Is prior hiking experience necessary?

No, the trip is suitable for most fitness levels, but basic fitness helps ensure an enjoyable experience.

What should I bring on the hike?

Bring layered clothing, water, snacks, camera, and any personal items you need for comfort and safety.

Are guides available for this trip?

Yes, experienced guides from St. Elias Alpine Guides lead the trip, ensuring safety and sharing local insights.

What are the safety precautions?

Guides monitor weather conditions and trail status, and provide safety briefings before starting the hike.

Can children participate?

Participants should be in good health and at least 12 years old; consult with guides for specific recommendations.

How hard is the trail?

The trail is moderate with some elevation gain, suitable for most hikers with a reasonable fitness level.

Bonanza Mine Hiking Trip

Embark on the Bonanza Mine Hiking Trip in McCarthy, Alaska, with St. Elias Alpine Guides for a wellness-focused outdoor adventure. This trek offers a unique blend of breathtaking scenery and physical renewal, taking you through rugged terrains and historic mining sites. As you ascend towards the remnants of the Bonanza Mine, you'll experience panoramic views of the Alaskan wilderness that inspire both awe and reflection. The route is perfect for those seeking a balance of challenge and tranquility, allowing your mind to clear amidst photo-worthy vistas and fresh mountain air. Along the way, learn about the area's fascinating history and the efforts to preserve its pristine environment. The climb not only invigorates your body but also provides a mental reset, making it an ideal choice for outdoor enthusiasts craving a rewarding, health-boosting experience. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a nature lover new to trekking, this guided trip ensures safety and insightful storytelling, enriching your connection with the Alaskan landscape. After completing the hike, you'll leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and with lasting memories of this remote, beautiful corner of the USA.

About St. Elias Alpine Guides

St. Elias Alpine Guides is a guiding company based in McCarthy, Alaska, offering guided adventures throughout Wrangell–St. Elias National Park and surrounding wilderness. The company leads a range of trips including packrafting, multi-day rafting, glacier hiking, ice climbing, fly-in hiking, and private basecamp expeditions. Popular itineraries include Doubtful–Nizina Packrafting, Tebay Lakes Basecamp Packrafting, Chitina River trips, Western Copper River rafting, Raft and Flightsee, Full-Day Glacier Hike on Root Glacier, Skolai Pass fly-in hiking, Bremner Mine basecamp hiking, and multi-day Ice Climbing and Ice Climbing Camp programs.

Trips are available as scheduled group departures or fully private, customizable experiences with options for day trips and multi-day expeditions. Many itineraries accommodate families and groups; for example, Chitina River trips welcome guests ages eight and up and Western Copper River trips can include children as young as three. Several trips conclude with scenic bush plane flights or operate from remote fly-in access points.

St. Elias Alpine Guides emphasizes small-group guiding, route planning, and trip customization to match client skill levels and objectives. Guides provide logistics, gear guidance, and route choices appropriate to each itinerary. Booking information lists fixed departures for some trips and private-date options for others, with clear descriptions of duration and difficulty. The company’s offerings focus on authentic wilderness experiences in McCarthy, Root Glacier, Tebay Lakes, the Copper River corridor, and surrounding Alaskan river systems.

Clients can select multi-day basecamps, day hikes, guided ice-climbing instruction, or combined raft-and-flightsee itineraries to tailor pace, challenges, and family needs. Booking details and gear lists.