2019年4月27日 · We narrowed those trips down to the glaciers under 150 miles — or a two- to three-hour drive — from Anchorage. But before we get to the adventures, let's talk briefly about glacier safety.

Experience the awesome wonder of glaciers, up close and personal, near Anchorage. Alaska glaciers are incredible to see, and incredibly easy to reach. Glaciers near Anchorage include a total of 60 within 50 miles of the city. Explore hiking …

2024年8月28日 · Just around Anchorage, there are 60 glaciers within 50 miles of the city. If you’re coming to Alaska, a visit to a glacier is simply an experience you shouldn’t miss! This article will cover glaciers you can drive to or easily access, with a few hiking options too.

2024年8月14日 · When looking for how to visit glaciers near Anchorage, you’ll probably see Matanuska Glacier and Knik Glacier as your two best options to get truly up close and personal: these are the two glaciers that are the best candidates if you want to hike on a glacier.

Kennicott Glacier About 300 miles east of Anchorage in Wrangell St. Elias National Park. The spectacular Kennicott Glacier dominates the vista from the historic copper mill town of Kennecott and the decks of the Kennicott Glacier Lodge, 4.5 miles from the end of the McCarthy Road inside Wrangell St. Elias National Park. Shuttles regularly ...

Alaska is laced with glaciers, and Anchorage makes it easy to see some of the best. With approximately 60 glaciers located within just 50 miles of the city, there are plentiful options for icy exploration by foot, air, road, or boat.

Middle and Explorer Glaciers (near Anchorage) View on Map. Not too spectacular in size, these hanging glaciers dangle from mountains in the Chugach National Forest. Several pullouts allow for viewing. They feed the nearby stream systems that harbor many species of salmon and trout.

2023年1月31日 · A big part of coming up to Alaska is seeing the intense landscapes of the Arctic, and that means seeing glaciers. There are so many glaciers near Anchorage, Alaska that you can fly in and be on a full-blown glacial tour within the hour and not stop until it’s time to head home.

It's easy to see a glacier if you're in Anchorage. Within just an hour or two (quicker by plane!) of Alaska's largest city, you can be looking at some of the most dramatic glacier scenery in the state. Jump to: South of Anchorage | North of Anchorage | Winter | List of Tours & Activities.

Here are four ways to explore four of those glaciers close to Anchorage. The Matanuska Glacier has long been a favorite thanks to that rare combination of proximity to Anchorage, road …