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Ice Climbing on Root Glacier

Guided glacier adventure while visiting Wrangell-St. Elias National Park from McCarthy and Kennicott.

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Day Tour Details

What's Included:
  • Guide services
  • Crampons and all ice climbing gear
  • All taxes and fees
What's Not Included:

Meals and gratuities.

Physical Activity: Must be able to hike about 5-6 miles on uneven terrain. The last ¼ mile of the trail to / from the glacier has deteriorated in recent years and could have loose rock, exposed ice, loose rock over ice, or steep terrain. While no previous climbing experience is necessary, you must be physically capable of climbing up to 75ft on vertical ice at one time.
Required at Booking: Date of birth.
Special Terms: The tour is not suitable for young children (see under "Physical Activity" for more details).

Best tour experience I ever had! All vouchers were accurate, all reservations were in place, and the accommodations were great. We had NO problems. We would get to a place and it was like they were expecting us. So awesome. I would recommend Alaska Tours to anyone heading up there.

Linda | BirdEye