Valleys + Hops: Hatcher Pass Half-Day Hike in Palmer

🥾This trip is ideal for🥾

• Travelers who want to experience local life but are limited on time.
• Travelers interested in a moderately challenging hiking experience on a local trail.
• Travelers interested in learning about flora, fauna, food and beverage in the area.

Departure times:

• 3PM daily (May 15-Sept. 30)

Total trip time:

4-5 hours

Price:

• $159 per person
• $599 buyout

Hiking details:

• 2-4 miles of walking on a mostly well-maintained trail
• 300-800 feet of elevation gain and loss
• Expect to hike for 2-3 hours at a leisurely pace

Brewery details:

• Options to visit a local brewery or kombucha brewery.
• Non-alcoholic beverage options at all locations.
• Food is available for purchase at some locations.

Transportation time:

About 1 hour

Difficulty:

Moderately strenuous. Most adventurers find this activity moderately strenuous. Guests who can comfortably walk/hike 3 miles over uneven terrain will find this trip manageable.

Experience required?

No.

Group size:

• Maximum of 6 people
• Minimum of 2 people
• Solo traveler? If you are the only person booked for this trip, we will reach out 1 day before your scheduled departure time. You will have the option to cancel (with a full refund) or book a second seat on the trip.

Trip details:

A taste of Palmer - we'll head to a glacial valley in scenic Hatcher Pass for a mellow 4-mile, out-and-back hike on a flat, well-maintained trail. Along the way, learn about how glaciers carved the Mint Valley and what prospectors found while panning in the early 20th century. We'll stop at an old beaver damn for snacks and a water break before heading back to the trailhead. Following our valley walk, we'll stop at a local brewery (non-alcoholic options available). Learn about the brewers, discover what's crafted using locally harvested ingredients, and sip on a beverage.

What to bring:

• Small daypack
• Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
• Photo I.D.
• Comfortable attire (long hiking pants and a breathable shirt). No cotton or denim if possible, as it gets very heavy and cold when wet.
• Additional layers (hat, liner gloves, light jacket)
• Rain gear - If you have it, carrying both rain pants and a rain jacket is recommended
• Water (1-2 liters recommended) and light snacks

What we provide:

• A local guide
• Round-trip transportation from downtown Palmer (option to add-on Anchorage, Wasilla or Palmer pick-up)
• Round-trip transportation from the location you selected
• Complimentary snacks and water
• Trekking poles (as needed)
• A pint or flight at a local brewery