. The museums quite small, so may not be worth paying to see. The visitor center has plenty of information about wasilla and the larger area.

Small museum showcasing the history of Wasilla, in addition to travel material, and other old collections. Such as a calendar dated back to 1947! The staff were also very friendly.

We stopped by the Visitor Center because my daughter was in a zoom meeting and we had time to kill while she was in her meeting. We are glad we stopped by the center!! We met a Kelly who was so much fun to talk to! She gave us a ton of information and history of Alaska! The remaining of our day turned out ahhhmazing with the suggestions she gave us!! ❤️

Discover the essence of Wasilla's past and present at the Museum and Visitor Center. With vibrant local crafts, engaging Kids Days, and interactive exhibits, it's a must-visit for history buffs and families alike. Dive into the story of the community and its artisans in a fun, educational setting.

Took my kids ages 3,5,7,13 they all enjoyed it and so did I. The younger man that greeted us was friendly and interacted with the kids well. The tour guide is so full of knowledge of our local history. I highly encourage, if you haven't been there, go at least once. It's not because it's super exciting but just for a hint of where this town comes from.

Well-maintained trail leading to a gorgeous waterfall. It isn’t a hard trail, but there are several steep up-and-downs. We saw a couple with children in a wagon and they didn’t seem to love the choice they made! 1/2 mile to gorge overlook, 1 mile to the waterfall. Took us 38 minutes to get out and back. Parking was plentiful, even for our 24’ RV.

Nice easy walk, wide trail. The first incline is steep but not hard. Beautiful water fall. Has an outhouse and nice parking lot- $5 parking fee

The walking at Thunderbird Falls Trail is very peaceful. Nice flat trail with almost no obstructions like roots and rocks, but it does have a couple steep incline sections that can leave you searching for your breath if you go to fast. Near the end of the mail trail is an offshoot that has a little more hazard to it, but I didn’t find it bad, nut your experience may vary. The offshoot has several obstructions but I think it’s worth it because you can get up close to the falls. If you go on a sunny day, the views are kind of spectacular at points along the way. It only takes an hour to make the hike, but you might want to stop and enjoy the views, so plan on additional time for pictures and sightseeing.

It’s a short hike that is not too difficult, making it great for the family. The falls are pretty, but are a bit underwhelming compared to some others in the area. The trail is well maintained and not too far outside Anchorage. Definitely worth the trip if you’re a nature lover or just looking for something to do that doesn’t consume your whole day.

Family friendly easy hike with beautiful views. Would suggest taking the creek trail after the waterfall viewpoint.

We like hiking this trail. It is an easy short trail. It is beautiful in summer and when frozen in winter.

Great short hike. Good views

What an absolutely beautiful little Nature Center. Enjoy the manicure Trail. At the time of our visit the longer path was closed due to bear activity and the Salmon Run. The Beaver Pond The Overlook. The interesting Visitor Center made for a great visit. They have a few different hiking trails you can walk. The trails and very well marked making planing your hike a breeze. We really enjoyed our visit to the Eagle River Nature Center

Visitors - add this to your list! Beautiful and serene. The trails are easy to navigate as signs are clearly marked. Locals - this is a wonderful place to take a break and enjoy the quiet environment. *images are late September

I love this nature center! It’s a great place to walk your dog and bask in the sun while enjoying some fresh air and great views. The trails are constantly updated and maintained.

This place is a great destination for outdoor lovers, wildlife viewers, adventure seekers, hikers, campers, or even dog mushers. Small fee to park or you can buy the annual pass. Small animal exhibit inside with some souvenirs and snacks. Take the trails that lead you into the nature center but bring bear bells, bear spray, and a 10mm or higher. During the salmon runs you can run into brown bears. Be sure to check the recent bear activity signs before heading in. They update the signs for trail closures as well. The staff love their jobs and are very friendly. There are tons of programs for kids and lots of events here. Don’t miss out!

Eagle River Nature Center was a fun hike. We wanted to do Albert Loop and Rodak Trail but these were closed because of the Salmon and Bear. The one trail open was Iditarod which led down to Rapids Campsite and a peek at the water. At this point there is a small hidden path up to a bench and lookout with 360 degree view.

