Description
Join a guided hike on Root Glacier, traversing blue ice, crevasses, and meltwater streams unique to this Alaskan wilderness. Guides provide crampons and safety instruction. Tip: Wear waterproof boots and bring sunglasses for glare off the ice.
Why we recommend it
A signature experience in Wrangell-St. Elias, offering close-up glacier views and safe access to the ice.
Address
Root Glacier Trailhead, McCarthy, AK 99588
Opening hours
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