Frozen Waterfall Hike in Chugach State Park
Walk through a winter forest to Barbara Falls
Duration
3 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 12 people
Includes
Prepacked snack, micro-spikes
Highlights
Explore a winter trail in Chugach State Park with a naturalist, following the South Fork Eagle River to Barbara Falls. Discover frozen falls, ice formations, and boreal forest ecology along the way.
- Follow the South Fork Eagle River past winter ice-dam formations
- Discover boreal forest ecology with a naturalist guide
- Photograph Barbara Falls, icicles, and ice bridges
- Look for moose, snowshoe hare, porcupines, voles, and birds
- Observe white spruce, paper birch, and aspen in winter
What's Included
- Prepacked snack
- Micro-spikes for icy terrain
Important details
- Ages 4+ for non-private tours; children under 4 require a private tour
- Requires walking 3 miles on flat pavement or 2.5 miles of uneven rolling terrain over 2 hours
- Requires steady balance and comfort walking on snowy, slippery terrain; parts of the trail are steep and hilly
- Not suitable for cardiac, respiratory, joint, or other serious conditions that may affect participation
- Complete an individual participation agreement before the hike; a parent or guardian must sign for minors
- Hikes run snow or shine, except in severe conditions such as thunder, lightning, hail, or blizzards
Cancellation Policy
Cancel more than 2 weeks before your hike for a full refund. Cancel 48 hours to 2 weeks before for a 75% refund. No refund within 48 hours or for no-shows. Full refund if the hike is canceled for severe weather or safety concerns and cannot be moved to a different route. COVID-19 cancellations receive a full refund.
FAQs
Non-private departures require at least two people. If you are the only person booked, you may move to another date or time, upgrade to a private hike, or cancel for a full refund.
Bring a rain jacket, rain pants, and boots that you do not mind getting wet or muddy.
Hotel pickup is available for non-private bookings for an additional fee. Private party bookings include hotel or Airbnb pickup anywhere in Anchorage.
Meeting details
Outside the Dena'ina Center, 600 West 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