The Eagle River Nature Center is an amazing spot to visit outside Anchorage. It was our first proper stop on a long road trip across the state and what an incredible introduction to the beauty of Alaska! We arrived shortly before opening but the trails are still accessible and especially quiet at the time in the morning. As we were leaving, we received some very helpful advice from the couple at the welcome desk (including some further hiking suggestions). Highly recommended as a place to go exploring in the outdoors!

Great hiking and there was enough parking for our group. Very easy paths for kids and families with nice views of the river and surrounding mountains

Very cool place if you like historic things, geology or even just nature. Everything looks like it was just left and abandoned except for the visitor center and a few displays. I went on a Tuesday so it wasn't very crowded. Also, there are many trails at the site and around the area. The main path around the majority of buildings is paved and easy to walk.

Independence Mine State Historical Park is such a fascinating place to visit. The old gold mining camp gives you a glimpse into Alaska’s past, with historic buildings and breathtaking mountain views all around. Last night, we drove up near the park to an open area and watched the northern lights. It was absolutely magical—the quiet of the mountains, the cool night air, and the auroras dancing across the sky made the whole experience unforgettable.

Great experience here in Hatchers Pass! They’ve many wonderful trails to explore and a lot of information to learn about the history of the area. We were really impressed! We hiked about 2 miles is all, but got in a decent workout thanks to the ascent. The lake was a beautiful end to our exploring - and still had ice on it in some spots! No bears spotted - but someone had earlier that week. $5 parking and plenty of it.

First of all Alaska state parks are amazing at $5 daily day pass in 2025. This site is incredible. So many different trails for different ability levels. My husband and son did a super challenging loop up to a lake. My mother in law and I walked maintained paths around the mine site. There were tons of families with strollers and every age child imaginable. Next the tour in bunk house 2 run by Salmon Berry is so worth it($15/adult but ask for different discounts kids, military, veteran, senior citizens) You get access into locked buildings. The site just received grants for renovations so some buildings are still closed. The tour is roughly an hour every hour.

Took my doggos for doggos adventure day. It was a Tuesday so not too many people. We had a good walk and wore them out. The trail is well worn and followable. A few slippery spots, but with good tread on your shoes, you should be fine. The view is always gorgeous, we just happened to pick a perfect day for it!

We had the BEST time here! My husband had really wanted to see an old mine town on our trip and the Independence Mine had it all. They have a mine shaft you can view the entrance of and you are able to walk around the whole town. They have done a great job with putting information out of each of the buildings and areas around the site so you can learn more about what everything was used for and how the operation worked as well as the people who lived and worked there. When we were there, 2 buildings were open. The mine manager’s house and bunk house 2. Both of these had exhibits inside. We also went when there was still a bunch of snow at the top. We didn’t know this would be the case, but luckily we had our water proof hiking boots with us so we were still able to explore pretty comfortably. Don’t be like us though, check the weather before heading up the mountain. There might be snow even if it’s June! There are 2 public restrooms available in the parking area. They are your standard park restrooms and there is no sink, so bring your hand sanitizer. There is $5 parking fee. I’m not sure what the gift shop hours are but they do have snacks and drinks (like hot coco) incase you’d like something while you’re up there.

Had a great time here. Did the hike up to the icy lake. Was a bit of a challenge but definitely worth it for the experience and views.

Jessica was a great tour guide. They clearly love their animals and make efforts to keep the herd happy and healthy. We found this place on accident while on vacation and I'm so happy that we stopped and did the 45 minute tour. Worth the cost of the tickets!

Probably the only place you'll see Musk Ox up close! Faculty and staff were very nice and attentive. Their modern facility does a great job at showcasing these interesting, Arctic animals. I liked the tour, however I wish we could've seen more of the farm. We stood and talked in the same few places longer than I would've liked.

My partner and I were going back and forth between deciding to visit the zoo, wildlife preserve or the Muskox farm. Clearly we decided on the farm and we couldn’t have been happier. We chose the farm because we wanted a personal group experience with a knowledgeable guide. Our guide was Jessica and she was fun, knowledgeable and was able to answer all of our groups questions. We learned so much and it was really cool to be a safe distance to a muskox. We definitely enjoyed the hour long tour and would recommend!

Did the tour yesterday with Jessica B. It was absolutely amazing. The musk ox are very interesting and have different personalities. Definitely worth a trip!

