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Discover the ultimate Alaskan winter adventure. Snowmobile to remote terrain before skiing or splitboarding untouched backcountry slopes in Kenai Fjords National Park.
Discover the ultimate Alaskan winter adventure. Snowmobile to remote terrain before skiing or splitboarding untouched backcountry slopes in Kenai Fjords National Park.
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Operated by Kenai Backcountry Adventures · Seward, Alaska
Embark on a thrilling full-day expedition in Kenai Fjords National Park with Kenai Backcountry Adventures. This experience combines the adrenaline rush of snowmobiling through pristine Alaskan wilderness with the peacefulness of backcountry skiing or splitboarding. Starting from Seward, your expert guides will lead you deep into remote areas accessible only by snowmobile, offering unparalleled access to untouched powder and breathtaking mountain terrain. Once at your destination, you’ll switch gears and explore the slopes on skis or a splitboard, carving your way through quiet snowfields far from the crowds. Along the way, enjoy a freshly prepared deli-style lunch, giving you time to relax and take in panoramic views of glaciers, fjords, and majestic peaks. Perfect for intermediate and advanced snow sports enthusiasts, this adventure showcases Alaska’s winter beauty while emphasizing safety and environmental respect. Whether you're looking for intense outdoor fun or a unique way to connect with nature, this combination of snowmobiling and backcountry skiing delivers unforgettable moments in one of America’s most spectacular winter playgrounds.
challenging.
6–8 hours.
Participants should have a good level of fitness capable of managing several hours of skiing or splitboarding and snowmobiling in variable conditions.
No previous experience is required; guides provide thorough instructions and lead the way.
Intermediate skills are recommended to safely navigate backcountry terrain.
Kenai Backcountry Adventures supplies avalanche safety equipment, but guests should be familiar with its use.
A deli-style lunch with hearty, fresh options is provided during the trip.
Temperatures vary, often below freezing in winter, so dressing in warm layers is essential.
While beginners may enjoy the snowmobiling portion, skiing or splitboarding requires intermediate skills.
Seward has long been a gateway to Alaska’s wilderness, originally established as a port town during the Alaska railroad boom in the early 20th century.
Guides emphasize Leave No Trace principles and partner with local agencies to protect fragile alpine ecosystems and wildlife habitats.
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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