---
title: Alaska Winter Hiking Tours
slug: alaska-winter-hiking-tours-anchorage
type: attraction
sub_type: hiking tours
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/alaska-winter-hiking-tours-anchorage
city: Anchorage
state: AK
country: US
address: 555 W 5th Ave
geo:
  lat: 61.21764
  lng: -149.89341
duration: up to 5 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T16:49:36.340Z
price_from:
  amount: 99
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: SoldOut
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 1
  scale: 5
---
## Overview

Experience a hiking adventure of a lifetime with Alaska Winter Hiking Tours through Chugach State Park led by a naturalist guide. These half-day tours include trekking along Eagle River, seeing frozen Barbara Falls, and spotting local wildlife, with transportation from Anchorage included.

## What's Included

- Guided hiking tour through Chugach State Park  
- Roundtrip transportation from Egan Center on 5th Ave in Downtown Anchorage  
- Snacks courtesy of Kat’s Epic Trail Bites  
- Micro-spikes for icy terrain  
- Day packs and trekking poles available upon request  

## What's Not Included

- Visitors are responsible for all other personal items not mentioned as included  

## Good to Know

- Tours range from 3 to 5 hours depending on the selected option  
- Choose between an easy to moderate 2-mile hike to Barbara Falls or a longer 6-mile loop  
- Check-in 10 minutes prior to departure  
- Drones and live weapons are prohibited  
- All participants must sign a waiver  
- Masks are required while in the shuttle vehicle  
- Recommended to wear merino wool or synthetic materials; never cotton  
- Comfortable hiking shoes recommended  
- Sunblock suggested  
- No firearms allowed on the tour or in transport vehicles regardless of licenses  
- Drone use is prohibited under Chugach State Park regulations  
- Parking available in downtown Anchorage; check Diamond Parking for rates  
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible  
- Cameras are allowed  
- Safety briefing provided before the hike; follow guide instructions  
- Hikes operate rain or shine; severe weather may result in full refund  
- No pets allowed except service animals  

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations available; see details upon selection.

## FAQs

### How long is the tour?

Winter Waterfall Fun is approximately 2 hours hiking plus 1 hour travel. Winter Valley & Forest Hike is about 4 hours hiking plus 1 hour travel.

### What's the distance and elevation of each tour?

Winter Waterfall Fun: 2 miles and 200 feet elevation gain. Winter Valley & Forest Hike: 6 miles and 700 feet elevation gain.

### Is the tour appropriate for children?

Winter Waterfall Fun is recommended for ages 4 and up. Winter Valley & Forest Hike is recommended for ages 8 and up.

### Does the tour have any physical or health restrictions?

Winter Waterfall Fun requires ability to walk 2 miles on flat or rolling terrain over 2 hours. Winter Valley & Forest Hike requires ability to walk 7 miles on flat pavement or 5 miles on uneven terrain over about 4 hours. Not recommended for those with cardiac, respiratory, or severe joint issues.

### What’s included in my tour?

Includes pre-packed snack, micro-spikes for icy terrain, shuttle from Egan Center in Downtown Anchorage. Day packs and trekking poles available on request.

### Where do the tours depart and where will we go?

Depart from Egan Center on 5th Ave in Downtown Anchorage. Hiking through Chugach State Park with focus on Barbara Falls (Winter Waterfall Fun) or Eagle River Greenbelt (Winter Valley & Forest Hike). Option to meet at trailhead. Arrive 10 minutes early.

### What should we wear?

Avoid cotton; wear merino wool or synthetic fabrics like spandex or polyester for moisture wicking and warmth. Use comfortable hiking shoes. Bring sunblock.

### Are there anything we shouldn't bring for the trip?

No firearms or drones allowed.

### Is there parking near the tour?

Parking available in downtown Anchorage; check Diamond Parking website for rates.

### Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

No.

### Can I bring my camera?

Yes.

### What safety precautions are in place for the activity?

Safety briefing before the hike; follow guide instructions especially when encountering wildlife.

### There's inclement weather. Will the tour continue?

Tours run rain or shine; severe weather like thunder, lightning, hail, or blizzard may lead to full refund.

### Can I bring my pet?

No pets allowed except service animals; trail difficulty may not suit them.