Great visit here. Who knew, a farm in Alaska? And Musk Ox this low in the state. 45 minute tour was great. $82 for the whole fam. What a steal. Got all kinds of information about the Oxes on a scenic farm. Perfect.

I highly recommend taking a tour! You can't go beyond the museum room without a tour and it so, so worth it. Learned a lot and fell in love with the musk ox. Thank you to the knowledgeable and kind staff for all your work!!

Wonderful experience. Knowledgeable guide with lots of insight and experience. We learned so much and it was a beautiful farm. The musk ox were so cool to see and learn about. Highly recommend!

Wonderful, friendly, knowledgeable women! Thank you so much for your time and thoughts! Lived learning about the history of Palmer!

A lot of good information. The lady who waited on us was not too friendly, that's why the 4 stars. Showed history, culture, great little gift shop. We bought some seeds from the beautiful garden planted outside.

Very nice center with some exhibits. The grounds have a gorgeous garden.

Cool spot, some souvenirs to look at, historical information & a beautiful garden around back.

Take the time to walk the gardens, beautiful in all seasons. They also have a lot of activities during colony days and colony Christmas. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Cute and kitchsy. The lady at the register was so patient with the folks from the cruise boat asking really dumb questions.

Cute little place was a lifesaver for my 3-year-old nephew, who needed the restroom!

We had a ton of fun at the Reindeer Farm! The kids loved petting the baby reindeer, bunnies, and alpacas. Feeding the moose and bison was also a huge highlight. The staff is very knowledgeable and kind. I would highly recommend visiting this farm if you have time near Palmer.

I can't recommend a stop here enough on your Alaska adventure! This was a real highlight of the trip, and getting to feed real reindeer and moose was so much fun! The animals are so cute and friendly, and the tour guides were helpful and knowledgable.

We had an incredible day at the reindeer farm. I loved our tour guide and her love and knowledge of the animals. My kids played for a long time after the tour and we had such a happy time as a family. Thank you for providing a beautiful place to create memories!

Fun place to take the whole family. Not overly priced for entry. Lots to see. Places for kids to play after walking around for a couple of hours. There is even a reptile exhibit. Animals range from moose, elk, musk ox, etc. A lot of furry four legged animals to see here. There are even caribou antlers for sale! Kids can feed the reindeer and enjoy some hotdogs! Nice coffee shop inside the barn. Totally recommend this as a trip for the family, especially when visitors from out of state come to visit. All of the staff is super friendly.

Super cute Halloween set up. Great for all ages. Wear layers. Have some petty cash for food trucks, coffee, gift shop. Gift shop has some cute stuff for babies, toddlers and young children. Some neat stuff for adults too, clothes accessories ect.

Totally worth the buzz. So much to see and do. Located at the base of some huge mountains, you can’t go wrong. We saw a golden eagle flying to its nest on the mountain ledge. We were able to pet animals and feed them. So much fun!

We had a great time! The big bubble station at playground was a hit! I want to recreate that at my house. My daught loved feeding the bunnies. The tractor ride was good too. Good choice to spend half a day.

Such a beautiful hike! Highly recommend

Great short hike. 2 sides to try. One side has a nice trail leading to stairs all the way to the top. The other is a more challenging climb without stairs and a steeper climb to the top. No matter your choice, the 360 degree views will not disappoint.

Lots of stairs, but super worth it at the top!! This is my second time up, and I still enjoyed it.

Beautiful views. If you hike up one trail you may want to go down that same trail. We started at The Butte Trailhead (Sandvik Family Trail) and came down the other side, on the stairs and ended up at the West Butte Trailhead. We aren't from the Palmer/Wasilla area so we didn't know what to expect. There didn't appear to be a direct route back (without hiking back up and down again) to our starting point so we had to walk 5 miles around, on the Bodenberg Loop road, to get back to the car. We enjoyed the hike, and detour back to the car, even if we didn't know exactly where we were going.

It’s a fun family hike with great views of the valley and glacier

I loved this hike. I had to get in better shape to enjoy it. The views are great as you go up on this side of the Butte. (There are 2 sides. The other side just had stairs.) Enjoy!

Great hike. Worth it! Great view! Once you make it past the 505 steps... hard but small children can do it.

