How do I request an extended stay?

Use the Extended Stay Request booking; a team member will respond within 24 hours to confirm details and availability.

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is 3pm and check-out is 11am.

There is an on-site mercantile with limited options; guests should bring groceries or prepare simple meals in the kitchenette.

Can I add helicopter tours or transport?

Yes—round-trip transportation from Anchorage and helicopter tour add-ons are available through the Extended Stay Request.

Is there wifi and hot water?

Yes—cabins include wifi, a smart TV, and a private bathroom with hot shower.

Basecamp to the Ice: Alaska Glacier Lodge Cabins Near Anchorage and Helicopter Glacier Tours

Perched an hour’s drive north of Anchorage in the gravel flats and braided channels of the Knik River Valley, Alaska Glacier Lodge offers private stand-alone cabins that make a wilderness trip feel like a home base with hot water and a porch. Located at 29979 East Knik River Road, Palmer AK 99645, the property is a short walk from the Alaska Helicopter Tours check-in area, putting helicopter flightseeing, glacier landings, dogsled runs, and ice climbing within easy reach.

Each cabin is small and quiet—two queen beds, a kitchenette, a private bathroom with a hot shower, wifi and a smart TV—designed for travelers who want to string together adventure days: morning heli-hikes on blue-ice ridges, afternoon paddles on glacial meltwater, evenings warming up in a sauna by request. The view from the front porch frames the valley floor and distant peaks; in spring and summer listen for migratory songbirds, in winter watch for moose tracks in the snow.

The natural setting is defined by dynamic glacial geology: expanding and retreating ice feeds the braided Knik River, deposits gravel bars and sculpted moraine, and carves the nearby glaciers you’ll fly over. Glacier blue, towering crevasses, and pressure ridges dominate the scenery on flights that may include glacier landings—an otherworldly chance to step onto ancient ice. Guided dogsled outings introduce traditional Alaskan winter travel, while ice climbing and heli-hiking put you directly on the sculpted ice and rock faces that make this corridor a playground for technical adventure.

Practically, the cabins are ideal for couples, small families, or four-person groups seeking multi-day access to helicopter tours without the commute from Anchorage. Free parking and optional round-trip transport from Anchorage make logistics simple; plan guest itineraries ahead since same-day heli bookings aren’t guaranteed. Pack for variable weather—sun to sleet can arrive in a single afternoon—and bring groceries or use the on-site mercantile for basics.

Why book here? Alaska Glacier Lodge is valuable because it pairs simple, comfortable private lodging with immediate access to premium aerial experiences run by Alaska Helicopter Tours. For photographers, pilots, and route-seeking travelers, this spot reduces transit friction and extends the hours you can spend on-ice. For first-timers, it offers the rare combination of warm cabins, hot showers, and proximity to truly wild terrain—so you can spend your days on a glacier and come home to a porch view of the Knik Valley.

Bookings use the Extended Stay Request; check-in is 3pm and check-out 11am. Cabins sleep up to four guests and offer optional sauna access. Use the Extended Stay Request to arrange add-ons like round-trip Anchorage transport or helicopter tours; a team member will reply within 24 hours to confirm availability and timing for glacier activities.

About Alaska Helicopter Tours

Alaska Helicopter Tours connects adventurous travelers to Alaska’s most dramatic icefields, rivers, and alpine ridgelines. Operating out of the Knik River Valley and nearby hubs, the company offers a curated selection of helicopter experiences: guided heli-hiking, glacier swim and hike trips, summer ice climbing, packrafting drops at glacier confluences, e‑mountain bike adventures, paddle boarding in glacial melt pools, winter snowshoe treks, private glacier elopements, Bear Glacier scenic flights, and one‑way transfers to Alaska Glacier Lodge.

Each trip pairs experienced pilots with professional guides who manage route planning, safety briefings, and on‑site instruction for activities such as ice climbing, packrafting, and paddle boarding. Small group sizes on many departures keep experiences intimate and allow guides to adapt pace and skill coaching to participants. Private options are available for paddle boarding, elopements, and charter flights.

Safety and environmental respect are emphasized through pre‑flight checks, dry suit use when required, and route selection that minimizes impact on fragile glacial terrain. Aircraft and ground gear are maintained to industry standards, and guides use local knowledge of weather and glacier conditions to choose safe landing sites.

Alaska Helicopter Tours caters to both active outdoor enthusiasts and travelers seeking dramatic scenic flights and memorable milestone events. The operation’s diverse itinerary, focus on expert-led outdoor instruction, and options for private or small‑group departures make it a reliable choice for experiencing Alaska’s glaciers from the air and on the ground. Guests consistently value clear communication, flexible scheduling, local expertise, reliable safety practices, and personalized guidance on every excursion.