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Gulkana Glacier Hike

Hike Gulkana Glacier with ODR!

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Hike the Gulkana Glacier with ODR and Steven Miley!

Gulkana Glacier is one of the easiest glacier hiking experiences you can find in Alaska!

Upcoming Trip: August 8, 2020 CANCELED due to unpredictable weather.

  • Participants must drive their own vehicles to and from the site.
  • Meeting point: Outdoor Recreation, Bldg. 627
  • Meeting time: 8:30 a.m.
  • Number of participants: Limited to a minimum of five (5) and a maximum of ten (10) registered participants. 
  • Weather Dependent

Gulkana Glacier Hiking Trip

This relatively well-known hike is a good option for an easy day out surrounded by superlative scenery, as well as a possible access point for the bouldery, but mercifully un-brushy high country that surrounds the Gulkana Glacier Valley.   

  • Distance: 4.6 miles round trip to the glacier
  • Elevation gain: 400 feet
  • Trail type: Hiking
  • Considerations: Road to the trailhead requires moderately high clearance
  • Difficulty:

    • First Part of the Route - Easy

    • Second Part of the Route - Moderate 

To learn more about Gulkana Glacier, please visit: 

Requirements:

  • Practice Social Distancing ​​​
  • Remember your Mask
    • Meeting Point - Outdoor Recreation Center
      • We require the use of a Mask or Cloth Face-Covering in ALL Family and MWR facilities.
    •  During the Hiking Trip
      • Wear a mask or cloth face-covering when you are not able to keep 6 feet of social distancing. 
    • Children under the age of 2 should NOT wear a mask or cloth face-covering. 
  • Outdoor Gear and Clothing
    • These items should be on your hiking checklist:

      • Hiking backpack
      • Weather-appropriate clothing (think moisture-wicking and layers)
      • Hiking boots or shoes
      • Plenty of food
      • Plenty of water
      • First-aid kit
    • Visit the link below to see a comprehensive checklist. The list includes many more items than you'll likely need, though you can adapt it to your hiking trips needs.
Cost

$35 per person

Registration Information

Sign Up Today!

Registration is accepted over the phone. Please call Outdoor Recreation at +1 (907)873-4058 or +1 (907)873-3292. Payment is due at the time of registration.