Gorgeous waterfall just off the road. You have to look carefully to find this place. There is a small sign that points to the falls. You can see the falls from the main road, but you really should take the dirt track up to the turnaround and walk the 100-150 yards up towards the falls for a much better view This is not an ‘improved’ site, so the trail isn’t paved or gravelled, other than the natural rocks. Its a waterfall in its most natural setting

Turn in at the mailbox. Free parking Short walk

Vertical river cascading loudly

Nice and serene!

Did the 3 hour glacier hike with Angie and Chantae. It was a really great tour and value. The guides were extremely fun. The communication was great on safety and direction during the excursion. They both had a wealth of knowledge about glaciers and the environment around us. They were very helpful with suggestions for other sites , activities and dinning in the area. We took several of their suggestions! The office was also very helpful before the trip. Hope to do other tours with Nova in the future!

We can’t say enough about Nova Alaska Guides. Everyone we encountered was great and both of our adventures were amazing! Pretty sure our 14 year old has now found his calling to come join your crew as a guide in the summers when he gets to college 😎🧗🏞️ Day 1 with Nova: We had an amazing day with Drew & Thomas on the Backcountry Ice Climbing tour. They were so knowledgeable & appreciated their attention to safety. This was a very long & challenging day but was something we will remember forever and a highlight from our Alaska vacation. We also really appreciated how much this tour challenged us (2 adults & 14 year old) & we’re proud that we accomplished it! Thank you Nova, Thomas & Drew! Day 2 with Nova: Wow! This was by far the most thrilling & exhilarating experience of our entire vacation! Once again, Nova guides continued to impress us with their attention to safety on the Six Mile Canyon Whitewater rafting experience. They made sure we were safe & had a blast from the time we got onto the bus. Huge thank you to Jarvis, Bear, Newbie & the rest of the crew! This haiku is dedicated to all of you 😉😂 Thrills in Alaska Bear took us down a river Yay! We didn’t die!

We joined the glacier hike tour and it was absolutely incredible! The rope descent was an unexpected thrill that made the adventure even more exciting. The entire experience was unforgettable, with breathtaking views at every step. Huge thanks to our amazing guides, Maya and Drew — they’re simply the best!

Drew is definitely one of the most knowledgeable, fun, and safe tour guides we've had on our one month excursion in Alaska. Our family had a memorable family time trekking and climbing the Matanuska glacier. Drew and his team made sure that everyone had a great experience of ice climbing while ensuring everyone's maximum safety. Ice climbing is a gear specific sport and NOVA ice guides ensured that all climbers are fully equipped. I highly recommend NOVA for ice climbing.

So amazing! The guides (Sam and Chante) were friendly, knowledgeable and fabulous and the tour was definitely do-able. Easy for most of it, we had to be a little careful with our footing for some of it but the chains/spikes for the boots were great. Also the boots they gave were super comfortable and fit really well. In 55 degrees, I wore a fleece, sweatshirt and windbreaker and I was totally fine. Really cool experience!

Fantastic excursion! Our guide, Angie, was very knowledgeable and great with our kid. Angie was relaxed and fun as a tour guide, but alert to hazards and always kept safety a priority. Would love to book another excursion again with her and NOVA next time we are in Alaska.

My trip on the glacier was wonderful and that was due to Nate, our guide. I really appreciated the small ratio of 1 guide to 4 customers. I especially enjoyed the extra time on the 6 hour adventure trek. Nate knows the glacier well and his attention to safety and adventure was fantastic.

Such an awesome experience! Took my mom here from out of state and we both had a blast! They are friendly and very knowledgeable. We loved the beautiful views of Matanuska Glacier & Matanuska River. If you wanna go zip lining- go here!

Went ziplining for the first time today on a total whim, and I’m SO glad we did. Elizabeth and Emerson were truly awesome—super kind, patient, and down to earth. My friend’s kid was really nervous at first, but they took the time to interact with her, boost her confidence, and reassure her the ten (or maybe twenty) times she asked if anyone had ever died. 😂 Many high-fives were had when she finally decided to take the leap. It made the whole day feel extra special. Super grateful for their expertise and for an awesome experience, living out my Nat Geo dreams one zipline at a time. PS: Silver lining of being near the higher end of the weight limit: achieving near-supersonic speeds upon descent ⚡️💨😂

Good but maybe not great zip line, just one line you ride twice. Yes, it is fast, but just one line. The staff are friendly and helpful, but somewhat cavalier regarding equipment safety - my primary harness came loose from the trolly upon impacting the brake and thankfully the secondary remained attached. The staff seemed little concerned about this somewhat frightening failure. Regardless, if you dare, there is a nice package available with a MICA guided tour of the Matanuska Glacier.

