Self-Guided Grewingk Glacier Hike in Kachemak Bay

Explore Kachemak Bay State Park on a self-guided hike through old-growth forest, streams, and blue lakes. Follow your selected route to Grewingk Glacier Lake and return by trail for your scheduled pickup.

• Follow forest trails, clear streams, and lakes toward Grewingk Glacier Lake
• Choose the 4.7-mile or 6.7-mile 8:00 AM route from Glacier Spit to Saddle Trailhead
• Cross the hand tram yourself on the optional out-and-back spur
• Hike Saddle Trail switchbacks on the 3-mile 12:15 PM route
• Look for moose, eagles, and bears along the trails

What's Included

• Round-trip transportation

Know before you go

• Arrive 15 minutes before departure
• 8:00 AM departures require booking by 3:00 PM the prior day
• Bring hiking clothes, hiking shoes or boots, a rain jacket, extra layers, water, snacks, bug spray, sunscreen, and bear spray or bells
• Use the restroom before departure; there is no formal restroom aboard the vessel
• Expect little to no cell service; a GPS and texting emergency device is recommended
• Trips require at least 3 passengers; departures with fewer passengers may be moved
• A 6% online booking fee applies