Ride rugged trails to Knik Glacier through water crossings and mud
6–8 hours
2 people
Lunch, bottled water, basic gear
Explore the Knik Glacier trail on an ATV adventure through Alaska's backcountry. Ride over rugged terrain with water crossings, mud holes, and views beside Lake George.
You will arrive at the parking lot at 9AM where you will meet your guide and machines. We will get you fitted in boots and helmets and give you time to get your gear loaded into machines. We will then do a safety briefing before we hit the trail. We will make the trek to the glacier where we will have lunch. Plan to be back to the trailhead about 4-5PM.
Cancel 2+ weeks before for a full refund; cancel at least 1 week before for a 50% refund. Less than 1 week before, including no-shows, is nonrefundable. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather, mechanical failure, or another unavoidable reason.
Product ID: NMRZY6
Drive if you are 18 or older. Ride as a passenger if you are at least 4 years old.
Dress in layers. Bring a warm layer (like a hoodie or jacket) plus a rain jacket or water-resistant outer layer. Rain pants can help but aren’t required. Plan to get dirty.
Bring layers with rain gear as your outer layer, a camera or phone for photos, and chapstick. Optional: binoculars, a backpack with extra layers, extra snacks, and goggles (especially if you wear contacts).
Jim Creek Public Use Parking Lot, 17704 Sullivan Avenue, Palmer, AK 99645
This ATV adventure earns consistent praise for its exceptional guides and spectacular scenery along the Knik River Valley to the glacier. Reviewers consistently single out guides like Kevin, Jeremiah, and Tim for being knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely fun to ride with. The staff goes above and beyond on customer service too—Rachel gets multiple shoutouts for being flexible with rescheduling and quick to solve problems when they arise. Equipment is top-notch, with well-maintained UTVs and all necessary gear provided, including boots, gloves, and rain gear. The full-day tour to the Knik Glacier seems to be the standout experience, with travelers raving about the diverse terrain covering mud, sand, water crossings, and river beds. Many wish they'd booked the longer tour instead of the half-day option. The lunch at the glacier gets special mention, particularly the salmon tacos. Even groups with little ATV experience felt comfortable and safe throughout. Multiple reviewers call this their favorite part of their entire Alaska trip, which speaks volumes about the quality of the experience you can expect here.
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