We had the BEST time zipping with Ryan and Emma!! They took awesome pictures of us and made sure we were educated about the zip and the GLAY. Such a fun day!!! That second tower is so fast!!!

We booked the zipline at Matanuska Glacier to end our 2 week family vacation that began with several days in Vancouver, Canada, included a 7 night Alaskan cruise, and ended in Anchorage. Of all the activities and excursions we participated in during this trip (there were many), this was hands down the best thing we did! This was our first time zip lining, and I was worried my kids age 9, 11, 13, were going to chicken out. However, the guides were fantastic, and made us feel really comfortable. My kids wanted to go again once it was over! The drive is a bit far from Anchorage, but the views along the drive were incredible. We chose this zipline over another that was a shorter drive, and so glad we did. Their website was very clear on their refund and cancellation policy. We allotted a couple of extra hours in case of road construction so that we wouldn’t be late. That allowed us to hike trails nearby. The entire area is beautiful.

The guides were great -- two young female workers (Gina and Madison) and their senior (Alec), all enthusiastic and cheerful, drove us to two points for the double zipline. The first line gets you to about 20-30 mph fast while the second one gets you to 60-65 mph fast. If the wind is too much, they cancel the second zipline and refund you 50%. But luckily in our case, the wind was just about the right speed to let us take the second zipline. It was a great experience.

I took my daughter there for her birthday and the instructors Alexic and Leania were both very knowledgeable and helpful during the whole experience. This was our first time, I would highly recommended it. My daughter and I will definitely do again sometime.

If you ever traveling to Alaska this is just North of Anchorage a ways off the beaten path and it's a must-see and the guides are very knowledgeable. Pricing was good and they have zip ziplining, four wheeler guided tours and much more to offer.

Had a blast! All the machines are new and the views beyond gorgeous. Tommy is awesome at what he does. See you next time!

Awesome time for our family. Prompt friendly service that made us all feel at home. Tom was very knowledgeable and took the time to ensure we were comfortable before heading out on the trails. Great views, fun trails and good stories. We got into some good mud and saw some moose. We are still working to get the mud off the kids faces. Great time and thanks again,we will be sure to recommend it to our friends.

We had the best time on this trip. We really enjoyed Tommy our guide and found him to be very knowledgeable and accommodating from beginning to end. He is very pleasant and safety conscious. All equipment and ATV/UTV’s are in great shape And well-maintained. We are so thankful we book this trip. We had one rider that had never been on anything like this Because she’s not a very outdoorsy person and she really enjoyed it. This is definitely a trip your whole family can enjoy. You better believe when we come back we will be booking again.

My wife and friends and I had nothing short than the time of our lives! Tommy made his schedule flexible to accommodate our last minute arrival. He had a great knowledge of the history of the land we rode on. The experience will definitely be unforgettable and I HIGHLY recommend it that you stop and take the tour if you're in the area! The views were breath taking and Tommy's jokes made for an even better and more fun ride!

We had such a great time with Tommy! Definitely recommend riding as a passenger and letting him drive if you don’t have a lot of experience with ATVs. With him driving you can get the full Indiana Jones experience, admire the views and see tons of different terrains. Highly highly recommend!!!

This was such a fun and exciting tour! We got to experience a few different terrains and got to see some wildlife along the way. The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. The equipment was in great condition.This trip was worth every penny! We could not recommend it enough!!

What's to say... It's a glacier and you can drive to it. I will repeat it's a glacier you can drive to... So go do it! As you would expect there is some amount of physicality needed since you are walking on a glacier. But there are guides and equipment available (and required). We went with a small tour group, but I am told that you can also walk up.

Wonderful place! You can look at the glacier with a few steps to walk. Nice and quiet camp sites. Washrooms are very clean.

