Hike to Harding Icefield viewpoints with a pro guide in Kenai Fjords National Park
8 hours
Guide, transport, poles
Tackle a strenuous guided hike on the Harding Icefield Trail in Kenai Fjords National Park. Trek from forest to alpine terrain and climb toward sweeping icefield viewpoints as your guide shares local natural history.
Minimum age is 12, and participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. There are no bathrooms on the trail (facilities are at the trailhead). This tour operates rain or shine.
Cancel 48+ hours before departure for a refund minus a 10% administrative fee. Less than 48 hours: no refund; full payment forfeited. No-shows: full payment forfeited. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather.
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for check-in and preparation.
Plan on strenuous hiking on rocky, uneven terrain with steep sections and up to 4,000 feet of elevation gain.
Bring sturdy, well broken-in hiking boots and weather-appropriate layers (including rain gear). Pack a daypack, water bottle, and sunscreen/sunglasses.
Seward, AK - Kenai Fjords National Park
With a perfect rating across hundreds of reviews, this outfit consistently delivers on memorable Alaska adventures, from glacier treks to river rafting. The guides really make the experience here – Brandon, Derek, Mary, and Jared all get enthusiastic shout-outs for being knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about what they do. People love that guides take their time, answer questions, and even drop guests directly at their accommodations. The glacier hikes seem especially popular, with travelers calling them bucket-list experiences worth the physical effort. The company handles logistics smoothly with hotel pickups and well-prepared equipment. One traveler noted the Resurrection River rafting felt shorter than expected with multiple stops breaking up the actual time on the water, though they still enjoyed their guide. Most guests, however, feel they got exactly what they hoped for – whether it's standing on crystalline blue ice, spotting eagles and salmon, or conquering challenging terrain with capable guides who genuinely love their work.
We had an amazing experience with Kenai Backcountry Adventures! Our family of four loved snowmobiling and snowshoeing to the glacier — the views were incredible and the whole adventure was so much fun. A big thank you to Derek for being such a wonderful guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable and made sure everyone felt comfortable. He made the experience even more memorable for us. Definitely one of the highlights of our Alaska trip — highly recommend!
Gaja S
April 3, 2026
We had an amazing experience with Kenai Backcountry Adventures! Our family of four loved snowmobiling and snowshoeing to the glacier — the views were incredible and the whole adventure was so much fun. A big thank you to Derek for being such a wonderful guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable and made sure everyone felt comfortable. He made the experience even more memorable for us. Definitely one of the highlights of our Alaska trip — highly recommend!
Gaja S
April 3, 2026