Glacier Lake Hike in Kachemak Bay State Park
Pair a scenic water taxi ride with a self-guided Alaska wilderness trek
Duration
5 hours
Ideal For
Up to 21 people
Includes
Boat transport, self-guided hike
Highlights
Explore Kachemak Bay State Park on a self-guided hike along an established wilderness trail to the shore of Grewingk Glacier Lake. Set your own pace as you travel through Alaska's backcountry and take in the glacier landscape.
- Cross the glacial river on a hand tram
- View icebergs calved from Grewingk Glacier at the lake shore
- Look for wildlife along the trail
- Explore spur trails and the glacial lake shoreline
What's Included
- Round-trip water taxi transportation between Homer and the trailheads
Cancellation Policy
Receive a full refund or credit with at least 24 hours' notice. Receive a full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: KV7AJA
FAQs
This 5.5-mile hike gains about 400 feet of elevation and is rated easy to moderate.
No services are available in the park. Outhouses are available at Glacier Spit Trailhead and Grewingk Lake, but they do not provide toilet paper or hand sanitizer.
Pack a lunch, wear layers and hiking shoes, and bring toilet paper and hand sanitizer. Familiarize yourself with basic bear safety procedures before the hike.
Meeting details
Ramp 2, Homer Small Boat Harbor, 4350 Homer Spit Road, Homer, AK 99603