Discover Knik Glacier's blue ice in Alaska's winter wilderness
7 hrs
Winter gear, Hot cocoa, Snacks
Explore Alaska's winter backcountry by snowmobile on a ride out to Knik Glacier.
Enjoy a full day adventure out to the stunning Knik Glacier. This glacier is unbelievable in the winter with the blue ice and the changes the summer has made frozen into new places to explore. Ride about 40 miles on the round trip through the gorgeous Knik River Valley. You will enjoy hot cocoa and snacks at the glacier and get to explore the icy surroundings. After making back to the office we will take out to one of the local flavors.
To begin your trip you will meet at our location in Palmer. You'll then get fitted for gear. We have all of the outer wear you will need, including helmet, goggles, boots, and gloves and it's all included with the tour.
Cancel at least 30 days before your tour for a full refund. No refunds within 30 days, but you may reschedule during that period. You'll receive a full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged full price; arriving more than 15 minutes late counts as a no-show.
Product ID: E85N6H
Yes. Your guide will provide a safety briefing and equipment instruction on the day of your tour.
3901 S Lindsey Cir, Palmer, AK 99645
This was such a unique and breathtaking way to explore Alaska and get a little bit closer to a Glacier. Backcountry Adventures was so accommodating with our young children offering car seats and helmets. They were also kind throughout the entire experience, providing clear instructions about how to operate a side by side, stopping to show us things they thought we’d enjoy seeing, and helping us to get cleaned up after. Next time we travel to Alaska, I’d love to do this again.
Kelsie Lyn Nielsen
September 3, 2026
This was such a unique and breathtaking way to explore Alaska and get a little bit closer to a Glacier. Backcountry Adventures was so accommodating with our young children offering car seats and helmets. They were also kind throughout the entire experience, providing clear instructions about how to operate a side by side, stopping to show us things they thought we’d enjoy seeing, and helping us to get cleaned up after. Next time we travel to Alaska, I’d love to do this again.
Kelsie Lyn Nielsen
September 3, 2026
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