Do I need prior mountain biking experience?

While beginners are welcome, a moderate to advanced skill level is recommended to safely enjoy the trails.

What kind of bike is provided?

Alaska Trail Guides offers high-quality full-suspension mountain bikes tailored to your size and the trail terrain.

Are helmets and safety gear included?

Yes, helmets and essential protective gear are provided to ensure your safety throughout the tour.

Is this route suitable for children or teens?

Due to the technical nature, this tour is best suited for adults and experienced young riders aged 14 and up.

Can the tour be customized for different skill levels?

Absolutely, guides adapt the route and pace to match your experience and comfort level.

What wildlife might I see on the ride?

Look out for moose, bald eagles, and occasionally foxes and porcupines along the trails.

Bike and Beast Girdwood: Alaska’s Ultimate Bike Tour

Experience the heart-pounding thrill of the Bike and Beast Girdwood tour offered by Alaska Trail Guides, set just outside Anchorage, Alaska. This exhilarating bike tour takes you through stunning mountain trails, lush forests, and scenic wilderness areas around the charming town of Girdwood. The route is designed for adventure seekers who want to combine challenging downhill biking with incredible views of the Chugach Mountains and local wildlife. Whether you're an intermediate rider or an expert, this private guided experience offers personalized attention and expertly crafted routes to match your skill level. Along the journey, you can expect crisp mountain air, sweeping vistas, and the occasional chance to spot native Alaskan animals like moose and bald eagles. Alaska Trail Guides provides top-quality bikes and gear, plus insights into the area’s ecology and history. Your guide will ensure safety and fun, making it both a fitness challenge and a chance to connect deeply with Alaska’s rugged outdoors. From technical trail sections to smooth singletrack, the Bike and Beast Girdwood tour promises a memorable day of biking adventure in one of America’s wildest playgrounds.

About Alaska Trail Guides

Alaska Trail Guides is a professional outdoor guiding company based in Anchorage, Alaska. The company specializes in guided mountain bike tours, guided hikes, skill clinics, and private lessons that showcase Anchorage’s urban and backcountry trails. Guides lead small groups on curated routes including Kincaid Park, Glen Alps, the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail, Campbell Creek and Chester Creek greenbelts, and Chugach foothills. Tours range from short 3-hour rides to full-day adventures, with options for fat‑tire rides, singletrack technical sessions, progression clinics, and combined bike‑and‑hike experiences.

Every tour includes expert route selection, safety briefings, and provided equipment when specified. Alaska Trail Guides offers private lessons and tailored experiences to match individual skill levels, from beginner orientation to advanced technical clinics that cover braking, cornering, jumping, drops, and suspension setup. Group sizes are kept small for personalized coaching and safer trail access.

The company emphasizes local knowledge, wildlife awareness, and sustainable trail practices to protect sensitive habitat while delivering memorable outdoor experiences. Experienced guides share Anchorage history, highlight scenic viewpoints like Cook Inlet and surrounding mountain ranges, and recommend local dining and logistics after tours. Reliable transportation options and clear gear recommendations are provided for each booking.

Alaska Trail Guides operates with a focus on safety, instruction quality, and authentic Alaskan outdoor immersion, making it a trusted choice for visitors and locals seeking guided mountain biking, fat‑tire adventures, progression clinics, and private mountain bike instruction. Bookings include flexible cancellation policies, expert local recommendations, and clear pre-ride communication for every participant and equipment support.