Photo Credit: MICA Guides

Located along the Glenn Highway, Glacier View is one of the easiest places in Alaska to try ice climbing—no bush plane or backcountry trek required.

Just minutes from the road, the Matanuska Glacier offers stunning ice walls and crevasses perfect for climbers of all levels. With professional guides and gear included, even first-timers can safely scale the glacier’s sparkling blue features. Add sweeping views of the Chugach Mountains, and you’ve got a true Alaska adventure that’s both thrilling and beginner-friendly.

Day Tours & Attractions

Season: Mid-May to Mid-September $160+ 3 hrs to full day excursions

There’s climb­ing a moun­tain – and then there’s climb­ing an ICE moun­tain. Regard­less of your climb­ing abil­i­ty or expe­ri­ence, you’ll end the day feel­ing ful­filled and inspired. MICA also offers short, guid­ed hikes and longer treks if you pre­fer a more leisure­ly explore of the glac­i­er and its grandeur.

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