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Explore the stunning blue ice and crevasses of Exit Glacier on an unforgettable hiking adventure in Seward, Alaska. Join Kenai Backcountry Adventures for a private, guided experience that’s perfect for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike.
Explore the stunning blue ice and crevasses of Exit Glacier on an unforgettable hiking adventure in Seward, Alaska. Join Kenai Backcountry Adventures for a private, guided experience that’s perfect for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike.
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Operated by Kenai Backcountry Adventures · Seward, Alaska
Experience the awe-inspiring Exit Glacier Ice Hiking Adventure with Kenai Backcountry Adventures in Seward, Alaska. This unique journey takes you onto the dynamic ice fields of one of Alaska’s most accessible glaciers. Guided by experienced professionals, you'll explore icy crevasses, shimmering blue ice formations, and breathtaking landscapes carved by glaciers over thousands of years. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts looking to combine scenic beauty with a bit of physical challenge, the trip offers a mix of hiking and glacier travel techniques including crampon walking. Along the way, learn about the glacier's ever-changing nature, local geology, and the incredible ecosystems supported by this cold environment. Small group sizes ensure personalized attention, making it ideal for photographers, adventure seekers, and nature lovers eager to witness one of Alaska’s most iconic natural features up close. Whether you're new to glacier hiking or have some experience, this adventure promises unforgettable views and a true connection with the raw Alaskan wilderness.
moderate.
3–5 hours.
Participants should have moderate fitness with the ability to hike uneven icy terrain and walk several miles.
No, this adventure is suitable for beginners as all necessary skills and safety instructions are provided by your guide.
The tour includes expert guide service, all necessary glacier gear like crampons and helmets, and transportation from Seward.
Bring waterproof boots, layered clothing, sunglasses, snacks, and water. The company supplies crampons and helmets.
This tour is generally recommended for participants aged 12 and up due to the physical demands and safety considerations.
Kenai Backcountry Adventures monitors conditions closely and will reschedule or cancel tours if weather poses safety risks.
No, restroom facilities are available at the base area before the hike, but not on the glacier itself.
Exit Glacier is a prominent outlet glacier of the Harding Icefield and has been monitored extensively for changes due to climate over the last century.
The area is part of Kenai Fjords National Park, which enforces strict guidelines to protect the fragile glacier ecosystem and minimize human impact.
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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