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Experience the exhilaration of backcountry skiing and splitboarding in Seward, Alaska. Spend a full day ascending and descending stunning alpine terrain on this guided adventure with Kenai Backcountry Adventures.
Experience the exhilaration of backcountry skiing and splitboarding in Seward, Alaska. Spend a full day ascending and descending stunning alpine terrain on this guided adventure with Kenai Backcountry Adventures.
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Operated by Kenai Backcountry Adventures · Seward, Alaska
Discover the thrill of backcountry skiing and splitboarding on a full-day adventure with Kenai Backcountry Adventures in Seward, Alaska. This experience invites you to power your own ascent through breathtaking Alaskan alpine terrain before carving exhilarating descents on pristine slopes. As you move through varied landscapes—from dense forests to open ridge lines—you’ll adapt to ever-changing snow and weather conditions, sharpening your skills and connection to the mountain environment. Ideal for intermediate to expert winter adventurers, the trip offers a rewarding balance of physical challenge and natural beauty. Beyond the rush of fresh powder, you'll enjoy unparalleled views of the Kenai Peninsula and possibly spot local wildlife along the way. The guides provide expert knowledge on safe backcountry travel and avalanche awareness, ensuring a secure yet exciting adventure. Whether you prefer skiing or splitboarding, this day trip is an outstanding way to engage deeply with Alaska’s winter wilderness while testing your stamina and technique on one of the state’s finest backcountry landscapes. Kenai Backcountry Adventures focuses on sustainable practices, helping preserve this incredible environment for future outdoor enthusiasts. Gear up and prepare for a truly memorable mountain day in Seward's snowy backcountry.
expert.
8–10 hours.
Participants should be in excellent physical shape with strong endurance for continuous uphill travel and technical descents.
Yes, participants should have solid skiing or splitboarding skills and basic backcountry knowledge. Guides provide safety briefings but expect expert-level terrain.
Your guide will continuously evaluate conditions and may adjust or cancel sections of the trip to ensure everyone’s safety.
Yes, they offer splitboard and ski rental packages including avalanche safety gear—reserve in advance to ensure availability.
You should be physically fit with good endurance for uphill travel totaling several thousand feet of elevation gain over the day.
Basic snacks and water are included, but guests are encouraged to bring their own packed lunch and extra hydration.
Seward is about a 2.5-hour drive south of Anchorage via the scenic Seward Highway, accessible by car or shuttle services.
Seward was founded in 1903 as a key shipping port and gateway to Alaska’s wilderness, with a rich cultural history connected to indigenous and frontier communities.
Kenai Backcountry Adventures practices Leave No Trace principles and educates guests on minimizing impact to preserve Seward’s fragile alpine ecosystems.
Kenai Backcountry Adventures is a Seward‑based outfitter delivering guided wilderness experiences across the Kenai Peninsula and Kenai Fjords National Park. The outfitter runs a broad suite of day and multi‑day trips, including snowmobile‑access ice climbing, Exit Glacier ice climbing, snowmobile and snowshoe dual adventures, Resurrection River rafting, Kenai River rafting and packrafting, multi‑day lodge‑based bear safaris, guided bear viewing, Seward wilderness hiking, backcountry camping and multi‑day ski/splitboard expeditions. Local, expert guides lead each trip and focus on hands‑on instruction, clear route knowledge, and safety management in glacier, river, alpine, and coastal backcountry. Small‑group formats are emphasized to maximize personal attention, learning and wildlife viewing while minimizing environmental impact. Multi‑day bear safaris pair remote lodge accommodations with bush flights to prime viewing areas; day trips prioritize interpretive guiding, wildlife spotting and immersive backcountry access. The operation serves a range of ability levels with skill‑sensitive instruction for beginners to advanced participants, offering pre‑trip briefings and gear guidance tailored to each adventure. Kenai Backcountry Adventures follows responsible wildlife viewing and Leave No Trace practices to protect fragile glacial, river and coastal ecosystems. Based in Seward with routes across Resurrection River, the Kenai River corridor, Exit Glacier and surrounding Chugach and Kenai ranges, the outfitter provides local logistics, experienced guides and curated itineraries that showcase Alaska’s glaciers, rivers, mountains and coastal wildlife.
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