Is prior kayaking experience required for this activity?

No, no experience is necessary as guides provide instruction and equipment for a safe paddle.

What should I bring for this trip?

Bring clothing layers, waterproof gear, waterproof sunscreen, sunglasses, and a water bottle; guides provide paddles and PFDs.

How physically demanding is the activity?

The activity is moderate, suitable for most fit individuals; some paddling experience is helpful but not required.

Meals are not included in the activity; participants should bring their own snacks and water.

What happens if weather conditions are bad?

Guides monitor weather closely; trips may be rescheduled or canceled for safety reasons.

What wildlife might I see?

You could see bald eagles, moose, herons, and maybe even bears from a safe distance.

Tebay Fly-In Lake Paddle | Hiking in McCarthy, Alaska

The Tebay Fly-In Lake Paddle in McCarthy, Alaska, offers adventurers a unique blend of remote wilderness and exhilarating water-based exploration. Guided by the expert team at St. Elias Alpine Guides, this private hiking experience combines the thrill of flying into a pristine, untouched lake with a peaceful paddle across crystal-clear waters. The trip takes you through lush Alaskan landscapes, with towering mountain views and abundant wildlife sightings, making it perfect for nature lovers seeking solitude and adventure. Whether you're paddling beneath bright blue skies or soaking in panoramic vistas from the lake's edge, each moment feels like a special escape into Alaska’s wild heart. The journey provides a fantastic opportunity to disconnect from daily life and immerse yourself in rugged outdoor beauty, all with the safety and guidance of experienced local guides. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts looking for an exclusive, memorable adventure, Tebay Fly-In Lake Paddle promises an inspiring day filled with scenic views, wildlife encounters, and outdoor fun in one of Alaska’s most remote locations.

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.