Fantastic scenery. I was here in Mid October and the glacier was visible from the road

Beautiful area for viewing the valley and Glacier. The views are expansive, stretching for miles. The Glacier stretches into the distance and around the mountain out of site. There is a short trail (one mile) that leads to different views with informative signs describing what you are seeing. We had a picnic her at one of the many tables available. All in all, this is a great place to visit.

There’s a small day-use fee, I think it was $5 or $7, can’t remember exactly. You just get the envelope from the parking lot and put money in there then put it in a box. It’s a nice green space for picnic and family hangout. Nice short trail to the viewpoint of Matanuska Glacier, lots if mosquitoes on the trail. There are plenty of restrooms around.

Such an amazing place on earth. Totally love it.

Worth the drive from Anchorage. One mile hiking trail that's a nice break from the car ride. The trail is not flat due to tree roots and there are slightly steep portions. The additional view points with information are great.

Shout out to Quinn and Alaina for an amazing glacier trek! We had so much fun laughing and learning from them. Trekking the glacier and getting to do some climbs and rappels was one for the books. Samantha was accommodating when weather conditions changed our initial helicopter plan and honestly, I think we won with the advanced trek - it became about the journey and not just arriving at the destination. We 💯 recommend MICA!

My family and I did the glacier hike and had an incredible time. There was great information on how to prepare and the staff was wonderful. Our guide, Bailey, was so sweet, knowledgeable, funny, helpful, and personable. She even gave us great recommendations on where else to go in the area. We all had such a great time and the glacier itself was obviously so worth it.

The private ice fall trek was an amazing trip with such a great guide, Beryl. This is the only tour we can attend with the two little one, since most of the tour require at least a minimum of eight years old. The trip itself is very interesting and adventure for the children, and also well educate. Thank you MICA guides and Beryl for this amazing glacier trip for our family.

Our experience with MICA Guides at Matanuska Glacier was truly one of the highlights of our Alaska trip! From the moment we arrived, everything ran smoothly — check-in was quick and easy, setting the tone for what turned out to be an extraordinary adventure. We weren’t entirely sure what to expect going in, but the glacier hike exceeded all of our expectations. It was thrilling, adventurous, and absolutely breathtaking. The terrain was diverse and exciting, and we were fortunate to have perfect weather during our hike — it started raining right after we finished, so we really lucked out! We were placed in a small, private group which made the experience feel even more special. Everyone was active and fun, and our guide, Sam, was phenomenal. His energy was contagious, and he was clearly knowledgeable, incredibly well-trained, and absolutely passionate about what he does. Sam was not only entertaining and encouraging, but also made sure we stayed safe while pushing our limits in the best way possible. He guided us to incredible viewpoints, helped us climb unique ice formations, and made sure we didn’t miss a thing. He’s a true professional and clearly born for this kind of wilderness guiding. Reaching the top and taking in the vast, glacial views was nothing short of magical — it felt like we were on another planet. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience that’s hard to put into words. If you're visiting Alaska, this glacier hike is an absolute must-do, even if it requires a long drive (which it did for us — and it was so worth it). Thank you, MICA Guides, and especially Sam, for an unforgettable day!

This hike was absolutely worth recommending! Our guide, Ryan, was extremely reliable and led us on a long and beautiful journey to see stunning glaciers. In the more challenging sections, he stayed close to help and ensure we passed safely. He even got us fresh glacier water to drink and shared fascinating explanations about the geology, landscape, and glacier features. Highly recommended!

We highly recommend ice climbing with MICA Guides! Dakota was our guide for our June 2025 private ice climbing tour and he was fantastic! Our younger son is 11 and Dakota was especially patient and encouraging with him. The adventure was definitely family friendly, and everyone at MICA was friendly and courteous. The scenery was breathtaking, we loved the trek out to the glacier and learning from our guide. We each got to do 4 climbs and Dakota tailored the outing for our individual skills. We had a phenomenal trip to Alaska, full of epic hikes and adventures, but when people ask us what our favorite part was, we all mention our day of ice climbing on Matanuska Glacier!

We had a fabulous time with our guide Sam. Our group of 6 (ages 11, 13, 17, 19, 42 and 43 years old) felt safe hiking around the glacier. Mica lends you raincoats if needed and boots with ice spikes to make the trek easy. Sam was great at taking photos and sharing details about the ice. Highly recommend MICA guides for a group looking for some nature adventures.